Our previous editions were fantastic! In 2024, we welcomed 230 enthusiastic runners and 25 dedicated volunteers. Our team is excited to announce the 4th edition this September!

Race Options: 5k (Run or Walk) & 10k Run: Open to all adults and teenagers aged 12 and above. A special fun run just for kids aged 4 - 10 (of course, parents can run next to their kids at no additional cost).

La French Run 5k/10k takes you on a beautiful journey through the historical Francophone neighbourhood of Calgary: Rouleauville (now known as Mission) and its surroundings. As a special treat, after crossing the finish line, participants can relish in a tasting and degustation of authentic French pastries. Truly an "Oh là là!" experience!

While September 2025 might seem a while away, it's the perfect time to challenge yourself. Set your fitness goals with La French Run and start your preparations now! 
*Runners are not allowed to run with a stroller or a dog.

Interested in being part of this race as a team? Participating together adds an extra touch of fun and camaraderie. Reach out to us at culture@afcalgary.ca to register your group (consisting of 10 people or more) and avail of a special discount!

If you want to participate in La French but don't want to run, you can volunteer by contacting Norcellia at culture@afcalgary.ca 

Prizes - Oh lala!

For the Winners - WOMEN

10 km

First Place: TBA + Alliance Française GC ($100).
Second Place: TBA + Alliance Française GC ($50).
Third Place: TBA + Alliance Française GC ($25).

5km

First Place: TBA + Alliance Française GC ($100).
Second Place: TBA + Alliance Française GC ($50).
Third Place: TBA + Alliance Française GC ($25).

For the Winners - Men

10km

First Place: TBA + Alliance Française GC ($100).
Second Place: TBA + AllianceFrançaise GC ($50).
Third Place: TBA + Alliance Française GC ($25).

5km

First Place: TBA + Alliance Française GC ($100).
Second Place: TBA + Alliance Française GC ($50).
Third Place: TBA + Alliance Française GC ($25).

For the Winners - CHILDREN (sponsored by Decathlon)

1km

First Place: TBA + an AF Totebag.
Second Place: TBA + an AF Totebag.
Third Place: TBA + an AF Totebag.

And that's not all! For all participants, we have a fantastic package: a well-deserved medal, a stylish t-shirt, and a delightful gift card from Yann Haute Pâtisserie!

About Rouleauville

Rouleauville is the historical French neighbourhood of Calgary that is now known as Mission. The first permanent French Catholic mission in the area settled along the Bow River in 1883 as Notre Dame de la Paix. It was, for a time, the incorporated Village of Rouleauville before it was annexed to the City of Calgary in 1907 and renamed the district of Mission. Originally, the missionaries sought to establish peace between the colonists from eastern Canada, the Métis and the Indigenous peoples, particularly the Blackfoot. As well, they aimed to develop health care, trade and Catholic religious education in French. 

The neighborhood is named after the Rouleau brothers, two notable mission residents who had a significant influence on the area. To learn more about the history of Rouleauville and its role in Calgary's francophone past, follow the link here here.

(Source: Francophonie Calgary)