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6 Inch Trail Marathon
The 6 Inch Trail Marathon on December 21, 2025, is an annual 46km ultramarathon, taking runners from North Dandalup to Dwellingup in Western Australia. This 46km running event utilizes a portion of the 1000km-long Munda Biddi Trail (meaning "path through the forest" in the Noongar Aboriginal language). Originally designed as a world-class cycle trail, the wide trails are also ideal...
New Years Eve Rock Around the Clock
Organiser: TrailsPlus
Celebrate New Year's Eve with the Rock Around the Clock night trail race on 31 December 2025 at You Yangs Regional Park, Victoria. Experience a unique evening running event that combines fitness and breathtaking scenery. Participants will run on a safe, supported 5km loop under headtorch, with shorter distances completed before sunset and longer routes extending into the night. After...
Lamington Classic Trail Run
Lamington Classic Trail Run – Australia’s oldest trail running event, established in 1970, returns to the stunning Lamington National Park, Queensland, on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Choose your challenge: tackle the iconic 42.2km out-and-back route from Binna Burra along the scenic Border Track to Green Mountains and back, or take on the 21.3km one-way crossing from Green Mountain to Binna...
Two Bays Trail Run
The Two Bays Trail Run on Sunday, 11 January 2026 offers an exhilarating ultra-distance trail running experience on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula. Participants can choose between a 28km single crossing or a 56km double crossing, traversing diverse and scenic terrain from Dromana on Port Phillip Bay to Cape Schanck on Bass Strait. The course features a challenging route over Arthur’s Seat,...
Queensland Tri Series 2025/26 Round 4: Robina
Organiser: The Event Crew
The Queensland Triathlon Series 2025/26 Round 4 will be held at Robina Parkway, Robina, QLD on Sunday, 11 January 2026. As Queensland's largest triathlon series, it offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for athletes of all ages and abilities. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including the Olympic (1500m swim, 40km bike, 10km run), Sprint (750m swim,...
Two Bays Trail Run
Organiser: Two Bays Trail Run
Two Bays Trail Run. Great holiday vibe and multi-faceted course between Dromana on the Port Phillip Bay side and Cape Schanck on the Bass Strait side. That's a 28km crossing (or 56km double crossing) of the Mornington Peninsula… and not at the skinny bit! Up and over Arthur’s Seat for fantastic rural and coastal views. Through Greens Bush, the largest...
True Blue Ultra
Formerly known as the Australia Day Ultra, the True Blue Ultra takes place on Saturday, 17 January 2026, offering a scenic and exhilarating running experience along the picturesque Leschenault Foreshore in Australind, Western Australia. The event features a unique, flat, and fast certified course, ideal for runners seeking personal bests. The 12.5km out-and-back route follows the beautiful Cathedral Drive and...
Bogong to Hotham Rooftop Run
Organiser: TrailsPlus
The Bogong to Hotham Rooftop Run on Saturday, 17 January 2026 is a demanding 64km point-to-point ultramarathon from Mountain Creek Campground to the summit of Mt Hotham in Victoria, Australia. Runners begin with a steep ascent of Mt Bogong, Victoria’s highest peak, followed by a technical descent via T-Spur to the Big River. The course then climbs Duane’s Spur to...
Beerwah at Night
Organiser: Run Queensland
Join us for Beerwah at Night on Saturday, 31 January 2026, a premier night trail running event held at the base of Mt Beerwah in the Glasshouse Mountains National Park, Queensland. Choose from three challenging distances: 10km, Half Marathon, or Marathon, with elevation gains of approximately 294m, 657m, and 1314m respectively. The marathon consists of two laps of the half...
Sandman 50
The Sandman 50, held on Sunday, 1 February 2026, is a challenging 50km beach running race from the Old Dunsborough boat ramp to Busselton Jetty and back. The route follows the shoreline closely, staying within approximately 3 metres of the water’s edge, offering runners a unique coastal experience. This event is strategically scheduled to coincide with a full moon and...
Robe Run
Organiser: Adelaide Trail Runners
Join the Robe Run on Saturday, 7 February 2026, featuring a Marathon, Half Marathon, 14km run, and a 5km fun run along the breathtaking Limestone Coast in South Australia. The full and half marathons navigate a diverse course of coastal trails, sandy beaches, and roads, including a 4km stretch along "Long Beach," acclaimed as one of Australia's finest beaches. The...
