Cape Breton Fiddlers Marathon Event

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Cape Breton Fiddlers Marathon Event
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Sydney & Area

Oct 17 – Oct 18

from $45

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The Cape Breton Fiddlers Marathon is located on the beautiful island of Cape Breton, along Sydney’s waterfront. Known for its “Giant Fiddle”, Sydney is full of vibrant, friendly runners who will welcome you with a smile. This flat, paved course runs along Sydney’s downtown waterfront and serves as a Boston Marathon qualifying race.

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20 Ortona Drive, Sydney, Nova Scotia

1-902-595-4681

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Oct 17 8:00 AM

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