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Legs for Literacy

October 3, 2027 · 8:00 AMMoncton, New Brunswick, Canada
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Race Day

48°F

46–64°F · Feels cool

Total elevation gain

394ft

Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft

Crowd Rating

5/ 10

Good crowd energy

The Lowdown

Legs for Literacy is a charity race weekend in Moncton, New Brunswick, that raises money for literacy organizations in the community. It has been run as the Medavie Legs for Literacy since the sponsor's three-year partnership began. The marathon starts at Main Street and Canada Street and follows a certified course through Moncton, Riverview and Dieppe along the Petitcodiac River. The marathon is a Boston Qualifier and a New Brunswick Provincial Championship event. A half marathon, 10K and 5K run on the same morning, with a kids' 1K run on the Saturday before. The 2026 edition took place on October 4; the 2027 date follows the event's first-Sunday-of-October pattern and will be confirmed when registration opens. Registration is online only through Race Roster, with no race-day sign-up.

Questions about the Legs for Literacy 2027

When is the Legs for Literacy 2027?

Sunday, October 3, 2027.

Where is the Legs for Literacy?

Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada.

What time does the Legs for Literacy start?

The race starts at 8:00 AM, local time.

How do I enter the Legs for Literacy 2027?

Registration has not opened yet. Ways in: Online registration through Race Roster only; no race-day registration.

How much does the Legs for Literacy 2027 cost?

Marathon: CA$108.42.

What is the Legs for Literacy elevation gain?

120 m (394 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Relatively flat course.

What is the weather like at the Legs for Literacy?

Race-day temperatures are usually 8–18 °C (46–64 °F). Feels cool.

Is the Legs for Literacy a Boston qualifier?

Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.

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