November 13, 2026 - Start planning your Marathon weekend now, from the moment you leave home to Saturday’s fireworks and Sunday’s lasagna! The schedule prepared by our team will help you figure out when to hit the road and when to hit the trails!

New this year: Take advantage of our start waves to plan your ski adventure your way! Feel like taking it easy? No problem, you can do that! Want to wait for your buddy who’s taking forever to squeeze into his brand-new, way-too-tight ski boots? No problem, you can do that too! Want to go all out and be among the first to hit the trails? No problem, that’s possible too!

Start your schedule here.

Getting Ready for the Ski Season: Éric Pérusse’s Guide
For many of us, the Marathon will be our first major cross-country skiing event. Whether it’s technique, equipment, or maintenance, Éric invites us to explore the aspects of our sport that can still seem mysterious to beginners.

From choosing the right skis and clothing to mastering the basics of waxing, this well-crafted article walks you through everything you need to know to get ready for the season.

Read the article here.