
2025 Islendingadagurinn - Icelandic Festival of Manitoba Running Races
Date
August 3, 2025
Location
Gimli, Manitoba
Events
The Icelandic Festival of Manitoba, known as Islendingadagurinn, is a celebrated annual event rooted in Icelandic culture held in Gimli, Manitoba. Established in 1890, it is the second oldest continuous ethnic festival in North America and features various running races alongside cultural festivities.
Races include a fast, flat 10 Mile Road Race from Winnipeg Beach to Gimli and a 5 Kilometer Race in Gimli Pavilion Park, part of the Interlake Run Series. The event also offers virtual race options.
Races include a fast, flat 10 Mile Road Race from Winnipeg Beach to Gimli and a 5 Kilometer Race in Gimli Pavilion Park, part of the Interlake Run Series. The event also offers virtual race options.
Race Schedule
Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing
Icelandic Festival of Manitoba 2025 - Virtual 10 Mile Race
A virtual 10 mile race for the Icelandic Festival of Manitoba, completed remotely between July 20 and August 3.
Virtual
Boston Qualifier
Icelandic Festival of Manitoba 2025 - Virtual 5 Kilometer Race
A virtual 5 km race for the Icelandic Festival of Manitoba, completed remotely between July 20 and August 4.
Virtual
Boston Qualifier
Icelandic Festival of Manitoba 2025 - 57th Annual 10 Mile Road Race
A fast and flat 10 mile point-to-point road race from Winnipeg Beach to Gimli along Highway 9.
Road
Boston Qualifier
Icelandic Festival of Manitoba 2025 - 7th Annual 5 Kilometer Race
A 5 km road race through Gimli as part of the Icelandic Festival of Manitoba, on a fast and festive course.
Road
Boston Qualifier
Icelandic Festival of Manitoba 2025 - 34th Jan's Memorial 1 Mile Fun Run
A 1 mile fun run for all ages at the Icelandic Festival of Manitoba, welcoming families and casual runners.
Road
Boston Qualifier
Course Details
- 10 Mile Road Race: point-to-point along Highway 9
- 5 Kilometer Race: starts and finishes at Gimli Pavilion Park
- Road surface throughout
- The 10 Mile course is flat and known for fast times
- Typical early August temperatures around 25°C (77°F) with moderate humidity
- 5 Kilometer Race: starts and finishes at Gimli Pavilion Park
- Road surface throughout
- The 10 Mile course is flat and known for fast times
- Typical early August temperatures around 25°C (77°F) with moderate humidity
Race Highlights
- Annual celebration of Icelandic culture in Gimli, Manitoba
- 10 Mile Road Race: fast, flat, point-to-point from Winnipeg Beach to Gimli
- 5 Kilometer Race part of the Interlake Run Series
- Virtual race options available
- Early August event with typically warm summer weather
- 10 Mile Road Race: fast, flat, point-to-point from Winnipeg Beach to Gimli
- 5 Kilometer Race part of the Interlake Run Series
- Virtual race options available
- Early August event with typically warm summer weather
RACE DAY COUNTDOWN
175
Days
175
Hours
175
Minutes
Date
August 3, 2025
Season
Fall (September-November)
Location
Gimli, Manitoba
Avg Temp
Warm (20-30°C)
Avg Humidity
Moderate (40-60%)