Canada Marathon Calendar 2026–2027: Dates, BQ Races & Finder

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Canada Marathon Calendar 2026–2027

Find your next Canadian marathon by date, province, course and goal

Compare upcoming road, trail and marathon-distance races across Canada. Filter for Boston qualifiers, faster road courses, first marathon options or destination races, then use the race link to confirm registration and final course details.

Last checked: August 17, 2026 2027: announced dates only Race links: race details and registration
Runners training together before a marathon
Planning a race now? The finder hides races that have already passed. Registration status can change, and sold-out races may still use waitlists or organizer-approved transfers, so check the race site before making travel plans.

Next Canadian marathons

These are the next four marathon-distance events on the calendar, so you can see what is coming up without searching the full list.

Canada Marathon Finder

Start with the year and province, then narrow by course type, Boston-qualifier status or race goal.

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BQ confirmedcurrently listed as Boston qualifying Verify BQconfirm eligibility on the race site Not a BQ race

Quick picks for common marathon goals

For a BQ or personal best

Start with Georgina, Rimouski, P’tit Train du Nord, Toronto Waterfront, Hamilton Road2Hope or a similarly certified road course.

For a destination weekend

Royal Victoria, PEI, Gaspesia, Tobermory and Edge to Edge put more weight on scenery and the trip itself.

For a smaller race

PGRR Labour Day Classic, Treherne, Centre-du-Québec and the Montreal West Island marathon offer a lower-key alternative to major city events.

Canada marathon calendar: upcoming 2026 and confirmed 2027 dates

Use the filters above to narrow the calendar by year, province, course, BQ status or goal. By default, only races that are still ahead are shown.

DateRaceCourseBQ?Link
August 22, 2026Moose Mountain Trail Races 42KBragg Creek, ABTrailNot a BQ raceRace details
August 23, 2026Yellowknife Overlander Sports MarathonYellowknife, NTRoadVerify BQRace details
August 23, 2026Marathon CF7Sept-Îles, QCRoadVerify BQRace details
August 29, 2026Défi de la Tortue MarathonShawinigan, QCLoopNot a BQ raceRace details
September 6, 2026PGRR Labour Day Classic 42.2KPrince George, BCRoadVerify BQRace details
September 12, 2026Wapiti Nordic 42KGrovedale, ABTrailNot a BQ raceRace details
September 12, 2026Tobermory Trail Race 42KTobermory, ONTrailNot a BQ raceRace details
September 13, 2026Uniformed Services Run Provincial MarathonSt. John's, NLRoadBQ confirmedRace details
September 13, 2026GMS Queen City MarathonRegina, SKRoadBQ confirmedRace details
September 13, 2026Georgina MarathonGeorgina, ONRoadBQ confirmedRace details
September 13, 2026BougeBouge Marathon and Verdun FestivalMontréal, QCRoadBQ confirmedRace details
September 13, 2026Marathon Centre-du-QuébecWarwick, QCRoadVerify BQRace details
September 13, 2026Madelicourons 42.2KL’Étang-du-Nord, QCRoadVerify BQRace details
September 13, 2026Marathon Groupe Ouellet Bolduc de RimouskiRimouski, QCRoadBQ confirmedRace details
September 19, 2026Be Fearless Trail MarathonSquamish, BCTrailNot a BQ raceRace details
September 19, 2026That Dam Hill MarathonLondon, ONLoopBQ confirmedRace details
September 20, 2026Treherne Run for the Hills MarathonTreherne, MBRoadBQ confirmedRace details
September 20, 2026Trail du Parc national de la Yamaska 42KRoxton Pond, QCTrailNot a BQ raceRace details
September 26, 2026Marathon du FjordSaguenay, QCRoadVerify BQRace details
September 27, 2026Argus Apple MarathonKelowna, BCRoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 4, 2026Marathon P’tit Train du NordSaint-Jérôme, QCRoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 4, 2026Muskoka MarathonBracebridge, ONRoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 4, 2026Legs for Literacy MarathonMoncton, NBRoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 4, 2026Marathon Beneva de QuébecQuébec City, QCRoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 4, 2026Marathon Sun Life de GranbyGranby, QCRoadVerify BQRace details
October 4, 2026The County MarathonPrince Edward County, ONRoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 11, 2026Valley Harvest MarathonWolfville, NSRoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 11, 2026Marathon Beneva de MontréalMontréal, QCRoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 11, 2026Royal Victoria MarathonVictoria, BCRoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 11, 2026Trapline MarathonNorth West River, NLRoadVerify BQRace details
October 18, 2026Cape Breton Fiddlers MarathonSydney, NSRoadVerify BQRace details
October 18, 2026Prince Edward Island MarathonCharlottetown, PERoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 18, 2026TCS Toronto Waterfront MarathonToronto, ONRoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 18, 2026Edge to Edge MarathonUcluelet, BCMixedNot a BQ raceRace details
October 24, 2026Marathon GaspesiaPercé, QCRoadVerify BQRace details
October 24, 2026Hallow’s Eve Trail Race 42KNorth Vancouver, BCTrailNot a BQ raceRace details
October 25, 2026Niagara Falls MarathonNiagara Falls, ONRoadBQ confirmedRace details
October 25, 2026Marathon Duchesnay-QuébecSainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, QCMixedBQ confirmedRace details
November 1, 2026Hamilton Marathon Road2HopeHamilton, ONRoadBQ confirmedRace details
November 1, 2026Boundary Bay MarathonDelta, BCGravelBQ confirmedRace details
November 1, 2026BougeBouge Mont-Royal MarathonMontréal, QCTrailVerify BQRace details
November 22, 2026Marathon de l’Ouest de l’Île de MontréalPierrefonds, QCRoadVerify BQRace details
April 25, 2027Beneva Mississauga MarathonMississauga, ONRoadBQ confirmedRace details
May 2, 2027BMO Vancouver MarathonVancouver, BCRoadBQ confirmedRace details
May 2, 2027Toronto MarathonToronto, ONRoadBQ confirmedRace details
May 2, 2027BougeBouge Festival & Île Perrot MarathonPincourt, QCRoadVerify BQRace details
May 7–9, 2027Fredericton MarathonFredericton, NBRoadBQ confirmedRace details
May 30, 2027Tamarack Homes Ottawa International MarathonOttawa, ONRoadBQ confirmedRace details

