RCAF Run
Earn your wings! The RCAF Run is an opportunity to experience both the camaraderie and aircraft that make the RCAF unique. We welcome participants of ALL abilities and fitness levels to achieve your fitness goals at your own pace! We invite you to “Earn Your Wings” with us!
31 May – 16 June, 2024
March - August 2024
The 1 April 2024 marks 100 years of service for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) as a distinct military element. The Centennial milestone places the RCAF in a unique position to honour its distinct heritage; recognize its tremendous people today; and generate excitement for its bright future. The RCAF Run is a Centennial activity that will connect current and former military and their families with Canadians, at home or abroad, through sport and fitness. We welcome participants of ALL abilities and fitness levels to achieve your fitness goals at your own pace! We invite you to “Earn Your Wings” with us!
Proceeds from the RCAF Run support the RCAF Centennial Fund. Learn more about The Centennial Fund here.
EVENT DATES: 31 May – 16 June, 2024
THEME: Coming Soon! To be announced February 2024
FEATURED DISTANCES: 3K, 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon
REGISTRATION FEES:
RACE KITS:
RUN SHIRTS:
EVENT DATES: March 2024 – August 2024. Location specific.
THEME: Coming Soon! To be announced February 2024
FEATURED DISTANCES: Will include any or all of 3K, 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon. Location specific.
REGISTRATION FEES:
LOCATIONS:
See below.
EVENT DATE: Friday, 24 May 2024
TIME: To be confirmed (Morning)
DISTANCE(S): 5K
WHO: Open to CAF Members and NPF Employees
EVENT DATE: Sunday, 05 May 2024
TIME: To be confirmed (Morning)
DISTANCE(S): 3K, 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon
WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public
OTHER:
EVENT DATE: Thursday, 13 June 2024
TIME: 1000hrs
DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K
WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public
EVENT DATE: Friday, 10 May 2024
TIME: To be confirmed (Morning)
DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K
WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public
EVENT DATE: COMING SOON
TIME: COMING SOON
DISTANCE(S): COMING SOON
EVENT DATE: Friday, 31 May 2024
TIME: COMING SOON
DISTANCE(S): COMING SOON
EVENT DATE: Friday, 3 May 2024
TIME: To be confirmed (Morning)
DISTANCE(S): 5K
WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public
EVENT DATE: Tuesday, 11 June 2024
TIME: 0900
DISTANCE(S): 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon
WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public
EVENT DATE: Tuesday, 28 May 2024
TIME: 0900
DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K
WHO: Open to CAF Members and NPF Employees
EVENT DATE: To be confirmed (May 2024)
TIME: To be confirmed (Morning)
DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K
WHO: ADF Members; CAF Members; Allied Forces Members
OTHER:
EVENT DATE: Friday, 22 March 2024
TIME: 1200
DISTANCE(S): 3K and 5K
WHO: CAF Community on SHAPE (Military and Civilians)
EVENT DATE: Friday, 17 May 2024
TIME: To be confirmed (Morning)
DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K
WHO: CAF Members
EVENT DATE: Friday, 03 May 2024
TIME: COMING SOON
DISTANCE(S): 5K
WHO: CAF Members
EVENT DATE: COMING SOON
TIME: COMING SOON
DISTANCE(S): COMING SOON
EVENT DATE: Monday, 1 April 2024
TIME: 0900
DISTANCE(S): 10K
WHO: CAF Members
OTHER:
EVENT DATE: Friday, 31 May 2024
TIME: To be confirmed
DISTANCE(S): 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon
A: You may transfer your event via your Race Roster Participant Dashboard. Please note the transfer deadline is April 30.
A: All entry fees are non-refundable. You can, however, transfer your registration to another person no later than April 30.
A: Registration for the virtual event includes the option to select one of the following two packages:
Run bibs for any distance or package are NOT provided.
A: ALL race kits for participants who are registered for the virtual RCAF Run event will be shipped directly to the shipping address indicated in your registration. ALL race kits for in-person event participants will pick-up their race kit on-site prior to or at the event. Please see event details specific to your location.
A: Race kits will begin shipping to registered participants in March 2024 and will continue to be shipped as participants register. Packages should then be delivered within 14 days of registration. International shipping, or remote locations may take longer. If you have not received your package within a reasonably timely manner, please contact us at [email protected].
A: A virtual race is a race you can run at any location, at your pace, outside or on a treadmill, alone or with a group of friends.
A: You can complete your virtual race any day, any time during the race completion period (May 31 – June 16, 2024).
A: You will need to:
People are the heart of the Royal Canadian Air Force and our 2023 RCAF Run participants showed up with an abundance of it this year in support of The Centennial Fund. The 2023 event was our largest and most successful event to date with the assistance of RCAF Run sponsors BMO, The Personal, The Legion and Canadian Tire.
Whether virtual or in-person, some amazing memories and moments were captured of our supporters both here in Canada and abroad. Check out our 2023 RCAF Run photo gallery below.
2023 RCAF Run participants at NDHQ Carling
2023 RCAF Run participants at Tyndall AFB
2023 RCAF Run participants in Australia
2023 RCAF Run participants at CFB Borden
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2023 RCAF Run participants at Ramstein AFB
2023 RCAF Run participants
