
The NERD Run 2025
Date
September 13, 2025
Location
Edmonton, Alberta
Events
The NERD Run (Neuroscience Education, Research, and Discovery) is an annual event organized by the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute at the University of Alberta. It raises awareness and supports brain and mental health research. The 2025 event celebrates its 10th anniversary with activities for all levels and abilities.
Participants can choose from walk or run distances of 2.5 km, 5 km, and 10 km, taking place in the scenic Edmonton river valley. Early registration offers exclusive perks including a free NERD Run t-shirt.
Boston Qualifier
NERD Run 2025 - Youth 10KM Run (Ages 0-12)
September 13, 2025
10:10AM
10km
Boston Qualifier
NERD Run 2025 - 10KM Run
September 13, 2025
10:10AM
10km
Boston Qualifier
NERD Run 2025 - Youth 5KM Run (Ages 0-12)
September 13, 2025
10:15AM
5km
Boston Qualifier
NERD Run 2025 - 5KM Run
September 13, 2025
10:15AM
5km
Boston Qualifier
NERD Run 2025 - 5KM Walk
September 13, 2025
10:15AM
5km
Boston Qualifier
NERD Run 2025 - Youth 5KM Walk (Ages 0-12)
September 13, 2025
10:15AM
5km
Boston Qualifier
NERD Run 2025 - Youth 2.5KM Walk (Ages 0-12)
September 13, 2025
10:20AM
2.5km
Boston Qualifier
NERD Run 2025 - 2.5KM Walk
September 13, 2025
10:20AM
2.5km
- Starts at Kinsmen Park
- Course navigates paved roads and trails in the Edmonton river valley
- Mixed surface (road and trail)
- Time-chipped event
- Free exclusive NERD Run t-shirt for registrations before August 29
- Time-chipped race
- Scenic course through Edmonton river valley, starting in Kinsmen Park
- Options for all levels and abilities
- Early bird pricing available until July 31
RACE DAY COUNTDOWN
175
Days
175
Hours
175
Minutes
Date
September 13, 2025
Season
Fall (September-November)
Location
Edmonton, Alberta
Avg Temp
Mild (10-20°C)
Avg Humidity
Moderate (40-60%)