A guide to upcoming virtual races and challenges
Since it looks like virtual racing could still be our best option for the next few months, here's a list of upcoming events
Throughout the pandemic, virtual races have given runners around the globe many opportunities to test their fitness and fuel their need for competition while in-person events are on hold. While the promise of vaccines gives us hope that we can return to mass participation races soon, many in-person races could end up closing their doors permanently as a result of the pandemic. All races are threatened, and for many of them, virtual races are the only thing keeping them alive as the pandemic stretches into 2021. We’ll update this list regularly, so even if nothing catches your eye right now, check back at a later date for any new additions.
2021 RunNB Challenge
When? Until December 31
What? Over a 12-month period, participants will virtually run or walk a ‘tour of New Brunswick’ for a total of 1200Km. Participants may also choose to do the tour twice, for a total of 2400Km. The challenge is open to anybody, anywhere.
How Much? $50
60° North Run Challenge
When? Until January 31
What? Run, walk hike or ski 60K in the month-long challenge window (can register as an individual or on a team)
How much? $60 (early bird), $90 (regular fee)
Our next running challenge is ready, start the year with a bang:https://t.co/EtOAfZclo4
— Bannister – Running Coaching (@bannistercoach) December 10, 2020
ATB 30-Day Fun Challenge
When? Until January 31
What? 30 days of challenges
How much?$35
Winter Edition Registration Now Open for #ATB30DayFunChallenge. Join us from Jan 2 – Jan 31 for fitness and fun or as some cross training for virtual 2021 ATB. Complete details at https://t.co/KJGmUFbqCV pic.twitter.com/mUU2iooRRx
— Bay Race 30k (@bayracerun) December 11, 2020
CMTR Winter Scavenger Hunt
When? Until January 31
What? Complete 20 scavenger hunt challenges
How much? $55
Run Guides Bali – Lombok Virtual Team Challenge
When? Until February 28
What? Teams of four attempt to virtually run around the tropical islands of Bali (470K) and Lombok (322K)
How much? $60 per team
Move Your Paws for the Polar Bear Cause
When? February 27 to March 29
What? Participants aim to collectively run 3,000K
How much? More info to come (registration opens January 12)
"If virtual has been the keyword to describe 2020, hybrid will be the word that best characterizes 2021." –@alnbrookes
You can read more from Alan about what to realistically expect out of the 2021 race season, as well as a wrap up of 2020, here – https://t.co/tfUWwZN8kk pic.twitter.com/VORXUWeQss
— CanadaRunningSeries (@RunCRS) December 15, 2020
Winter Moves 80-Hour Challenge
When? Until March 20
What? Spend 80 hours getting active outdoors in 90 days
How much? $98 (youth), $125 (adult)
Virtual Chilly Half Marathon
When? Until March 30
What? Frosty 5K, Frigid 10K and Chill Half Marathon
How much? $65 (5K and 10K) and $90 (half-marathon)
Ontario’s premier half marathon is going Canada wide this year! 🌶🇨🇦 https://t.co/nOwpccGLQ7 pic.twitter.com/fxuz38DoIU
— Chilly ½ & Frosty 5K (@ChillyHalf) November 20, 2020
MTU Showdown
When? Until June 30
What? Run 1,600 MTUs (to learn more about MTUs, click here)
How much? Free
The 2021 RunNB Challenge
When? Until December 31
What? Run, walk or snowshoe 1,200K (or 2,400K) to virtually circumnavigate New Brunswick
How much? $50
Under Armour Spring Run-Off
When? April 1 to 30
What? Kids’ race, 5K and 8K
How much? More details to come
Banque Scotia 21K de Montreal
When? April 23 to June 14
What? Kids’ race, 5K, 10K and half-marathon
How much? More details to come
Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon
When? June 2 to July 5
What?Kids’ race, 5K, 10K and half-marathon
How much? More details to come
The 416 Challenge
When? Until July 31
What? Run 416K by the end of next July
How much? $40 (student deal), $90 (regular fee)
Give back while you run!
Take on the 416 Run Challenge (#TW416RC), complete 416 kms by July 31, 2021, & opt to give back to three local charities: the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario, @SecondHarvestCA & @SisteringTO. #Toronto
Register today: https://t.co/3SIXtPVW4X pic.twitter.com/MHL48XoPGZ
— Toronto Women's Runs (@TOWomensRuns) October 26, 2020
Vancouver Sun Run
When? April 18 to 30
What? 2.5K, 10K, team run
How much?$25 to $45
Around the Bay
When? March 25 to April 25
What? 5K, 10K, 15K, 30K, two- and three-person relays
How much? More info to come
Around the Bay prepares for virtual race in 2021 https://t.co/y0Z2yT6GAF
— Bay Race 30k (@bayracerun) December 11, 2020
The Goggins 4 x 4 x 48 Challenge
When? March 5 to 7
What? Run four miles (6.4K) every four hours for 48 hours
How much? No charge, but participants are encouraged to raise at least $250 for The Maddie Project
