Queen City Marathon
Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
The Queen City Marathon draws approximately 1,500 finishers each September on an urban road in Regina, Canada. Prairie flatness makes it a naturally even-paced marathon. The route passes prairie-capital boulevards, Wascana-area roads, and long straight Saskatchewan sections. The course is very flat throughout.
Queen City Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Queen City Marathon 2026 race day
The next Queen City Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 6 September 2026 with a 8:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 50 m of climbing on a very flat layout.
Queen City Marathon course route
Starts and finishes in Regina. The route passes prairie-capital boulevards, Wascana-area roads, and long straight Saskatchewan sections. Prairie-capital straightaways invite negative splits, with Wascana Centre spectators cheering along the lake loop.
Queen City Marathon elevation profile
The Queen City Marathon course is very flat over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 50 metres of climbing and 50 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.
Entry requirements
The Queen City Marathon uses open online registration at runqueencity.com with no ballot or qualifying time for the general field. Sign-up for the September race typically opens the previous year and places are allocated first-come, first-served. Charity bibs are available through partner organisations when general entry closes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Queen City Marathon elevation profile?
- The Queen City Marathon has 50 metres of total climbing and 50 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is very flat, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
- How long is the Queen City Marathon?
- The Queen City Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes in Regina.
- What time does the Queen City Marathon start?
- The 2026 Queen City Marathon starts at 8:00 am local time on Sunday, 6 September 2026. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on runqueencity.com/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Queen City Marathon start and finish?
- Starts and finishes in Regina. Updated course maps are published at https://runqueencity.com/ each year.
- When is the Queen City Marathon and how do I register?
- Queen City Marathon is typically held in September. Registration opens through https://runqueencity.com/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
- Is the Queen City Marathon course flat?
- Yes. Queen City Marathon is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.
- What landmarks does the Queen City Marathon pass?
- The route passes prairie-capital boulevards, Wascana-area roads, and long straight Saskatchewan sections.
- What weather should runners expect at Queen City Marathon?
- Usually mild with dry air and some prairie wind.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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