Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027

Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB runs 14 to 17 May 2026 in Katoomba in the Blue Mountains National Park. It offers trail races from 1 km to 161.1 km, includes cultural Welcome to Country elements and a race expo.

A multi-distance trail running festival on the Larapinta Trail in Tjoritja National Park, offering races from 5 km to 231 km each third weekend in May. Most 2026 distances are sold out; the event is listed with iTRA and UTMB.

A multi-distance running festival on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road in May 2026, featuring road and trail events from 1.5 km to 60 km and a festival program with glamping, yoga and live music.

A community-run running festival in Mount Beauty on 16 May 2026 offering 3 km, 10.6 km, 21.1 km and an 18 km trail plus a Schools Challenge and a plastic cup free refill policy.

Runher Lake Manchester is a women's only trail run at scenic Lake Manchester with 4.4 km, 10 km and 21 km options for all abilities. Expect finisher medals, pro timing, eco friendly course marking and charity support; entries open soon.

A trail running event on Magnetic Island with technical single track and island views, offering 6km, 12km and 21km courses. Races finish at the Arcadia Village Hotel and include marked routes, on course support and discounted ferry travel.

Run scenic trails at Woodlands Park in Greenvale past a homestead, Living Legends horses and runway views. Distances 2 km to 50 km suit beginners to ultrarunners, with on the day bib pickup and charity support for Canteen.

Take on the Tax Centre Great Train Race in Tasmania where RUNNER VS MACHINE as runners chase a vintage train along the Don River Railway. Family friendly kids races, 3.5 km and 7 km options plus a virtual race make this a fun day for all.

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.

Trail running through vineyards and scrubland at Kimbolton Wines on May 24, 2026, with distances from a half marathon to a kids dash and onsite live music and wine.

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.

Join the Douglas Dash, a scenic 5 km urban trail run along Four Mile Beach and coastal tracks during the Port Douglas Carnival. Finish with a bespoke medal and a dog friendly vibe suitable for all ages.

Trail races at Bonnie Doon Park, West Albury, featuring singletrack, long climbs, MTB-style sections and a steep "Powerlines" descent. Two distances are offered with recorded elevation gains.

A beach run on Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays on May 24 2026, offering 21.1 km, 10 km, 5 km and junior distances. Adult entries list fees at $150 and junior entries at $60.

A multi-distance running event on the Great Southern Rail Trail in South Gippsland on 30 May 2026. Distances range from 2 km to 100 km with team options and a pin free policy planned by the organiser.

Three winter trail races near Melbourne from May to August 2026, held at Blackwood, Anglesea and Silvan, with short, medium and long course options and on-site live music, coffee, food vendors and social race formats.

Take on rugged rainforest trails and remote backroads at Eungella National Park on 31 May 2026 with 5 km, 11 km and 18 km options for all levels. Expect river crossings, climbs, on course support and prizes for top finishers.

The In The Raw Trail Run will take place in Numinbah Valley on Sunday 31 May 2026. You can run between 9 and 25 kilometers.

Take on the Simpson Desert Ultra, a remote outback ultramarathon near Birdsville from 5 to 7 June 2026, with distances from 25K to 160K. Test your limits amid red sand dunes, supported by aid stations and a true endurance challenge.

Serra Terror is a two day team endurance challenge in the Grampians National Park over the King's Birthday long weekend, June 6 and 7, 2026. Teams of three to eight tackle an ever changing 80 km course across single track, four wheel drive..