2026 Hatley Castle 8K
Enjoy some of the best road running that Vancouver Island has to offer. Distances range from 5km to the half-marathon. For beginners to Olympians and everyone in between, walkers to runners and all ages. Enjoy this historic and stately setting of the Hatley Castle in Colwood. Surrounded by forest and views of the Olympic Mountains and Downtown Victoria across the water. This course is hilly but traffic-free in its unique setting. It is the only race of the series with a significant amount of trail. The final 2km is flat and downhill. No pets are permitted to accompany a participant. Only registered guide dogs are permitted. All visually impaired participants accompanied by an assisting runner or guide dog must start at the back of the field. It is highly recommended that participants not wear headphones of any kind. If a competitor impedes another athlete, emergency services or operations or cannot hear commands, they are subject to disqualification. There will be no refunds when disqualified.
Registration Fees
- Regular: $45.18 (Nov 11 – Jan 8)
- Late: $55.94 (Jan 9 – Feb 6)
Important Event Information
- Online registration will close at 12 noon on Friday, February 21.
- There is an online processing fee applied to all online registrations.
- Payable in Canadian funds. VISA, MC, AMEX and Discover Card accepted. Your credit card statement will show a charge from Fast North Corp or Race Roster for your registration into this event.
- Entry fee is non-refundable and non-transferable between participants.
COVID-19 Protocol
VIRA will abide by all Provincial Health Orders and guidance provided by BC Athletics regarding holding outdoor events and indoor gatherings. Participants are advised that, if Provincial Health Orders require it at the time of the race, proof of full vaccination and wearing a mask may be required to access outdoor settings and indoor venues - which include tents with two or more walls. Further, participants must be aware that Provincial Health Orders are frequently amended, which could result in different requirements for different races. Some races have access to indoor venues, and those venues are mandating that participants are fully vaccinated and wear masks to go inside. For everyone to enjoy the full Island Series race experience we strongly encourage participants be fully vaccinated to enable you to participate in the post-race food and awards. Safety is our number one priority, and each host club will work with their local health authority and venue to ensure a safe event for all participants and volunteers. Anyone who is sick or showing signs of COVID-19 prior to any race must not participate for the safety of others.
Please remember these are road running races and are open to runners, racewalkers, walkers, and wheelchair athletes only: No roller blades/inline skates, No strollers, No cycling or other forms of transportation are permitted except for designated official cyclists. No headphones permitted. If you impede a participant, emergency response vehicle or race officials and cannot hear instructions, and are wearing headphones at the time, you are subject to disqualification.
