Presented by XACT Nutrition — Official Fuel Partner
The Servus Calgary Marathon isn’t just a race. It’s a citywide celebration of running, community, and joy from shakeout to finish line — and well beyond. XACT Nutrition is on deck to keep you fueled, smiling, and stoked all weekend long. This is your guide to the eats, runs, hangs, cheers, and local gems that make Calgary Marathon weekend unforgettable.
Meet the Crews
We’re proud to roll with some of Calgary’s most inspiring run crews and community leaders. Catch them hosting shakeouts, cheer stations, or just doing what they do best — building energy and making everyone feel welcome.
- YYC Run Crew — Hosts of the pre-race shakeout and pizza social with CrushCamp. Inclusive, friendly, and fast when they want to be.
- State of the Art (SOTA) — Creators of the “My Mind Is Racing” event. Deep vibes, stylish gear, and a community-powered cheer zone.
- See You Soon Run Club — Bringing the joy and jokes to Wednesday night shakeouts with Strides Running.
Here’s What’s Happening
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Wednesday, May 22 – Shakeout + Cheer Party
Strides Running x See You Soon Run Club at 6:30 PM — Kick off the weekend early with a relaxed shakeout run and cheer party supported by @on and @xactnutrition. -
Thursday, May 23 – "My Mind Is Racing" SOTA Shakeout
Join State of the Art and @cieleathletics at Foundation Barbershop (1335 9 Ave SE) at 7 PM for a 3K run, bagel bar from @bageldaze, fresh cuts, giveaways, and exclusive gear drops. -
Friday, May 24 – YYC Run Crew x CrushCamp Shakeout
Chill 3K or 5K run + pizza social. Rolling x recovery lounge, mini massages, tech demos from Garmin, shoe glam & race-day nails from Saucony, NA brews, and fuel by yours truly — @xactnutrition. -
Saturday, May 25 – SOTA x XACT CHEER STATION
Memorial Drive, 7:30 AM — Bring the noise for the 5K & 10K with DJ Charged Up, good vibes, and massive race energy. -
Sunday, May 26 – CrushCamp x XACT Nutrition Cheer Station
East Village, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM — Come for the cheers, stay for the vibes. Expect high energy and major love for all runners!- ☕️ Free coffee and refreshments
- 🎶 DJ and full sound setup
- 📸 Photographer & Videographer
- 📣 CrushCamp cheer signs and all the noise
- 🎁 Free CrushCamp Class Card for volunteers
- 🍺 Free 88 Brewing beer coupon for volunteers
- 🏕 1 CrushCamp tent + 1 Eighty-Eight Brewing tent + 1–2 tables
Other partners on-site: CrushCamp and Eighty-Eight Brewing
Fuel Early, Fuel Often
We’ll be on-course at select aid stations during the 10K, Half, and Marathon events handing out XACT ENERGY fruit bars to keep you moving strong. Want a full fueling strategy? Read the guide.
Visit Us at the Expo
The Health, Sports & Lifestyle Expo is hosted at GMC Stadium, Stampede Park. Come by the XACT booth for fueling tips, free samples, and to stock up before race day.
Fuel Up — Our Favorite Eats for Runners
- Galaxie Diner — Retro breakfast magic. Pancakes + hashbrowns never miss.
- Wakado Ramen — Hot, salty, soul-fixing recovery meal.
- Monogram Coffee — Top-tier caffeine with three locations to choose from.
Sip Something Local — Post-Race Cheers
Hit the taps and celebrate. Calgary Brew Review ranks these top of class:
- Annex Ale Project — Casual and crushable.
- Tailgunner Brewing — Clean, classic, and cozy.
- The Dandy Brewing Company — For the cool beer nerds (you know who you are).
Cool Down Like You Mean It
- Studio Bell – National Music Centre — Wander exhibits and let the beats bring your heart rate down.
- Bow River Pathway — Gentle riverside strolls. Perfect for the next morning’s “recovery” run.
Getting Around — No Stress, Just Movement
- Free CTrain on race day with your bib.
- Use the Transit App to move between shakeouts, expo, and brunch.
- Full race weekend logistics here.
Forgot Something? These Shops Have Your Back
- Strides Running Store — Partner store with all your gear and XACT restock needs.
You’ve Got This
Tag us all weekend long @xactnutrition and use #fuelyourgoals. We’ll see you at the shakeouts, at the cheer zones, at the fueling stations — and at the brunch table after.
XACT Nutrition – Official Fueling Partner of the 2025 Servus Calgary Marathon