Bellarine Sunset Run

Portarlington, Australia • 14 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Flying Brick Bellarine Sunset Run is a coastal trail running event on the Bellarine Peninsula, held on Saturday, February 14, 2026, with a backup date on the morning of Sunday, February 15, 2026. The 2026 edition is the 11th running of the event. The course runs between Portarlington and St Leonards and is organised by a local family group. The event also highlights a link between exercise and kids' mental health.

Races and logistics

The event includes multiple distances and modes of participation. All races award medals to finishers. Walkers are welcomed in the half marathon and 10 km with no time cutoffs. The half marathon uses an out-and-back route starting from Portarlington Pier. The 10 km field travels from St Leonards to Portarlington; a bus transfer is included in the entry fee and must be booked at registration. The 4 km Bully Buster is an untimed run or walk that starts from the event HQ in front of Portarlington Pier.

  • 21.1 km ProFeet Half Marathon
  • 10.5 km STEIGEN 10 km
  • 4 km McColl’s Transport Bully Buster

Entries and fundraising

Entry prices listed for 2026 start at about $33 for the 4 km, $50 to $75 for the 10 km, and $75 to $105 for the half marathon, depending on registration period. The event lists a fundraising partner of Bellarine Community Health - Youth Services and shows a small amount raised for fundraising organisations. Sponsors are included in event materials. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Profeet Half Marathon
10 km
Steigen 10km
Bully Buster 4km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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