

Emera Blue Nose Marathon 2025
Date
May 17, 2025
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Events
The Emera Blue Nose Marathon, known as "The People's Marathon," is the largest annual running and walking event in Atlantic Canada. Established in 2004, it promotes healthy living and active lifestyles, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities.
Held in Halifax, the event features multiple races including a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, team relay, and youth runs, offering something for every runner and walker.
Race Schedule
Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing
Emera Blue Nose Marathon 2025 - Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run 4K
Road
Boston Qualifier
Emera Blue Nose Marathon 2025 - Virtual Run
Virtual
Boston Qualifier
Emera Blue Nose Marathon 2025 - Double Up
Road
Boston Qualifier
Emera Blue Nose Marathon 2025 - Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run 2K
Road
Boston Qualifier
Emera Blue Nose Marathon 2025 - Purple Cow 5KM
The 5K event of the Blue Nose Marathon weekend—accessible distance and friendly for all levels.
Road
Boston Qualifier
Emera Blue Nose Marathon 2025 - Emera Blue Nose Marathon
The signature full marathon at the Emera Blue Nose Marathon, 'The People's Marathon', traversing scenic Halifax and Dartmouth.
Road
Boston Qualifier
Emera Blue Nose Marathon 2025 - Strum Consulting Team Relay
A relay marathon event where teams together tackle the Blue Nose Marathon course.
Road
Boston Qualifier
Emera Blue Nose Marathon 2025 - GoodLife FITNESS 10KM
The official 10k event at the Blue Nose Marathon, offering runners a fast, scenic road course.
Road
Boston Qualifier
Emera Blue Nose Marathon 2025 - Medavie Half Marathon
The official half marathon of the Blue Nose Marathon, crossing landmarks of Halifax and Dartmouth.
Road
Boston Qualifier
Course Details
- Start and finish at the Emera Oval in Halifax
- Course passes through Halifax and Dartmouth, crossing Macdonald Bridge
- Rolling hills and scenic views including Citadel Hill and Point Pleasant Park
- Road surface throughout
- Moderate temperatures in May (10–20°C) with 40–60% humidity
Race Highlights
- Largest annual running and walking event in Atlantic Canada
- Multiple race distances: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Team Relay, Youth Runs
- Scenic course crossing the Macdonald Bridge with views of Citadel Hill and Halifax Harbour
- Known as "The People's Marathon"
- Welcomes all ages and abilities
RACE DAY COUNTDOWN
175
Days
175
Hours
175
Minutes
Date
May 17, 2025
Season
Spring (March-May)
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Avg Temp
Mild (10-20°C)
Avg Humidity
Moderate (40-60%)