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Great Ocean Road Running Festival

Apollo Bay, Australia • 17-18 May 2025

The Great Ocean Road Running Festival, held in Victoria, Australia, offers a stunning running experience along the Southern Ocean's scenic coastline. This annual event features eight race distances ranging from a 1.5km kids' gallop to a challenging 60km ultra marathon, including road and trail runs as well as walks. Participants enjoy a serene, traffic-free course with views of wildlife like kangaroos and koalas. Beyond running, the festival includes activities such as glamping, yoga, live music, and kite flying, creating a vibrant community atmosphere. The event attracts athletes worldwide, celebrating both competition and the natural beauty of the Great Ocean Road. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Race information

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60 km
Ultra Marathon
42 km
Marathon
21 km
Brooks Half Marathon
14 km
14km Paradise Run
12 km
High Sierra 12km Trail Run
6 km
Srilankan Airlines 6km Run
5 km
Great Ocean Road Walk
1.5km Kids' Gallop
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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