Adrenalin Quest Adventure Race
Organiser: Adventure Junkie
Adrenalin Quest, a 3-stage team adventure race, will take place in South Durras, NSW, one of Australia's most scenic coastal regions, from February 20th to 22nd, 2026. Adventure racing involves teams competing over multiple days, with each day featuring a distinct stage that combines running, biking, paddling, and navigation. Teams of two complete a leg of the race each day....
Trial Bay Triathlon
Organiser: NX Sports
The Trial Bay Triathlon will take place on Sunday, 8 February 2026, at the historic Trial Bay Gaol in beautiful South West Rocks, NSW. Participants can choose from Enticer and Sprint distances, with options available for Individuals, Relay Teams, and All In Teams, ensuring an event suited for all levels of triathletes. Celebrating its 36th anniversary, this iconic triathlon supports...
Yaberoo Trail Twilight Ultra
Organiser: Ultra Series Australia
The Yaberoo Trail Twilight Ultra takes place on Saturday, 14 February 2026, along the scenic Yaberoo Budjara Heritage Trail in Joondalup, Western Australia. This event, part of the Ultra Series WA, offers a range of distances to suit all levels, including 50km, 25km, 15km, 10km, and 5km options. Runners will start from the Burns Beach Road end, heading north through...
Tweed Coast Enduro
Organiser: NX Sports
The Tweed Coast Enduro Triathlon, held on 14 February 2026 at Philip Street Park in Pottsville, NSW, is one of Australia’s premier long-course triathlon events. It features a scenic, fast, and flat course set in a beautiful coastal location, complemented by Pottsville’s relaxed atmosphere. The Enduro distance includes a 1900m creek swim, a 90km bike ride, and finishes with a...
Australian Alpine Ascent Trail Run
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
The Australian Alpine Ascent (AAA) Trail Run takes place on 14 February 2026 in the stunning Kosciuszko National Park, NSW. This challenging event offers three race distances—80km, 55km, and 27km—across rugged mountain terrain combining road, single track, and fire trails. Runners will experience the breathtaking landscapes of the Snowy Mountains, including alpine meadows and the iconic ascent to Mount Kosciuszko,...
SMC Road Race 6
The SMC Road Race Series, organised by the Sydney Marathon Clinic, takes place monthly from September through May, with the upcoming event scheduled for Sunday, 15 February 2026. This professionally timed road race offers three distance options: 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon, accommodating runners of all levels. The race starts and finishes at Long Street Park, Smithfield, Sydney, NSW. Participation...
City Run
Organiser: GoodRunnings
Join GoodRunnings' City Run on Sunday, 15 February 2026, held at Karrawirra Parri in North Adelaide, South Australia. This scenic event takes place in the heart of the Adelaide CBD, following a 5km loop along the River Torrens that showcases several iconic Adelaide landmarks. The race starts and finishes at Karrawirra, with participants completing a full 5km loop known as...
Wilsons Prom Running Festival
Organiser: SingleTrack Events
Event Name: Wilsons Prom Running Festival Event Date: Saturday, 2 May 2026 (with events continuing on Sunday, 3 May 2026) Event Location: Wilsons Promontory National Park, VIC, Australia Event Description: The Wilsons Prom Running Festival is a premier weekend of trail running set in the stunning Wilsons Promontory National Park, just 3.5 hours from Melbourne. Renowned for its breathtaking coastal...
The Archie 50
The Archie 50 returns on Saturday, 21 February 2026, coinciding with its “big brother,” the Oscars 100 Hut 2 Hut Challenge, and its “little sister,” The Bella 10km, as part of the Hut 2 Hut Weekend at Mount Buller Alpine Village, VIC. Participants will traverse just over 50km with approximately 2,900 meters of elevation gain through the stunning Victorian Alps....
The Archie 50
The Archie 50 returns on Saturday, 21 February 2026, coinciding with its larger counterpart, the Oscars 100 Hut 2 Hut Challenge, and the shorter Bella 10km race. Participants will traverse just over 50 km with approximately 2,900 meters of elevation gain through the stunning Victorian Alps. Starting at dawn, competitors have up to 15 hours to complete this challenging course,...
Run the Lighthouse
Organiser: TrailsPlus
Run the Lighthouse takes place on Saturday, 21 February 2026, at the stunning Tidal River Campground within Wilsons Promontory National Park, Victoria. This trail running event offers a variety of distances ranging from 6km to 70km, catering to all levels of runners. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Victoria’s rugged coastline, participants will experience diverse terrain including coastal trails, pristine...
