Join us for the 12th annual Big Elf Run.
This holiday themed run offers a 5km/10km Big Elf Run/Walk (2pm) as well as a 1km Wee Elf Run/Walk (1pm) around scenic Stanley Park. Run with hundreds of elves, enjoy a DJ, “elfie station”, prize giveaways and more.
The Big Elf Run tours picturesque Stanley Park. Starting at Lumberman's Arch, the course winds its way along paths surrounded by old oak trees before looping onto the seawall with hallmark views of Coal Harbour and the Burrard Inlet. With few inclines, and mainly paved paths, everyone is assured a beautiful and accessible run, jog or walk. The route is suitable for all ages and abilities. Leashed dogs and strollers welcome (both please start in final wave).
Key Details
- Location: Stanley Park
- Date: December 12 2026
- Distances: 1k Wee Elf Run, 5k, 10k (5k loops), 15k
- Registration includes: Personalised running Bib with custom "Elf Name", Wooden Ornament Medal (from BC), Elf Toque costume item, Measured route, Water station, Entertainment, "Elf-ie" station for your pre-run photos!, Chance to win a door prize.
Event Location
Start/Finish Area: Lumbermans Arch, Stanley Park, 3301 Stanley Park Dr, Vancouver, BC
Timeline
- 12:00: Run kit pickup Opens
- 12:45: 1km Warm up
- 1:00pm: 1km starts
- 1:30pm: 1km Route Closed
- 1:40pm: Awards
- 1:45pm: 5km & 10km* Warm Up
- 2:00pm: 5km, & 10km* Starts
- 4:00pm: Route Closed
Pricing
Early bird pricing begins at:
- $23 for 1km Kids Run
- $40 for 5km, $42 for 10km, $45 for 15km
Discounts available for group bundles of 4+ (15% off each entry). Under 18's receive a max entry fee of $29 for 5k and 10k routes.
Packet Pickup
Run Kits can be collected on:
- Wednesday December 9th from 12noon to 5:45pm at Kintec Burnaby
- Thursday December 10th from 12noon to 5:45pm at Kintec North Vancouver
- Friday December 11th from 12noon to 5:45pm at Kintec Broadway
