Valley Harvest Marathon

Wolfville, NS, Canada · October 11, 2026

38°·48° high·Light·Dry

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38°at start

58° high

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Cool morning, gradual warm-up

Runners will face a chilly start at 39°F, gradually warming to 56°F. Winds will be light, peaking at 10 mph from the W. With humidity at 67%, hydration is essential, especially as temperatures rise. It's advisable to start conservatively and adjust pacing as conditions improve.

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The Valley Harvest Marathon runs each Thanksgiving weekend in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, in the Annapolis Valley. The 2026 race is the 34th annual edition. All distances start and finish at Acadia University's Raymond Field and pass through the valley's orchards, farms, and wineries. The full marathon course is a certified Boston Qualifier and Abbott World Marathon Majors Wanda Age Group Qualifier route. Source

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Race weekend

Sunday, October 11

7:30 AMUltra (31.1 mi)

7:30 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

7:45 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

8:00 AM10K (6.2 mi)

8:15 AM5K (3.1 mi)

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Valley Harvest Marathon?

The 2026 Valley Harvest Marathon will be held on Sunday October 11, 2026.

Is the Valley Harvest Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Valley Harvest Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Valley Harvest Marathon?

The time limit for the Valley Harvest Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Valley Harvest Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 58°F and a low of 38°F with a 2% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 5 years of data

Avg Temp

47°F

L:42° H:54°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

40%

2 of 5 yrs

Wind5mph

Dew43°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Valley Harvest Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	40°/53°	-	41°
2024 Valley Harvest Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2024	42°/49°	-	37°
2023 Valley Harvest Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2023	63°/66°	Light	62°
2022 Valley Harvest Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2022	34°/49°	Light	35°
2021 Valley Harvest Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2021	33°/51°	-	37°

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