Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A three-race twilight running series in Melbourne at The Zoo, Princes Park and The Tan. Each finisher receives a collectible medal and evenings feature live music, food trucks and post-run gatherings.

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.

The Cradle Mountain Run is a classic 78 km wilderness adventure along Tasmania's Overland Track. The next event takes place in February 2027, with entries opening the previous October. Please be mindful of seasonal track access regulations..

A coastal trail and beach running event in Robe, South Australia offering marathon, half marathon, 14 km, 5 km and a kids race with finishers medals and podium trophies.

A five-kilometre obstacle run at Sirromet Winery in Mount Cotton, Brisbane, featuring 25+ obstacles, large foam zones using 2.5 million cubic feet of foam, and a family-oriented festival area with a free kids zone, food vendors and a licens..

John Forrest Trail Run on 7 February 2027 at Cnr Flora & Park Rd, Hovea offers two trail distances, 13 km and 4.3 km. The event is run by the West Australian Marathon Club and has entry fees that vary by membership and age.

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.

A twilight trail event on the Yaberoo Budjara Heritage Trail in Joondalup on 13 February 2027. Distances run from 5 km to 50 km with kids races, three manned aid stations and an Event Village at Burns Beach Road.

Round 6 of the SEQ Trail Running Series is at Wyaralong Dam on 14 February 2027 with an 8.9 km short course and a 13.9 km long course. The event is timed, offers race photos, on-site coffee and a post-race charity barbecue.

A three day trail running weekend at Mount Buller Alpine Village featuring races from a 10 km family run to multi day ultra options, an 8 km night run with live music and mountainous courses with significant elevation.

Run the Lighthouse at Tidal River on 20 February 2027 offers trail runs from 6 km to 75 km across beaches, coastal tracks and Mt Oberon with unmarked navigation and mandatory gear requirements.

Takayna Trail is an ultramarathon fundraiser in north west Tasmania that explores ancient rainforests and varied terrain. Runners choose from short, mid distance or long courses while camping and weekend meals are provided.

An evening trail event at Lark Hill, Port Kennedy, featuring a 3 km looped spectator-friendly course and multiple distances from a 3 km kids run to a 50 km race, plus a staged multi-distance option and evening entertainment.

A single day 21 km return trek to the summit of Mount Bogong with 1,410 metres of climb in the first 9 km. Entries are capped at 350 and the event supports local community groups including the BNSC Search and Rescue.

A community run along the Barwon River offering 10 km and 5 km options, finisher medals and personalised bibs for early entrants. The event supports River's Gift to raise funds for SIDS research.

A trail running event in Belair National Park offering 5 km to 50 km distances, with close to 1500 metres ascent in the marathon and nearly 1800 metres in the 50 km ultra.

Round 7 of the SEQ Trail Running Series at Ewen Maddock Dam offers two trail distances, professional timing and photos, a post-race charity BBQ and coffee, and series points for club and individual rankings.

Trail running in Pennant Hills NSW on 28 February 2027 with 6.5 km, 12 km and 17 km courses, kids athletics and an event village offering food, performers and retail stalls.

A coastal multi-distance adventure in North West Tasmania on February 28, 2026. Events range from 25 km to 101 km with team options and a final 25 km leg that crosses private land and coastal landscapes.

A three day trail running festival in Warburton, Victoria from 6 to 8 March 2027 offering multiple distances including a 50 km ultra, 27 km and 22 km races, night runs, a lilo derby and multiday weekend options.