Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

This ultramarathon festival takes place over six days at scenic Thorndon Park near Adelaide. The event also features shorter 24, 48, and 72-hour race options within the same venue.

Ridgy-Didge is a trail running event at Ridgeway Oval on 27 September 2026 offering three courses from 3km to 13km through silver peppermint forest with mountain views and a visit to Ridgeway Dam.

A 56 km trail race on the Yurrebilla Trail near Adelaide that crosses national parks and conservation reserves, with support stops, organised drop bag locations and bus transport from the finish to the start.

Trail running in Beechworth on 3 October 2026 with point to point 30 km and looped 15 km and 5 km courses around Lake Sambell. The family focused event includes on course aid stations, alcohol free beer and a free beer for over 18s.

A two day trail running and walking festival at Rokeby Recreation Reserve that raises funds for Aus Hair of the Dog Rescue Inc. Distances range from 2 km to 50 km and many categories allow dogs to run alongside participants.

A backyard ultra at the Toowoomba Showgrounds where runners complete repeating 6.706 kilometre laps each hour until one remains. The event is scheduled for October 3, 2026 and coincides with the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers.

A multi-distance running event on 4 October 2026 in Latrobe, Tasmania, following the Coastal Pathway across three municipalities. Distances range from 10 km up to 100 km, with a 64 km option offered as both solo and team relay.

A trail running festival at the old Portland Cement Works offering 2 km kids, 5 km, 10 km and a half marathon, plus a Trail Boss challenge across single track and access roads around The Foundations.

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.

Test your endurance at the SA Athletics Stadium on a flat refurbished track. With distances from 30 km to a 24 hour challenge, this event offers constant trackside support and the chance to set official records.

Run on historic trails in the Tumbarumba region. This October weekend event features trail races from 11km to 100km, plus a relay. Courses consist largely of singletrack through native bushland.

A coastal 5 km obstacle race at WIN Stadium on 10 October 2026, with 20 obstacles that run through bleachers and extensive stair sections. Event options include a kids race, spectator pass and a new two person Spartan Doubles heat.

Experience a challenging trail run through Dinden National Park with three course distances ranging from 3 km to 19 km. Enjoy stunning ridge views and technical descents followed by post race food and camping in the national park.

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..

Final On the Trails race at Mount Bold on 11 October 2026 incorporates the SA Trail Championships and includes distances from a kids run up to a 35 km extra long course. Longer races attract UTMB points.

A trail event in Mapleton on 17 October 2026 with 100 km, 50 km and 21 km courses along the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk; mandatory safety gear, drop-bag service and prizes are provided, and the 100 km is a Western States qualifier.

Trail running in the Dandenong Ranges with multiple distances from a 1.23 km kids race to a 46 km double loop, courses include notable climbs and some categories require mandatory gear.

True Grit at Linga Longa Estate offers military inspired obstacle courses on October 17 and 18, 2026, with 10km and 5km options, an elite timed race, on site camping, facilities and podium prizes for top finishers.

Experience the hilly trails and 200 stairs of Manning Park while supporting education through local scholarships. Enjoy views of Rottnest Island on this volunteer led 5km or 10km run and walk.

A community run in Kings Park with distances from a 300 m kids dash to 15 km, organised by the West Australian Marathon Club and including a pancake breakfast for entrants.