2026 McNabs Half Marathon

The 2026 McNabs Half Marathon brings runners to McNabs Island for a trail day with a strong coastal identity. Runners travel to and from the island by speed boat, follow the event's Fort to Fort theme, and can choose from 7K, 14K, or half marathon options in the same island setting.

Urban Trail Racing positions McNabs as an approachable trail experience for runners making the jump from road to trail. The event also builds in a post-race beach social and sits within a race series that supports local park associations and Halifax Search and Rescue.

The race uses looped island trail routes based near the visitor centre at McNab's Beach. The half marathon is run as three loops, with the shorter distances using the same island course setting. Urban Trail Racing presents the day with a Fort to Fort theme, and the island access by speed boat adds to the event's distinct feel before and after the run.

• Speed boat transport to and from McNabs Island
• Fort to Fort trail-race theme
• Post-race beach social
• Approachable trail course for runners transitioning from road to trail
• Part of an Urban Trail Racing series that supports local park associations and Halifax Search and Rescue
• 7K, 14K, and half marathon distances
• Start area beside the visitor centre near McNab's Beach