Planning for 2027? Only races with an announced 2027 date are included so far. More dates will appear as organizers publish them.

Choosing a Canadian marathon for a Boston qualifying attempt

A flat profile helps, but BQ planning starts with the course being eligible. After that, race-day weather, turns, surface, pacing groups and travel stress can matter just as much.

  • Course status
    Confirm the current 42.195 km course and certification.
  • Surface
    Road courses are usually easier to pace evenly than technical trail races.
  • Weather
    Cooler fall races can be attractive, but wind and rain still matter.
  • Race setup
    Pacers and runners near your goal pace can make a long solo effort easier.

For more qualifying-race options, use the Boston Qualifier Marathon Finder.

How to choose the right Canadian marathon

  1. Pick the season first. Count back roughly 16 to 20 weeks. A spring marathon can mean winter long runs, while a fall marathon usually puts the biggest training weeks in summer.
  2. Match the course to the goal. For a time goal, favour a certified road course and predictable pacing. For a trail or destination race, compare climbing, footing and cutoff times instead.
  3. Check travel before paying. Look at flights or driving time, hotel availability and the race’s transfer or refund rules.
  4. Open the race site before registering. Confirm the final start date, start time, course map, time limit and current registration status.
  5. Choose the race you will actually enjoy training for. A slightly slower race that fits your schedule can be a better choice than a “perfect” course that makes the whole training block harder.

More marathon planning tools

Marathon FinderCompare more races by location, timing and race goal. USA Marathon CalendarSearch upcoming U.S. marathons by state, month and goal. Boston Qualifier MarathonsFocus on races for a BQ attempt.

Canada Marathon Calendar FAQ

What races are included in this calendar?

This calendar includes Canadian events with a solo marathon-distance race of about 42 to 42.2 km. Trail and loop marathons are included when there is a standalone marathon option. Relay-only and ultra-only events are left out.

Which Canadian marathons can be used to qualify for Boston?

Use the BQ confirmed filter as a starting point. It is still worth checking the organizer’s current course page before registering because routes and certification can change.

Why do some races say “Verify BQ”?

That means the marathon distance is current, but current Boston qualifier wording or course certification was not clear enough to label it confirmed. If Boston is the goal, verify it with the race organizer first.

Are all 2027 Canadian marathon dates listed?

No. Only 2027 dates that have already been announced are shown. More dates will appear as organizers publish them.

Can a sold-out marathon still appear here?

Yes. Sold-out races can still be useful for planning, and some organizers use waitlists or approved bib transfers. Check the current race page to see what options are available.

Is a trail marathon a good choice for a BQ attempt?

Usually not. Trail races are better compared by climbing, footing, technical difficulty and time on feet. If your main goal is a BQ or personal best, start with the road and BQ filters.

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