Puffing Billy Running Festival
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Description
The Puffing Billy Running Festival, held from 13 to 14 September 2025 at Puffing Billy Railway Station in Belgrave, VIC, offers a unique trail running experience where participants race against two historic steam trains through the scenic Dandenong Ranges.
On Sunday, the highlight is the challenging 13.5km ‘Classic’ race, starting from Belgrave and winding through Selby, Menzies Creek, and Emerald before finishing at the Lakeside Visitor Centre in Emerald Lake Park alongside Puffing Billy Railway. This course tests runners’ endurance across rolling hills and natural trails.
The festival weekend also features a family-friendly program on Saturday, including a 1.2km Kids’ Dash and a 5km Family Fun Run, both held in Emerald Lake Park with the exciting twist of racing against a train, creating a fun and engaging event for all ages.
Proceeds from the festival support essential heritage restoration projects for the Puffing Billy Railway, such as the preservation of the Belgrave Station Signal Box, helping to maintain this treasured steam railway for future generations.
Distances:
Saturday:
Kids' 1.2K
Family 5K
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