Dartmouth Natal Day Road Races 2026
- Date Mon 3rd August 2026
- Location Dartmouth, NS
- Price $18.47 - $40.06
- Races 4 races
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running at the 2026 Dartmouth Natal Day Road Races, taking place on Monday, August 3, 2026, in beautiful Halifax! Celebrating its 120th edition, this historic event is a beloved tradition during the Natal Day weekend and ranks among the oldest road races in North America. Whether you're a competitive runner, a casual jogger, or a walker, there’s a place for you in this fun and family-friendly atmosphere.
Participants can choose between two exhilarating race distances: a 2-mile loop and a 6-mile challenge, both of which will take you around the scenic Sullivan's Pond and vibrant Downtown Dartmouth. The race will start and finish at Christ Church on Ochterloney Street, and this year’s course has been thoughtfully modified to ensure a smooth experience while avoiding construction. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this fantastic event—register now and follow our social media channels for all the latest updates!
Participants can choose between two exhilarating race distances: a 2-mile loop and a 6-mile challenge, both of which will take you around the scenic Sullivan's Pond and vibrant Downtown Dartmouth. The race will start and finish at Christ Church on Ochterloney Street, and this year’s course has been thoughtfully modified to ensure a smooth experience while avoiding construction. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this fantastic event—register now and follow our social media channels for all the latest updates!
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2026 Dartmouth Natal Day Road Races.
Welcome to the 120th Edition of the Dartmouth Natal Day Road Races. The Dartmouth Natal Day Road Races will be held on Monday August 3, 2026. Our race is a long time tradition of the Natal Day weekend and is one of the oldest road races in North America. Competitive runners, recreational runners and walkers are all encouraged to participate. We take pride in being a fun and affordable event for the entire family. The race will start and finish at Christ Church on Ochterloney Street and follow a 2 mile loop course around Sullivan's Pond & Downtown Dartmouth. (Note - The 2026 course has been modified to avoid construction, and will follow the same route as the 2025 course.)Course Map: https://www.nataldayroadrace.ca/course-map.htmlBoth races distances, 2 miles and 6 miles, are on the 2026 Run Nova Scotia Road Race Series.Follow our Instagram and Facebook pages for updates and other important information about the Dartmouth Natal Day Road Races.
2026 Dartmouth Natal Day Road Races.
Welcome to the 120th Edition of the Dartmouth Natal Day Road Races. The Dartmouth Natal Day Road Races will be held on Monday August 3, 2026. Our race is a long time tradition of the Natal Day weekend and is one of the oldest road races in North America. Competitive runners, recreational runners and walkers are all encouraged to participate. We take pride in being a fun and affordable event for the entire family. The race will start and finish at Christ Church on Ochterloney Street and follow a 2 mile loop course around Sullivan's Pond & Downtown Dartmouth. (Note - The 2026 course has been modified to avoid construction, and will follow the same route as the 2025 course.)Course Map: https://www.nataldayroadrace.ca/course-map.htmlBoth races distances, 2 miles and 6 miles, are on the 2026 Run Nova Scotia Road Race Series.Follow our Instagram and Facebook pages for updates and other important information about the Dartmouth Natal Day Road Races.
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61 Dundas Street, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
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