Try Events organizes races of different lengths in Metro Vancouver. There are 5 km and 10 km runs, as well as half and full marathons for runners to enjoy.

Events in the series include the Chilly Chase (in January) and the Vancouver Chocolate Run and Shamrock’n Race (in March). There is also the Rubber Ducky Race (in October), and the Boundary Bay Marathon and Vancouver Historic Half (in November). The last two are the biggest.

The next race in the series is the Vancouver Chocolate Run on March 1st in Stanley Park. It features 5 km, 10 km and half marathon races. The next event was going to be the Fort Langley Historic Half (on February 16th), but it got cancelled due to unsafe wintery trail conditions. The Shamrock’n Race also takes place in March.

Try Events Races in Metro Vancouver

Try Events hosts a number of running races and half marathons throughout the year. The events happen at various locations in Metro Vancouver including Fort Langley, Burnaby Lake, False Creek, Stanley Park and South Delta’s Boundary Bay.

The family-friendly events offer different distances to choose from, between 5 km and 42 km, the last of which is the length of a full marathon. Some Try Events races are themed, like the event during the week of St. Patrick’s Day for example.

Registration costs for each event increase as the events get closer. You can save up to $15 or so by registering as early as possible. Everyone who finishes their race usually receives a medal, and special medals are given to the top 3 runners of each event. There are also random draws to win various types of prizes on most race days.

The organization’s first ever event happened in January 2005. Since then, Try Events has worked with communities and supported numerous charities. Volunteers help on event days and make it easier for Try Events to support its various charitable beneficiaries.

Vancouver Try Events Races

Try Events races take place across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley regions. There are races in Vancouver, Burnaby, Delta and also Fort Langley. The race schedule is below.

Vancouver Chilly Chase (in January)

The Chilly Chase race is an annual event outside the Creekside Community Recreation Centre located at #1 Athletes Way in Vancouver’s Olympic Village at the edge of False Creek. The 20th edition of the event happened on Sunday, January 26th, 2025.

The race features multiple routes that span 5 km, 10 km and 21 km. Races are staggered but begin at around 9:00 am.

In 2025, registration for the shortest race cost between $53 and $65. The 10 km race was $58 if you registered early, or up to $70 if you waited until closer to race day. The half marathon cost between $68 and $80. Participants received souvenir swag, participation medals and small snacks.

Visit the Try Events website or see our article about the Chilly Chase to learn more about the event. If you want to see what the start of the race at Olympic Village looks like, then watch the following short video.

Fort Langley Historic Half (in February)

The Fort Langley Historic Half event was, unfortunately, cancelled in 2025 due to snow and icy conditions on the trail. The 19th annual event would have taken place on Sunday, February 16th. When it does happen, this event offers a few different routes. There are 5 km, 10 km and half marathon running races.

The races kick off at Bedford Plaza at 23285 Billy Brown Road in Fort Langley. All the runs start at about 9:00 am and everyone receives a finishing medal.

Costs to register vary based on distances and registration times. In 2025 the 5 km run cost up to $65, while the 10 km run cost up to $70 and the half marathon cost up to $80.

This event will return in 2026 and will take place around the same time again.

Click Fort Langley Historic Half to learn more about the event.

Vancouver Chocolate Run (in March)

The Vancouver Chocolate Run is another race in the Try Events series that happens along the Stanley Park Seawall in March. As the name of the event suggests, all participants receive some chocolate when they take part.

In 2025 the Vancouver Chocolate Run takes place on Saturday, March 1st. There’s typically a Fun K race which is just over half a kilometre in length, but that race isn’t happening this year.

For the 5 km race, registration in 2025 is between $53 and $65 depending on when you book. The 10 km race costs about $5 more, and the half marathon is another $10.

The Fun K race (when it happens) is the shortest and also the least expensive to enter. It’s great for kids. The cost for the Fun K in 2024 (the last time it happened) was $15 to $20 per runner.

For more information about the event, click Try Events Chocolate Run.

Shamrock’n Race (in March)

In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, Try Events hosts a themed race in mid-March at Burnaby Lake Regional Park each year.

The 19th annual Shamrock ‘N Race takes place on March 16th in 2025. The starting line is in Burnaby in the field near the corner of Joe Sakic Way and Sperling Avenue, so at the same location as the Rubber Ducky Race in October.

The 5 km, 7 mile and half marathon runs all start at around 9:00 am.

To learn more about the event, click Try Events St. Patrick’s Day.

Rubber Ducky Race in Burnaby — The Rubber Ducky Race

Rubber Ducky Race (in October)

The Try Events Rubber Ducky Race is held in October in the City of Burnaby.

There are three options for participants to choose from. There’s a 5 km route, a 7 mile (~11 km) route and a half marathon. The races begin in the park near the corner of Joe Sakic Way and Sperling Avenue. Courses loop around Burnaby Lake making for a wonderful time in nature.

In 2025 the Rubber Ducky event takes place on Sunday, October 19th. The races begin at about 9:00 am with a short warm up immediately before. The course closes at noon.

Registration fees vary depending on which distance you wish to run and how far in advance you book. Prices for the 5 km run in 2025 range from $50 to $65. The 7 mile run costs between $55 and $70, and the half marathon costs between $65 and $80. In all cases, prices increase as the event gets closer.

Runners who finish their races receive a participation medal, and folks who sign up for the half marathon get some extra swag.

For the latest information about the event, click Try Events Rubber Ducky or see our article about the Rubber Ducky Race.

Rubber Ducky Race Video

The following video shows what the start of the Rubber Ducky Race at Burnaby Lake Regional Park looks like. As you’ll see, it’s a fair-sized race with a lot of participants.

Boundary Bay Marathon (in November)

As its name suggests, the Boundary Bay event takes place at Boundary Bay Park in South Delta (a.k.a. Tsawwassen). The park is beautiful and the path runs alongside the ocean. The terrain is mostly flat which makes running a bit easier.

In 2025 the 14th annual Boundary Bay Marathon happens on Sunday, November 2nd. There are four different routes available. The shorter options are 5 km and 10 km long. For more serious runners, there is both a half and full marathon. In addition, groups of runners can compete in a four-person marathon relay. The races start at about 8:30 am.

Prices for the individual runs in 2025 range from $50 to $90 each, depending on which distance you select. On the other hand, entering the four-person relay costs $200 to $260 per team.

To learn more about the event, click Try Events Boundary Bay.

If you want an idea of what the Boundary Bay event looks like, then check out the following video.

Vancouver Historic Half (in November)

The Vancouver Historic Half is a popular event where participants run along the Stanley Park Seawall. 2025 marks the Vancouver Historic Half’s 15th anniversary. The event begins at around 9:00 am on Sunday, November 30th.

The event offers 5 km, 10 km and half marathon routes. The runs begin at Lumberman’s Arch Concession at 3250 Stanley Park Drive. Stanley Park is one of Vancouver’s top attractions, so it’s no surprise that this event has been a great success over the years.

Half marathon runners get an event souvenir and all runners borrow time tags. Prices for the event range from $50 to $80 per person.

For more information about the event, visit the Try Events website.