Run From Away Marathon, Half Marathon & 5k

Run From Away Marathon, Half Marathon & 5k

May 23rd, 2026Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador

Prices & Deadlines

Early Bird deadline:
January 3rd, 2026 11:59pm (Newfoundland Time)Registration Opened
Registration Fees
1st Distance
Applies to: Marathon
$90.00
1st Distance
Applies to: Half Marathon
$70.00
1st Distance
Applies to: 5km
$40.00
Shirt in Kit Deadline - Expand Info
Late Deadline
May 13th, 2026 11:59pm (Newfoundland Time)
Registration Fees
1st Distance
Applies to: Marathon
$125.00
1st Distance
Applies to: Half Marathon
$110.00
1st Distance
Applies to: 5km
$50.00
Additional Fees
Non-member fee$5.00
Additional Purchases
Pre-race Pasta Dinner (Friday)$10.00

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Payment Methods

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Other Information

RUN FROM AWAY MARATHON WEEKEND
Race Day: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Start Time 8am

Registration Opens: September 13, 2025 at 5:00am (NT)
Race Options & Caps
• Full Marathon: 100 spots
• Half Marathon: 250 spots
• 5K: 300 spots

Add-Ons
• Pasta Dinner:
1)$10 for Full/Half Registered Runners ( Please include when registering)
Deadline May 2, 2026
2) INCLUDED with accommodations at The Albatross Hotel Run From Away - Marathon Weekend - Steele Hotels
• Bus Ride to Start Line: Free – select option when registering
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Kit Pick-Up & Events
📍 Location: Gander International Airport – International Lounge
• Thurs, May 21, 2026 – 6:00–8:00pm
• Fri, May 22, 2026 – 5:00–8:00pm
Race kits will not be available on race day. Authorization form required if someone else picks up your kit.
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How to Register
Register online at:
👉 runfromaway.ca
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Rules & Restrictions
• Walkers Welcome: Allowed in 5K if finished within 1:15 hrs.
• Time Limits: Full/Half = 6 hrs.; 5K = 1:15 hrs.
• Minimum Age: Full – 18 years (by Dec 31, 2026); Half – 16 years (by Dec 31, 2026)
• No Headphones/Earbuds: NLAA rules – safety reasons
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What’s Included
• Bib, chip timing & luggage tag
• Finisher’s medal
• T-shirt (Early Bird & Regular only)
• Race kit
• Post-race refreshments
• Insurance coverage
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Refund Policy
• Full refunds available until Mar 23, 2026, 11:59pm through Trackie self-cancellation
• No refunds after this deadline for any reason
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Course & Race Day
• Start Line: Gander International Airport runway
• Finish Line: Gander Track & Field (limited parking available)
• Net downhill, fully marked, marshalled course
• Buses: Free transport to and from start/finish lines from with bag drop service (via bib luggage tags)
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Race Day Details
• Arrive 30 min early at start line
• Gun time = official time; chip times also published
• Medical support & water stations provided
• Weather: May in Gander ranges 2–12°C, variable conditions
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Spectators
• No seating provided; spectators gather along course and finish line
• Finish line photos available
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