Our annual poll is now live!
Which races deserve the top spot in each state for 2026?
Our annual poll is now live!
Which races deserve the top spot in each state for 2026?
Nova Scotia has 5 active marathons this year. Races are most common in October, July, and May. Course terrain for these courses is most often mostly flat or rolling hills. Typical race day temperatures range from 44°F to 63°F.
Popular races include the Blue Nose Marathon, Valley Harvest Marathon, and Nova Scotia Marathon. 5 certified courses can be great Boston qualifier options. Races with the best Boston qualifying percentages include the Johnny Miles Marathon — 20.0% BQ and Nova Scotia Marathon — 10.6% BQ.
| Nova Scotia Marathons |
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PR Score
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Blue Nose MarathonHalifax, NS05/17/2026 |  Hilly 344 Finishers |
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Johnny Miles MarathonNew Glasgow, NS06/15/2025 |  Mostly Flat60 Finishers |
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Nova Scotia MarathonBarrington, NS07/19/2026 | Mostly Flat104 Finishers |
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Valley Harvest MarathonWolfville, NS10/11/2026 |  Rolling Hills198 Finishers |
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Cape Breton Fiddlers Run MarathonSydney, NS10/18/2026 | Rolling Hills64 Finishers |
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