Montreal Marathon

Registration is open to everyone through the Race Roster platform. Entry opens March 31, 2026, and stays open until the race fills. Groups of 12 or more can register together at a 10% discount, and the race also supports a Run with Heart charity program.

Yes, it is a certified Boston qualifier. Keep in mind the BQ rate is quite low, which reflects a rolling course that rewards disciplined pacing. Meeting the standard here is achievable but takes a well-run race.

The time limit is 6 hours.

The course is nearly flat on a net basis, but it accumulates over 600 feet of gain across the point-to-point route. The rolling terrain is spread throughout rather than concentrated in one section, so expect to run by effort rather than relying on a consistently flat road.

Recent editions have finished around 3,700 runners in the marathon, which is a mid-sized field. It's large enough for a proper race atmosphere but small enough that corrals and water stations stay manageable.

October race days in Montreal typically start in the low-to-mid 40s Fahrenheit and warm into the mid-60s by afternoon. Dress in layers you can shed early, and plan for a cool start and a comfortable but not cold finish.

The race starts at Parc Jean-Drapeau on Île Sainte-Hélène and finishes at Parc Maisonneuve. Both venues are accessible by Montreal's metro system, which makes getting to the start and returning from the finish straightforward without needing a car.