Trail Running calendar near Castlemaine 2026-2027

Three winter trail races near Melbourne across forest, coastal and mountain terrain, each offering multiple short, medium and long distances. Race day elements include a social atmosphere with live music, coffee and food trucks.

A trail event in Blackwood on 8 August 2026 offering a **70 km** race and a shorter Berry Street Marathon option. Mandatory gear and minimum fundraising apply, and long-course entrants must meet entry experience criteria.

A community fun run on the Federation Trail with 1.5 km, 7.5 km and 15 km options, timed results, aid stations, team categories, and a post-run BBQ and drinks at the Lancefield Hotel.

Run The Maine returns to Castlemaine on 25 September 2026 with a point to point half marathon using a steam train transfer to the start, plus a 10 km 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 weekend off-road festival in Lancefield, Victoria featuring gravel rides, cyclocross, trail running, camping and a festival village with live music and food. Multiple distance options and specialty events include the Dirty Hatrick and a B..

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.

True Grit Melbourne is a military inspired obstacle event at Wildwood Rock Enduro on 28 November 2026. It features timed Elite racing plus 5 km and 10 km courses across natural terrain with many built obstacles.

This community running event in Central Victoria's Heathcote and Bendigo region celebrates fitness and nature. It was first held in 2016 and will return in 2027 after a planned revitalization.

A 5 km obstacle course event in Myrniong on January 23, 2027, featuring over 25 obstacles, extensive foam areas and a free Kids FUN Zone for children under 6. The festival includes food vendors, live music and a beer garden.

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