Coffs Harbour Running Festival

Coffs Harbour Running Festival

The C.ex Group Coffs Harbour Running Festival takes place on Sunday 30 August 2026 at the Coffs Harbour Showground. The event offers multiple race distances and is organised to raise funds for local charities.

Distances:

• Marathon
• Half Marathon
• 10 km
• 5 km
• 3 km

Entry fees vary by entry period. Marathon fees range from $105 to $155 depending on registration timing; minimum age 18. Half Marathon fees range from $65 to $105; minimum age 16. 10 km fees range from $45 to $65; minimum age 12. The 5 km entry is $25 and the 3 km entry is $15; both list all ages eligible. Under 10 years must run with a responsible adult who is also registered. An administration fee of $2.10 or 4.1% of the entry fee applies, whichever is higher.

Registrations close Friday 28 August 2026 and early bird pricing applies until Tuesday 04 August 2026. Race bib collection is available at the Coffs Harbour Showground on the weekend before the race and on race day; no late entries are accepted on race day. One hundred percent of entry fees are donated to local charities, with over $90,000 raised in 2025. Medals are awarded to all finishers of every distance. No refunds are given for non-starters or non-finishers. Deferrals and transfers are allowed until Friday 28 August 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.