Night Owl 5km

The Night Owl 5KM is owned and operated by the Blue Nose Marathon, a registered non-profit organization based in Nova Scotia. Launched in 2021 in response to the challenges of the global pandemic, the event was created to keep the community active, connected, and moving.

Now in its sixth year, the Night Owl 5KM is a family-friendly running and walking event that kicks off the racing season each March with a truly unique nocturnal experience. Participants take to the trails of Halifax’s iconic Point Pleasant Park after dark, lighting up the night as they move through the park together.

Taking place on Saturday, March 21, 2026 ay 7:30pm, this one-of-a-kind event invites participants of all ages and abilities to experience Point Pleasant Park like never before. Located at the southern tip of the Halifax peninsula, the historic 75-hectare wooded park offers beautiful, winding trails that come alive under the glow of headlamps and costumes.

Join the flock and light up the park this spring at the 6th Annual Night Owl 5KM.