The Edmonton Ice Cream Run returns to Edmonton on July 11, 2026, as a summer neighbourhood run centered in Kinsmen Park. The event combines a short-family friendly distance with traditional 5K and 10K options, and is presented by local organizers who stage packet pick-up and race-day services in the River Valley picnic area.

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Races on July 11 include a 1K “Little Scoops” start at 9:30 a.m., followed by the 5K and 10K at 10:00 a.m. All distances begin at Kinsmen Park, Picnic Site 1 (9100 Walterdale Hill). Packet pick-up takes place the day before the race on Friday, July 10 from 1:00–6:00 p.m. at the 109 Street Running Room (8537–109 Street).

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What distinguishes this event is its post-race ice cream buffet and family-first focus. Every participant receives a keepsake finishing medal and then moves straight to the picnic site for an ice cream spread with non-dairy, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free alternatives offered alongside menu items that may contain common allergens. The race offers a community vibe with a prize for “The Biggest Family,” encourages teams and groups, and welcomes entrants of any age — strollers are permitted and dogs must follow City of Edmonton park regulations.

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Registration is handled through the Race Roster event page linked by the organizers; prospective entrants can register online ahead of race day. For questions, the race contact email and phone number are listed by the organizers.

• Start and finish at Kinsmen Park, Picnic Site 1 (9100 Walterdale Hill), Edmonton
• Distances offered on course: 1K Little Scoops, 5K and 10K
• Post-race food and ice cream buffet served at the picnic site
• Stroller-friendly route; dogs permitted in accordance with City of Edmonton park regulations

• Post-race ice cream buffet: All finishers get access to an ice cream buffet with non-dairy, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free alternatives available.
• Keepsake finishing medal: Every participant receives a keepsake finishing medal at the finish line.
• Family team prize: A prize is awarded for ‘The Biggest Family,’ encouraging groups and family teams to enter together.
• Packet pick-up window: Early package pick-up on Friday, July 10 from 1:00–6:00 pm at the 109 Street Running Room (8537–109 Street).
• All-ages & stroller friendly: The event includes a 1K Little Scoops plus 5K and 10K options, and explicitly allows strollers.