Mad Max Marathon

Broken Hill, Australia • 27 Jul 2025

The Mad Max Marathon Running Festival takes place annually in Broken Hill, NSW, with the next event scheduled for July 27, 2025. This unique outback running festival offers multiple race distances including a marathon, half marathon, 10km run and walk, 5km run/walk, and a 2km kids dash. The courses are flat and run primarily on dirt tracks around the Broken Hill Racecourse and nearby roads, showcasing the stunning desert landscape and the town’s connection to the Mad Max film franchise. Participants receive iconic medals, and the event supports the Maari Ma Health Aboriginal Corporation. The festival encourages all abilities and includes fun features like a 10km walk category and themed costumes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

42 km
Marathon
21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10 km
10km Walk
5 km
2km Kids Event
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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