Blue Nose Marathon
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Blue Nose Marathon
The Medavie Blue Nose Marathon takes place in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The 2026 event is scheduled for May 15-17 and the race weekend is held annually on the Victoria Day long weekend. The weekend features multiple running and walking events, results and event photos are maintained for previous years.
Races and event features
- 42.2KM (Medavie marathon)
- 21.1KM (half marathon)
- 10KM
- 5KM (Purple Cow 5KM)
The weekend also includes a Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run and a Strum Consulting Team Relay. Other event formats listed include Double Up, a Virtual Run, Fill Yer Boots, and the Simons Green Bib. The Blue Nose Marathon Expo, presented by Subaru, is a two-day active living event tied to the weekend. The event runs a Giv'er Charity Challenge with official charities. Organizers acknowledge that the Blue Nose Marathon takes place in Mi’kma’ki, the traditional and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.