Afterglow Twilight Trail Half Marathon

Torquay, Australia • 5 Dec 2026

Afterglow Night Run 2026

Afterglow Night Run 2026 is a twilight-into-night trail event in Torquay, Victoria, Australia, with the event base at 47 The Esplanade. It takes place on December 5, 2026 and follows sections of the Surf Coast Walk.

The route travels from Point Addis past Bells Beach to Torquay. The event pairs trail running with a strong celebratory atmosphere that includes glow and neon elements, wigs, funk fashion, and retro DJ tunes. There are both day and night options and several distance choices.

Distances

  • 5 km Day-Glow
  • 5 km Night-Glow
  • 13 km Semi Glow
  • 21 km Full Glow

The event raises awareness and funds for the Sexual Assault and Family Violence Centre in Geelong and is part of Respect Victoria's 16 Days of Activism campaign. Organisers will donate A$5 for each participant who has their fingernails painted at bib pick up; participants may also fundraise or donate via the event MyCause arrangements.

Registration is tiered with early, regular, late, and on the day pricing. Some entry options are listed as including bus transport for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
21km Full Glow
13 km
13km Semi Glow
5 km
5km Night-Glow
5 km
5km Day-Glow
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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An 8.2 km handicap race at Anglesea with start and finish at the Anglesea River mouth car park, sponsored by Moore Than Fitness.

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