2026 Cape Breton Fiddlers Marathon

The 2026 Cape Breton Fiddlers Marathon takes over Sydney, Nova Scotia on October 18, 2026. Runners can choose from the marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, or kids run. Expect a flat, paved course along Sydney’s downtown waterfront, with all races starting and finishing at Victoria Park. The marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifying race, and live local music adds a distinctly Cape Breton race-day feel.

The route begins and ends at Victoria Park in Sydney’s historic waterfront area and follows a flat, paved road course along the downtown waterfront. Runners can expect a fast, straightforward layout with local music and cheering adding to the race-day atmosphere.

• Flat, paved road course along Sydney’s downtown waterfront
• All races start and finish at Victoria Park
• Marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and kids run options
• Boston Marathon qualifying marathon
• Live local music along the route
• A lively Sydney race-day atmosphere
• Family-friendly weekend with a kids run