Presented by XACT Nutrition – Official Fuel Partner and cheering specialists
#FuelYourGoals | #MontrealRunsOnXACT
The Beneva Montréal Marathon isn’t just about racing — it’s about soaking up the city’s energy, moving through its streets with thousands of others, and celebrating every step along the way. Whether you’re running 5K or 42K, we’re here to help you fuel, recover, and enjoy the ride.
At XACT Nutrition, we don’t just hand out fruit bars — we show up with cheer squads, high-fives, and that perfect bite of energy right when you need it. So here’s your guide to making race weekend in Montréal not just successful, but seriously fun.
Where to Find Us: XACT Programming
Wednesday, August 27
Nutrition Clinic + Easy Run with CCC
Sports Experts Dix30
Fueling tips and a 4–5K community shakeout. Sign up here
Thursday, August 28
Run Party in the Park with Runin Montreal
A social, friendly evening jog with great people. Details TBA.
Thursday, September 11
HOKA x XACT Demo Night
Sports Experts – Downtown Montréal
Try gear, taste fuel, meet the experts.
Sunday, September 14
Fuel Like a Pro – Race Nutrition Workshop
Parc La Fontaine, with Runin Montreal + Boutique Courir
Friday–Saturday, September 19–20
Runner Expo – Palais des congrès (Foyer 510–511)
• Free samples
• Expert fueling advice
• Prize draw
• Sick merch
Expo Hours:
Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday, September 21 – Race Day
- Cheer Zone – Parc La Fontaine (with Runin Montreal)
- Finish Line Party Zone – Parc Maisonneuve (look for the XACT arch)
- After-Party – Siboire Notre-Dame, from 5 PM (co-hosted by Ciele & XACT)
The Race Is Only Half the Fun
Explore Jean-Talon Market for snacks and local colour, take a walk along the Lachine Canal, or start your day right with a pastry from Olive et Gourmando. Dinner the night before? Aux Vivres if you’re playing it smart, or Schwartz’s if you’re embracing the full experience.
Race Day Logistics
Start: Parc Jean-Drapeau (Espace 67)
Finish: Parc Maisonneuve
Metro: Free with your bib until 1:00 PM Sunday
Bag Check: Available from 5:30 AM at the start
Bib Pickup: At the Expo only – no pickup on race morning
On Course: Aid stations every 2–3 km, with water, electrolytes, bathrooms, and XACT ENERGY bars
Finish Line: Water, bananas, recovery zone, and yes — more bars
Download the Courons MTL App
The official Courons MTL app gives you live maps, fueling station locations, runner tracking, and updates throughout the weekend. It’s free, helpful, and worth installing before race day:
Need to Restock?
Forgot your bars? Ran out mid-weekend? No problem. Use our Store Locator to find a local retailer near your hotel or along your route. Many specialty shops across Montréal carry XACT products — so you’re never far from fuel.
After the Finish Line
Celebrate at Parc La Fontaine, walk up Mont-Royal, float at Bota Bota, or meet us at Siboire for a drink and a proper cheers.
We’re With You Every Step
This weekend is about more than running — it’s about momentum, energy, and community. We’ll be there all weekend, ready to fuel, cheer, and celebrate right alongside you.
Tag @xactnutrition and use #FuelYourGoals and #MontrealRunsOnXACT — we’ll be following, sharing, and cheering all weekend long.
See you out there!