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Hoot! Hoot! Calling all night owls, this race is for you. The Night Owl 5KM is a family-friendly running/walking event that occurs… you guessed it… at night.
In its 6th year, this run will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at the picturesque Point Pleasant Park.
Space is limited, so sign up early. In owl seriousness, you don't want to miss this race. It's going to be a hoot!
Registration includes:
Night Owl branded swag
Personalized race bib (if registered by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, February 25, 2026)
Night Owl medal
Chip-timed race
Kit Pick Up Information:
Date Time Location
Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM Aerobics First, 6166 Quinpool Road, Halifax
Friday, March 20, 2026 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM Aerobics First, 6166 Quinpool Road, Halifax
All prices are inclusive of 14% HST and an online processing fee.
Ready to discover the magic of Halifax while pounding the pavement? 🏃♂️ The Blue Nose Marathon invites you to push your limits in one of the most beautiful running events in Canada! Whether you're a young runner or a seasoned marathoner, there's a distance for you: from 2 km for children to the full marathon (and even in relay)!
Run Like HECS 2026 is the fourth annual event for our non-profit preschool, Halifax Early Childhood School. Every year we raise funds to grow and maintain our special school, while hosting a running event for families, competitive runners, and people of all ages and abilities.
Races: Saturday, June 6 at Point Pleasant Park (Lower parking lot, by Black Rock Beach). Rain or Shine!
9:00am-11:00am (individual event times TBD)
9:00am: Adult 5km run/walk begins
9:40am: 400m children's run/dash begins
10:00am: 1 km children's race begins
11:00am - BYO picnic by the ocean
Prizes available for top male and female finishers of the 5km race, and all children participating will be entered to win a series of draw prizes.
Bib Pick-up (for those who want to get their bib before race day) Friday, June 5, 2026, 4-6 pm, at the Running Room on Spring Garden Rd. in Halifax (5514 Spring Garden Rd., Ph: (902) 420-0774)
The Medavie Blue Nose Marathon is the largest annual running and walking event in Atlantic Canada! Known as “The People's Marathon”, the Blue Nose Marathon welcomes participants of all ages and abilities to celebrate healthy living and active lifestyles.
Now in it’s 24^th year, join one of Halifax’s most anticipated community events this May 21 – 23, 2027.
Registration includes:
Blue Nose Marathon Expo presented by Subaru
Routes with stunning views of Halifax and Dartmouth
Participant shirt
Personalized race bib with your name (if registered by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, April 28, 2027)
Blue Nose Marathon medal (or two if you're doublin' up)
Chip-timed race
Entry to win a trip for two to the Run Barbados Marathon & Wellness Weekend.
Kit Pick Up Information:
Date Time Location
Friday, May 21, 2027 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Zatzman Sportsplex, 110 Wyse Road, Dartmouth
Saturday, May 22, 2027 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Zatzman Sportsplex, 110 Wyse Road, Dartmouth
All prices are inclusive of 14% HST and an online processing fee.
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