Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

A coastal trail event on the Mornington Peninsula with 28 km and 56 km options between Dromana and Cape Schanck. Entries for the January 2027 edition require prior qualification and follow published entrant information.

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 five kilometre foam run at Glenworth Valley with more than 25 obstacles and 2.5 million cubic feet of foam. The event includes a finishers medal, kids free fun zone, water stations and a live DJ.

A night trail running event at the base of Mt Beerwah offering 10 km, half marathon and marathon distances. Courses are marked for night navigation and checkpoints supply water and food while participants must carry their own cup and headla..

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 5K obstacle run at Sirromet Winery in early February featuring more than 25 obstacles, extensive foam coverage and family-friendly amenities including a Kids Free Fun Zone, food vendors, showers and a licensed beer garden.

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..

Trail run in Hovea on 7 February 2027 organised by the West Australian Marathon Club, offering 13 km and 4.3 km options. Runners must carry their own water; water is available at the start and finish.

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.

A three-day trail running festival at Mount Buller with five main events, distances from 8 km to almost 120 km, and multi-day entry options across varied mountain terrain.

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.

A boutique ultramarathon fundraiser in remote North West Lutruwita Tasmania set among ancient Gondwanan rainforest. Courses of 22 km, 37 km and 62 km traverse varied forests, plains and steep terrain with detailed safety and gear requiremen..

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 trek to Mount Bogong’s summit with 1,410 m of ascent, a descent via Eskdale Spur and strict checkpoint rules. Entries are capped at 350 and mandatory gear checks apply.

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.

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.

The Lismore Samson Fitness Challange will take place in Goonellabah from Friday 5 March 2027 to Saturday 6 March 2027.

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.