2026 Schedule
August 5 - 9, 2026
REGISTRATION
The Run of the Ogopogo is a closed event, which means that registration is required to attend. Register at: https://www.runoftheogopogo.ca/2026reg
LOCATION
Vernon, BC, Canada
Event activities look to soak in the best of the Okanagan valley. Although Vernon is generally the central location, many activities will take us to Silverstar Mountain, Kelowna, Penticton, and beyond, depending on the specific activities in a given year.
Accommodations can be booked through the registration link above.
CONTACTS
Join the Messenger Chat!
Direct contacts (note that it may be difficult to reach when driving):
Dean Little | 780-799-1238
Tara Trigg | 403-617-3013
Chris Dittrick | 403-519-2406
Ask to be added to the Facebook Messenger chat to stay current, find people, or get help. Make sure you’ve got the app installed!
PACKING LIST
In addition to the usual road trip items, here are a few to consider:
Water bottles & cooler
SUNSCREEN & hat
Bathing suit / towel
Lawn chair(s)
Frisbee
2-way radios
Spare parts & tools
Camera, phone, charger
PREPARATIONS
To ensure everyone enjoys the weekend and avoids disaster, please make certain your vehicle is in the best condition possible. While breakdowns are inevitable where old sports cars are concerned, no one appreciates it when the need to pull out tools to fix an easily avoidable issue arises
ITINERARY
Wednesday, August 5
OgoRally Event
Additional details coming soon. This add-on event extends the Ogopogo with incredible driving routes through interior British Columbia. If you are looking for epic driving, start with the OgoRally.
Thursday, August 6
Cruise from home to the chalet at Silverstar Mountain Resort (near Vernon, BC)
Regional groups to independently plan departure points and caravan plan.
Upon arrival in Vernon, we will grab supplies in town, then organize dinner plans and head up the mountain to reconnect with friends and enjoy the evening in the mountain air.
Friday, August 7
AM | Electric karts
4-race private championship event
Omnium points awarded
~12:30 PM | Group Lunch
Location TBC - Kelowna
Post-Lunch | Cruise & Scenic Photos
Includes planned stops, scenic views, photo ops
Omnium competition tasks (to be announced)
~6:00 PM | Group Dinner Reservation
Location TBC
Saturday, August 8
7:30AM | Autocross Kelowna (opt-in A event)
Omnium points awarded
Near Okanagan College, same lot as previous years
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
9:00 AM | Opt-in B events
For those not participating or viewing of autocross, may opt-in to other group activities, including: hiking, beach time, bike rides, disc golf, winery tours, fun lunches.
5:00 PM | Group dinner @ chalet
Forza challenge (omnium event)
Omnium trophy award ceremony
Games & prizes
Celebrate new and old friendships and love for cars at a beautiful chalet on top of a mountain
Note: must register as an attendee to attend
Sunday, August 9
Clean & pack, check out.
No set agenda for the rest of the day.
Coordinate with people from your region for the cruise home.