Melissa’s Road Race Day

The Tradition Continues – Melissa’s Road Race is one of Canada’s most historic and popular running events and takes place on September 26th, 2026. Melissa’s features a 5k, 10k and Half Marathon on sensationally scenic routes in and around Banff National Park.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best, cheering from the sidelines, or simply soaking up the energy around town, the Rose & Crown is your post-race headquarters.

Show Your Bib. Save 15%.

On race day, show your Banff Marathon racing bib and receive 15% off our regular-priced menu.

Because after kilometres of mountain views and uphill climbs, you’ve earned a cold pint, a great burger, and a seat on the rooftop.

Open Early at 11am. 

Race Hard. Celebrate Harder.

We’re serving up:

• Happy Hour 11 am – 6 pm
• Ice-cold beers
• Crowd-favourite pub classics
• Rooftop patio views
• Rooftop BBQ Grilling 12 – 4 pm
• The perfect spot to recap every kilometre

Whether you’re celebrating a new PR or just happy to have crossed the finish line, we’ll have your table waiting.

Sept. 26th Only.
Show your race bib and receive 15% off your meal.

Cover Photo by Pam Doyle