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 September 21, 2025 | Half Marathon and 5K Fun Run

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Welcome

The Fort Garry Rotary Half Marathon and 5K Fun Run is a great race promoting healthy living and raising funds for addiction treatment and vocational training.

The 13th Annual Rotary Half Marathon and 5K Fun Run is Sunday, September 21, 2025. The race starts at 8 am.

In addition to raising funds for community projects, the Half Marathon will provide an opportunity for runners to test the results of their summer training, try for personal bests, practice for other half or full marathons in the fall and winter – and win some great prizes! #rotaryrace4youth

2025 Race Results

2025 5K Results

2025 Race Results By Age

This morning I had the privilege of running the Fort Garry Rotary Half Marathon. Without a shadow of doubt the Fort Garry Half is the most scenic half marathon in Winnipeg and perhaps all of Manitoba. It also has a reputation of the fastest course around town; personal bests are measured in minutes, not seconds.

Michael Bennett

www.seemikerun.ca

“The Fort Garry Rotary Half is a true gem on the Winnipeg running calendar! With ideal September weather, incredible volunteers, and enthusiastic crowd support, this charming race offers the perfect conditions to run fast, or simply soak up the community spirit.”

Carolyn Coffin

Inspired Soles Podcast

RACE INFORMATION

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2025

HALF MARATHON
This certified race course and is an out and back route marked with mile markers throughout and kilometer markers at 5, 10 and 15 KM. The race begins at St. Vital Park (near the Duck Pond) at 8am. From the Duck Pond, runners continue on Parameter Road to the park’s exit gate and turn south on River Road toward Bishop Grandin. Before reaching the street, runners turn right and follow the bike path along the Red River on the south side of Bishop Grandin. Runners then make the loop to follow the path over the bridge to the west side of the Red River and onto Darcy Drive. Runners continue to Thatcher Drive leading to University Crescent. Runners turn left on University Crescent and left again onto Sifton Road. Runners will follow Sifton to Saunders and then to Freedman, and turn left on Kings Drive. Runners then turn right onto Kilkenny Drive and continue to the Perimeter Highway. At this point, runners cross the bike path going west along Cloutier Drive to the turnaround point, make a slight left from the bike path to the left lane of Cloutier Drive and retrace the course back to the park. Racecourse marshals and volunteers (in yellow T-shirts) will be available all along the course for guidance.

5K FUN RUN
The Fun Run will start shortly after the Half Marathon and is a 2 Lap (5 Km) course around St. Vital Park (Perimeter Road). The Fun Run is open to all ages and we encourage families, friends, or groups to participate and join the fun!

Race Kit Pick Up

Saturday, September 20
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
At Kenaston Running Room
Kenaston Village Mall
1875 Grant Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3N 1Z2

OUR CAUSES

We are supporting The Bruce and Anne Oake Memorial Foundation. The Foundation is committed to transforming lives through the creation and operation of long-term treatment facilities in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Bruce Oake Recovery Centre, dedicated to the memory of Bruce Oake, provides residential addiction treatment and equips individuals with the tools needed to rebuild their lives and re-integrate into society. With the addition of the Anne Oake Family Recovery Centre, the Foundation expands its impact by offering recovery programs designed for women and their children, removing barriers to treatment and ensuring families can heal together. For more information, visit bruceoakerecoverycentre.ca/

Bruce Oake Recovery Centre Logo

Our second cause is the Knowles Centre. Their mission is to help young people and their families address past struggles, develop healthier relationships and ways of life, and reach their full potential in the future. For more information about the Knowles Centre, visit knowlescentre.org/

Bruce Oake Recovery Centre Logo

FAQs

I can't make it on race day. Can I transfer my bib?

Yes, you can transfer your bib to soomeone else if you can no longer make it on race day. Send an email to fgrotarymarathon@gmail.com with the name of both runners, and the email of the new runner. Please note that bib transfers can only be accomodated until registration closes at 8 p.m. on September 19.

Where are the water stations?

Water stations are placed approximately every 2-3 kilometres along the half marathon course route. 

Can someone else pick up my race kit for me?

Yes, someone else can pick up your race kit for you. 

Where do I park?

There is parking available in the parking lots throughout St. Vital Park, as well as on nearby streets.

What time do I need to arrive?

Please arrive at St. Vital Park by at least 7:15 a.m. You may be able to get a parking spot in one of the parking lots. Otherwise, street parking is available for you to then walk/run into the park.

Where's the start line?

The start line is near the Aspen Picnic Shelter (in the big field, closer to the exit than the entrance). Look for the red arch and listen for the music!

Is there a course cut off time?

While we do not have an official cut-off time, the course generally begins to close after three hours (8:31/km pace).

Is there a bag drop?

Yes, there is a bag drop area near the start line. Please write your number on your bag so we can identify it for you.

What comes in the race kit?

Each race kit comes with a drawstring bag, event t-shirt, race bib, and chip timer.

Where do I put my chip?

Instructions for your race chip are included in your race kit. It is recommended to attach the chip to your shoelace.

Can I switch bibs or races?

No, we cannot switch bibs or race distance for participants.

Do all runners get medals?

All half marathon participants will receive a medal.

5K participants do not receive medals except for the top first, second and third male and female runners.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

SPONSORS

Silver Sponsors

5K Run and Prize Sponsors

Nutrition Sponsors

Water Station Sponsors

Additional Sponsors

 

CONTACT

Or contact:

Steve Gallagher

Phone: 204-999-6900

#rotaryrace4youth

ABOUT ROTARY

Rotary International

Rotary is an organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide, who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help to build goodwill and peace in the world. There are approximately 1.2 million Rotarian members, in more than 29,000 clubs in 162 countries. Founded by Paul Harris, a young lawyer from Chicago, on February 25, 1905. This average club size is approximately 45 members. The object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a worthy enterprise, at the same time encouraging and fostering the following four avenues of service, around which club activities are carried out.

Fort Garry Rotary Club

At the Fort Garry Rotary Club we pride ourselves on our ability to create an atmosphere of fun and fellowship while maintaining a commitment to local and international communities. With the help of our families and friends, our goal is to reach beyond our neighborhood and to better understand the people we serve and to make contributions that change our lives and those of the people we meet.