Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Event Overview The Kokoda Challenge Sunshine Coast is a charity team endurance event held in Imbil State Forest on Gubbi Gubbi Country. The event starts in the town of Kenilworth. It is organized to honor the Australian Defence Force member..

Experience pure mountain running in the picturesque valley of Wandiligong Victoria. Challenge yourself on technical trails and steep ascents across Mystic Mountain and Goldmine Ridge with distances ranging from 2 km to 26 km.

Experience the world class trails of the Blue Mountains National Park in Katoomba. This premier trail running festival offers distances ranging from 11 km to a 100 mile ultra through stunning World Heritage listed landscapes.

No Time To Die Frontyard Ultra at Victoria Park in Adelaide sends runners around a 6.71 km loop every hour until only one remains. Expect fierce camaraderie, volunteer backing and a raw test of endurance.

Experience one of nine events along Victorias iconic coastline including marathons, trail runs, and walks with panoramic views of the Southern Ocean.

Event Program The Straddie Salute takes place over three days, from Friday to Sunday, with a program of activities for the whole weekend. It is held at locations including Point Lookout Oval, Home Beach, and Point Lookout Bowls Club. Main A..

Experience the beautiful autumn colors of the Upper Kiewa Valley at this community event featuring trail runs and road races ranging from 3km to a half marathon.

Runher Lake Womanchester Trail Run is a women's only trail event set at Lake Manchester. Runners can choose from three scenic distances: 4.4 km, 10 km, or 21 km. The event includes professional timing, course marking, and supports the 1 Mil..

Syderhs Back to Frontyard Ultra is a 'last one standing' race at Herdsman Lake. Runners complete a 6.71 km loop every hour until only one remains. The event is held in the cooler weather of May.

Experience technical single track trails and tropical island views on Magnetic Island. This Saturday afternoon event features multiple distances that finish directly at a local hotel for post race celebrations.

Experience a volcanic obstacle course at Ivory's Rock with distances ranging from 5km to 21km. Conquer technical rocky terrain and scenic forests during this comprehensive Trifecta weekend event in Queensland.

The Woodlands Trail Run is held at Woodlands Historic Park in Greenvale, home to retired racehorses. Choose from six distances, from a 2km fun run to a challenging 50km ultra. A donation is made from each entry to support young people livin..

Run or walk against a steam train in Devonport, Tasmania. This family event offers four distances along a scenic riverside track. The race starts at the historic Don River Railway.

Trails and Tails brings friendly trail runs and walks to two coastal venues in 2026, welcoming solo participants, walkers and their dogs. Pick from 21.1 km, 14 km, 7 km or 4 km and enjoy scenic courses and community vibes.

Experience trail running through the vineyard landscape of Langhorne Creek at this annual event featuring flat tracks and sandy trails. Enjoy several course distances and live music at the Kimbolton Wines cellar door.

Join Run the Gap in Halls Gap, Victoria on 24 May 2026 for a scenic community run with 6 km, 12 km and 21 km trail options. Experience stunning bushland, friendly atmosphere and routes for walkers and racers.

The Douglas Dash is a 5km urban trail run on the beach sand and dirt tracks of Port Douglas. It's part of the local carnival and is a dog-friendly event where all finishers receive a medal.

Experience the singletrack trails and mountain bike paths of the Albury Ranges. Choose between a 5 km or 14.8 km course featuring significant elevation gain and technical descents in West Albury.

Experience a unique beach run on the sands of Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays. Choose from distances including a half marathon, 10km, or 5km plus junior events at this famous Queensland location.

Experience the natural beauty and heritage of South Gippsland on a flat course following an iconic former railway corridor. With distances from 2 km to 100 km, runners pass historic trestle bridges and scenic pastoral landscapes.