The Valley Harvest Marathon is a signature running event in the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia held during the Thanksgiving weekend, celebrating its 33rd year in 2025. Participants enjoy scenic valley routes with stunning views of apple orchards, horse farms, and gently rolling terrain. The event features a participant shirt, personalized race bib (if registered by September 24), a commemorative medal, and chip timing.

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Races include distances from 5KM and Youth Run up to an Ultra Marathon (50KM), all on road surfaces. The marathon course is certified and serves as a Boston Qualifier, offering a memorable running experience in autumn's harvest season.

• All races are on road surfaces
• Full Marathon course is 42.2KM and certified Boston Qualifier
• Ultra Marathon covers 50KM through towns in Annapolis Valley
• Terrain features gently rolling hills
• Scenic autumn harvest setting
• Moderate humidity expected
• Typical mid-October temperatures with highs around 13°C (55°F) and lows near 3°C (37°F)

• Participant shirt included
• Personalized race bib if registered by 5:00 PM on September 24, 2025
• Valley Harvest Marathon medal
• Chip timed races
• Ultra Marathon is Nova Scotia’s only road ultra marathon
• Scenic routes featuring apple orchards and horse farms
• Early start option available for Full and Ultra Marathons