What is the course like for Niagara Falls International Marathon?

Mostly Flat course on Road/Pavement. See the elevation chart on this page for details.

Is Niagara Falls International Marathon USATF certified?

Yes this race is listed as certified.

What are typical race-day temperatures for Niagara Falls International Marathon?

Average ~48F (high 56F / low 40F).

Can I generate a pace band for Niagara Falls International Marathon?

Yes use the Pace Band button on this page to create a course-specific pace band.

Niagara Falls International Marathon | Race Info, Course, Elevation & Pace Band

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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Sunday, October 25, 2026
2025: Sunday, October 26, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Point to Point
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: Yes

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 48°F (8°C)
Average High: 56°F (13°C)
Average Low: 40° F (4°C)

PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.47
Course Score: 99.47

Race Size

2025: 946 Finishers
2024: 645 Finishers
2023: 603 Finishers
2022: 435 Finishers
2021: No Results
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: 5.4%
2024: 5.1%
2023: 6.3%
2022: 8.1%
2021: N/A
2020: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Niagara Falls International Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Niagara Falls International Marathon was the 8th largest marathon in Canada in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 13th largest marathon in Canada.

In 2025, 5.4% of Niagara Falls International Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 5.1% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Niagara Falls International Marathon ranked 24th among marathons in Canada in 2025 and 31st in 2024. In Ontario, it ranked 9th in 2025 and 12th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.

The Niagara Falls International Marathon has a Course Score of 99.47, ranking it as the 9th fastest marathon course in Canada and the 5th fastest marathon course in Ontario.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Niagara Falls International Marathon a PR Score of 99.47. The PR Score ranks the Niagara Falls International Marathon as the 8th best marathon in Canada for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 5th best marathon for a PR in Ontario.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Niagara Falls International Marathon compares with other marathons in Canada and Ontario for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Niagara Falls International Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary

Course Speed9th fastest marathon course in Canada

Ranked 5th fastest marathon course in Ontario

Top 29% Nationally#5 of 12 in Ontario

PR Potential8th best marathon for a Personal Record in Canada

Ranked 5th best marathon for a PR in Ontario

Top 25% Nationally#5 of 12 in Ontario

Boston Qualifier Rate24th highest BQ percentage in Canada

Ranked 9th highest BQ percentage in Ontario

Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results

Top 80% Nationally#9 of 10 in Ontario

Race Size8th largest marathon in Canada

Ranked 2nd largest marathon in Ontario

Based on 2025 results

Top 25% Nationally#2 of 11 in Ontario

Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.

Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 590 feet (179m)
Min Elevation: 506 feet (154m)

Elevation Gain: 237 feet (72m)
Elevation Loss: 237 feet (72m)

Course updated 06/18/2026

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Race Reviews

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2017: An Aberration

Full Review:

Planned this race to be a cool and fast marathon (overall downhill) with friends, but cool it was not. Despite beautiful cool days before and after, marathon day was muggy with high winds. Decided to abandon actual racing to instead pace my slower friends. From the results, it was clear there were very few BQs this year. Hopefully, next year the weather will be better.

Race Tips:

Watch the weather! It's usually beautiful this time of year. Also, if they are featuring Nuun on the course, try it in training. I did, and I was fine, but some people experience GI trouble if they haven't used it before.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

The finish line vibe was great, but be aware that then there will be a long walk uphill to your hotel. There were trams parked there, but in our exhausted state, we couldn't really figure out if any of them were going anywhere useful for us.

Reviewed by ALM About 2017