Trail Running calendar near Blackwood 2026-2027

Run The Maine in Castlemaine, Victoria on 25 September 2026 features a point to point half marathon with a steam train start, plus a 10 km Walmer Forest loop and a 5 km out and back through the botanical gardens.

Trail races at Mount Macedon with multiple distances from 10 km to 50 km across foggy mountain tracks; start and finish are at the top carpark BBQ area and course maps and GPS files are provided.

A two day off road festival in the Macedon Ranges combining gravel races, cyclocross exhibitions and a short trail run, plus camping, live music and a Bush Beer Mile in Lancefield, Victoria.

An elimination hill repeat event in Pyalong where up to 300 competitors run a 4.2 km, 300 m-elevation circuit every hour until one remains; cash prizes, live results and a global livestream are part of the weekend program.

An obstacle course event at Wildwood Rock Enduro in Melbourne on 28 November 2026 with 5 km and 10 km options, team and Elite entries, location‑specific obstacles and finisher items.

An afternoon and evening trail run at You Yangs with multiple distances on a supported 5 km loop, including night running under headtorches. The event supports Canteen with donations per participant.

On November 29, 2026 the Lara Fun Run & Walk offers access to Serendip Sanctuary trails with 10km, 5km and a 1km Kids Dash, starting and finishing at Pirra Homestead and awarding a medal to every finisher.

The The O'Keefe Challenge will take place in Heathcote on Monday 30 November 2026.

A loop-based event on a 2.5 km circuit at Woodlands Park with fixed distances and an unlimited laps option, raising funds for Living Legends and Canteen.

A New Years Eve trail run in the You Yangs with distances from 5 km to 50 km and a 6 hour option, offering a headtorch 5 km loop and views of fireworks across Melbourne to Geelong and the Ballerine Peninsula.

A 5K obstacle-course fun run in Myrniong on 23 January 2027 with more than 25 obstacles, foam, mud pits and a kids zone; entry includes event amenities and the festival area.

A three-race evening running series in Melbourne at The Zoo, Princes Park, and The Tan, with collectible medals for every finisher, live music, food trucks, and fundraising options for participants.

A backyard ultra at Maribyrnong Valley Park where runners repeat a 6.7 km loop every hour until one remains. Options include set Yard distances and an open unlimited category, with proceeds supporting Canteen.

A family organised coastal trail event on the Bellarine Peninsula offering a half marathon, a 10.5 km and a 4 km community run, with medals for all finishers and a focus on exercise and children's mental health.

Geelong River Run on 28 February 2027 offers 10 km and 5 km run or run/walk options along the Barwon River at Barwon Valley Park. Finishers receive a medal and the event supports River's Gift for SIDS research.

Trail runs at Brimbank Park offer distances from 2 km to 50 km with downloadable maps and GPX files. Fees include GST and may incur booking or on day admin charges. The event includes a team challenge and supports Canteen.

The Goldrush Trail Runs will take place in Sailors Falls on Saturday 8 May 2027. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.