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Blue Nose Marathon
Halifax, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunCharity Run+3
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Running Calendar Races in Nova Scotia: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (10 confirmed dates) and 60 races in Races in Nova Scotia with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1210 confirmed dates
Competitions60Races & courses
Distances1 - 515.4 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Nova Scotia Marathon
Barrington Passage, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km6 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+1
Photo: Sergey Pesterev · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Around the Bay Road Race 30K
Hamilton, Canada
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
30 km15 km10 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast
Photo: Sergey Pesterev · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Vancouver Marathon
Vancouver, Canada
May 2, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
Public ParkSeaside & Coast+2
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Ottawa Marathon
Ottawa, Canada
May 29, 2027 to May 30, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Public ParkForest+6
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Calgary Marathon
Calgary, Canada
May 29, 2027 to May 30, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Photo: Sergey Pesterev · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB World Series
Ultra Trail Whistler by UTMB
Whistler, Canada
June 25, 2027 to June 27, 2027Date confirmed
100 km50 km25 km12 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
Photo: Tobias Alt, Tobi 87 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Québec Mega Trail
Quebec, Canada
July 1, 2027 to July 4, 2027Date confirmed
134 km77 km50 km32 km+5
ForestNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Blue Nose Marathon | Halifax, Neuschottland, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Nova Scotia Marathon | Barrington Passage, Nova Scotia, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km6 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | Around the Bay Road Race 30K | Hamilton, Ontario, CA | Road Running | 30 km15 km10 km5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2027 | Vancouver Marathon | Vancouver, British Columbia, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| May 29, 2027 - May 30, 2027 | Ottawa Marathon | Ottawa, Ontario, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| May 29, 2027 - May 30, 2027 | Calgary Marathon | Calgary, Alberta, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2027 - Jun 27, 2027 | Ultra Trail Whistler by UTMB | Whistler, British Columbia, CA | Trail Running | 100 km50 km25 km12 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2027 - Jul 4, 2027 | Québec Mega Trail | Quebec, Québec, CA | Trail Running | 134 km77 km50 km32 km |
| Jul 23, 2027 - Jul 25, 2027 | UM Canada | Okanagan Falls, British Columbia, CA | Triathlon | 515.4 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2027 - Sep 12, 2027 | Ultra-Trail Harricana du Canada | Québec, Québec, CA | Trail Running | 122 km78 km63 km42.7 km |
| Sep 17, 2027 - Sep 19, 2027 | Beneva Montreal Marathon | Montréal, Québec, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2027 - Oct 3, 2027 | Quebec Marathon | Quebec, Québec, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Nova Scotia (Canada, Nova Scotia) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 60 individual races, including 10 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Triathlon. Key host locations include Halifax, Barrington Passage, Hamilton, and Vancouver. Notable events in the selection include Blue Nose Marathon, Nova Scotia Marathon, and Around the Bay Road Race 30K.
Race distances span from 1 km to 515.4 km, reaching up to +6,000 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Nova Scotia includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Nova Scotia?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 60 individual races in Races in Nova Scotia. A total of 10 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Blue Nose Marathon, Nova Scotia Marathon, and Around the Bay Road Race 30K.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Nova Scotia?
Events in Races in Nova Scotia focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Triathlon. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 515.4 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Halifax, Barrington Passage, Hamilton, and Vancouver.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Nova Scotia?
The most selective courses in Races in Nova Scotia climb up to +6,000 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Nova Scotia?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.