Gold Coast Running Festival
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Organiser: The Event Crew
The von Bibra Mitsubishi Gold Coast Running Festival, held on Sunday, 26 April 2026 at Cbus Super Stadium in Robina, QLD, is a premier running event celebrating its 15th anniversary. Participants can enjoy a fast, safe, and fully closed road circuit designed for all levels of runners and walkers.
Race options include the Garmin 3/4 Marathon (31 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10 km, 5 km, 2.5 km, and 1 km fun run/walk, offering distances suitable for serious athletes, casual runners, and families alike.
This festival welcomes everyone—from competitive runners aiming for a personal best to parents and children seeking a fun, active day together in the beautiful Gold Coast sunshine.
Distances:
Kids' 1K
2.5K
5K
10K
Half Marathon
3/4 Marathon (31K)
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