Coffs Harbour Running Festival

Coffs Harbour, Australia • 30 Aug 2026

Event overview

The C.ex Group Coffs Harbour Running Festival takes place on Sunday 30 August 2026 in Coffs Harbour. It is a community and charity running event organised by the Rotary Club of Coffs Harbour. The festival includes multiple race options and a teams challenge. The marathon and a one-lap half marathon course feature the Jetty Foreshores.

Courses and fundraising

Course routes run along the Coffs Creek Walkway and the Botanic Gardens. The event describes these routes as flat and shady. Distances offered include:

  • Marathon
  • Half marathon (one lap)
  • 10 km
  • 5 km
  • 3 km
  • Teams Challenge

One hundred percent of entry fees are directed to local charities. The festival reports that over $90,000 was raised for local causes in 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

42 km
Marathon
21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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