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2026 Annual Stewart McKelvey Fredericton Marathon Race Weekend

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Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

calendar_today 10 May, 2026

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About the Event

The 2026 Stewart McKelvey Fredericton Marathon Race Weekend is a premier East Coast athletic event scheduled for May 8–10, 2026, in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Renowned for its flat and fast course along the Saint John River, it has been named the "Best Boston Qualifier" by Canadian Running Magazine and serves as a certified qualifying course for the Boston Marathon. The weekend features a comprehensive range of distances, from youth fun runs to a full marathon, and includes the prestigious Elite 5k—the only race east of Quebec City included in the Athletics Canada Road Race Label program.

Race Distance	Primary Race Day	Event Highlights
Elite 5k	Saturday, May 9 (8:00 AM)	$8,000 Cash Purse; Athletics Canada Label
42.2k Marathon	Sunday, May 10 (7:00 AM)	Boston Qualifier; 6-hour cut-off time
21.1k / 10k / 5k	May 9 – May 10	Open to runners and walkers
Youth Fun Runs	Saturday, May 9	200m, 500m, and 1000m distances

Fredericton is the capital of New Brunswick, with a population of approximately 63,000 residents. Known as the "City of Stately Elms," it boasts a high concentration of educational and cultural institutions, including the University of New Brunswick. The demographic profile is primarily of European descent (roughly 82% White), with a growing international student and immigrant population. The median annual household income is approximately CA$74,000. Geographically, the race course is remarkably flat, utilizing the city's extensive trail system and riverfront roads. The climate in early May is ideal for distance running, with average temperatures in Fredericton ranging from a low of 5°C to a high of 16°C, though coastal moisture can occasionally bring morning fog.

Every registered participant receives a personalized bib, a runner's tech shirt, and a finisher medal, with hydration and nutrition provided at the finish line. The event emphasizes safety with certified Red Cross First Aid support and road closures managed by the Fredericton Police Force. Crucially, no race kit pickup is available on Sunday, May 10th; all kits must be collected on Friday or Saturday at the event hub on Aberdeen Street. For elite inquiries or specific questions regarding the 6-hour marathon cut-off, participants can reach the co-race director, Christine Little, at 506-440-6338.

Races Offered

5K Run/Walk

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Others, Running

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08:00

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$67.83

10K Run/Walk

May 10, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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07:00

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$87.50

21.1K Run/Walk

May 10, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Others, Running

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07:00

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$98.42

42.2K Marathon

May 10, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Others, Running

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07:00

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$109.35

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Fredericton.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 6.6° / 17.6°

wb_sunny 3.2° / 14.3°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.0 /

water_drop 70.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 6.6° / 17.6°

wb_sunny 3.2° / 14.3°

air 12.0 km/h

water_drop 70.2%

About Fredericton

Learn more about the host city, Fredericton.

Fredericton is the capital of New Brunswick, Canada. It is located along the St. John River. Fredericton is the cultural, artistic and educational centre of the province. Fredericton is home to two universities - the University of New Brunswick and the liberal arts-focused St. Thomas University.