Run Like A Mother 2026

Run Like A Mother returns to Nelson, British Columbia on May 9, 2026. The event stages a focused spring race day in Nelson and has run editions in recent years, giving local and visiting runners a reliable date to plan around.

Runners can choose from three distances: a 5K, a 10K and a 21K. All races start at 8:00 AM sharp. The organizers operate a single-day schedule with clear timing rules: the course closes at 11:00 AM and competitors must be at the halfway mark of their chosen distance by 9:30 AM. On-course support includes a staged set of aid stations (one for the 5K, two for the 10K and four for the half-marathon) where both water and Gatorade are provided.

The race emphasizes straightforward logistics and safety. Strollers, baby carriers and pets are not permitted on the route, and runners are asked not to wear earbuds or headphones so they can hear traffic and direction from volunteers. There is no area to store belongings at the start line, so participants are advised to leave bags in a vehicle or with a companion.

Registration is available online; interested runners should secure their entries through the event's registration link for the May 9, 2026 race.

- **Early single start time:** All races start at 8 AM sharp.
- **Full-course hydration with Gatorade:** Water and Gatorade are available at every aid station.
- **Multiple distance options:** 5K, 10K and 21K let runners pick a distance to match their training.
- **Clear course cutoffs:** Course closes at 11 AM and runners must reach halfway by 9:30 AM.
- **Strict safety policies:** Strollers, baby carriers and pets are not permitted on the race route.
- **No earbuds allowed:** Runners must avoid earbuds/headphones so they can hear traffic and volunteer directions.