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Queen City Marathon

Regina, SK
Sunday, September 13, 2026


  5 Stars from 1 Reviews

Course Description

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: TBD
2026: Sunday, September 13, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Very Flat
Type: Mostly Loop
Surface: Road/Pavement

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


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 54°F (12°C)
Average High: 66°F (18°C)
Average Low: 41° F (5°C)





PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.21
Course Score: 99.21


Race Size

2026: 409 Finishers
2025: 317 Finishers
2024: 308 Finishers
2023: 292 Finishers
2022: 219 Finishers
2021: No Results

BQ Percentages

2026: 4.4%
2025: 6%
2024: 5.2%
2023: 8.9%
2022: 11%
2021: N/A


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 11 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 76°F  (24°C)
Low: 45°F  (7°C)

Race Start Conditions

53°F  (12°C)
Humidity: 67%

Clear
SE 9 mph

PR Score

99.02

Course Score

99.64









Queen City Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Queen City Marathon was the 17th largest marathon in Canada in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 19th largest marathon in Canada.

In 2026, 4.4% of Queen City Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 6% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Queen City Marathon ranked 22nd among marathons in Canada in 2025 and currently ranks 11th so far in 2026. In Saskatchewan, it ranked 2nd in 2025 and 1st so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Queen City Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.


The Queen City Marathon has a Course Score of 99.21, ranking it as the 13th fastest marathon course in Canada and the 2nd fastest marathon course in Saskatchewan.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Queen City Marathon a PR Score of 99.21. The PR Score ranks the Queen City Marathon as the 13th best marathon in Canada for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 2nd best marathon for a PR in Saskatchewan.

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

Queen City Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed13th fastest marathon course in Canada
Ranked 2nd fastest marathon course in Saskatchewan
Top 41% Nationally#2 of 2 in Saskatchewan
PR Potential13th best marathon for a Personal Record in Canada
Ranked 2nd best marathon for a PR in Saskatchewan
Top 41% Nationally#2 of 2 in Saskatchewan
Boston Qualifier Rate22nd highest BQ percentage in Canada
Ranked 2nd highest BQ percentage in Saskatchewan
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 74% Nationally#2 of 2 in Saskatchewan
Race Size17th largest marathon in Canada
Ranked 1st largest marathon in Saskatchewan
Based on 2025 results
Top 52% Nationally#1 of 2 in Saskatchewan

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 1910 feet (582m)
Min Elevation: 1864 feet (568m)

Elevation Gain: 364 feet (110m)
Elevation Loss: 364 feet (110m)


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Race Reviews


5.0
Based on 1 reviews
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The course is flat and race well organized. Lots of runners keep,you company in the first half as the half marathon course is similar and starts at the same time. I've run this race several times and the weather is variable with some warm years and some cooler years. The wind can also be a factor some years. The runners are very spread out in the second half.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Almost everyone drives to the start. Allow a little extra time to park. Start line is about 2 miles or so from downtown hotels.