Trail Run Australia Snowy Mountains
Organiser: In2Adventure
Join the Trail Run Australia Snowy Mountains event on Sunday, 22 February 2026, hosted at the scenic Lake Crackenback Resort, Crackenback, NSW. Participants can select from multiple race distances: a challenging 50km Ultra, 30km, 21km half marathon, 12km, or 5km run. There is also a free kids' Mud Rats run designed for young trail enthusiasts. The courses showcase some of...
Tasmania's Gone Nuts 101 Adventure Race
Tasmania's Gone Nuts 101 Adventure Race takes place on Saturday, 28 February 2026, starting from the iconic landmark, The Nut in Stanley, located in Tasmania's North West. This challenging race follows a stunning coastal route, ascending through Rocky Cape National Park and traversing rugged coastal bushland and serene temperate rainforest. The course concludes in Wynyard after an exhilarating circuit around...
Tasmania's Gone Nuts 101 Adventure Race
Tasmania's Gone Nuts 101 Adventure Race takes place on Saturday, 28 February 2026, starting from the iconic The Nut at Stanley in Tasmania's North West. This challenging race follows spectacular coastlines, ascends through Rocky Cape National Park, and traverses rugged coastal bush and serene temperate rainforest. The course concludes in Wynyard, after a stunning journey around another volcanic landmark, Table...
RunningWorks Lark Hill Party Ultra
Organiser: RunningWorks
The RunningWorks Lark Hill Party Ultra takes place on Saturday, 28 February 2026, at Stake Hill, Port Kennedy, Western Australia. This unique event offers a variety of distances, including a 3 km Kids Spree, 8 km Revelry, 25 km Twilight, 50 km Wing-ding, and the 100 km Blowout ultra marathon, all held on a spectator-friendly, neon-lit 3 km loop trail....
Kingscliff Triathlon March
Organiser: NX Sports
The Kingscliff Triathlon on Sunday, 1 March 2026, is set against one of Australia's most stunning coastal backdrops at Faulks Park, Kingscliff, NSW. Known locally as the "Kingy Tri," this event offers a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere that encourages participants of all levels to get active and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or completing your...
Belair Marathon
Organiser: Ultra Series Australia
Experience the stunning natural beauty of Belair National Park at the Belair Marathon on Sunday, 1 March 2026. Situated in one of Australia’s oldest national parks, established in 1891, this premier trail running event offers a range of distances to suit all levels, including a challenging 50km Ultra Marathon, a full trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, and 5km races. The...
Run Wagga Wagga
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
Run Wagga Wagga on Saturday, 7 March 2026, is a vibrant community running event held along the scenic riverbank of the Murrumbidgee River in Wagga Wagga, NSW. Participants can select from a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, or 2km course, all featuring a mostly flat, tree-lined route that winds past the Wagga Victory Gardens and concludes at Wagga Beach. The...
King Island Imperial 20
The Hydro Tasmania King Island Imperial 20, held on Sunday, 8 March 2026, is a premier running event on King Island, located midway between Victoria and mainland Tasmania. The highlight is a challenging 32km handicapped footrace that starts in Naracoopa and finishes in Currie, taking participants along a scenic, undulating coastal route showcasing the island’s stunning landscapes. Runners can compete...
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Marathon in Australia
A marathon is a long-distance running event with an official
distance of 42.195 kilometers, usually run as a road race.
Participating in a marathon can be a challenging and rewarding
experience, and there are a few things that you can expect when
you decide to run one.
First, you will need to train for several months to build your
stamina and endurance. Training for a marathon typically involves
running several times a week, increasing the distance of your runs
over time, and incorporating other forms of exercise such as
strength training and cross-training. It's essential to be
consistent with your training and to listen to your body to avoid
injury.
On race day, you can expect a large turnout of runners and
spectators. As a result, you will need to arrive at the starting
line well before the race begins to pick up your bib and have
enough time to warm up and stretch. During the race, you will run
through a course that is typically lined with cheering spectators,
and you will likely pass several aid stations where you can grab a
drink or a snack.
After crossing the finish line, you will be greeted with cheers,
collect your medal, and enjoy the post-race festivities. You will
feel a sense of accomplishment, and it will be a moment you will
cherish for the rest of your life.