Born To Run Festival

Portland, Australia • 4 Oct 2025

Born To Run Festival is a trail running event held in Portland, New South Wales, at The Foundations—the historic Portland Cement Works site in the heart of town. The festival offers four race options: 2 km for kids, 5 km, 10 km, and a Half Marathon, plus a Trail Boss challenge that combines all three longer distances for a special medal. Runners experience scenic trails with a mix of single-track paths and access roads, including views of Limestone Lake, Millpond, Twin Lakes and Pine Forest. The event welcomes walkers and runners alike and celebrates Portland’s rugged landscape. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10km Race: Adults
10 km
10km Race: Under 18
5 km
5km Race: Adults
5 km
5km Race: Under 18
2km Kids Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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