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Melbourne Frontyard Ultra

Kew, Australia • 2 May 2026

MelbOURne Frontyard Ultra is staged in Studley Park, Melbourne, Victoria. The event uses a single 6.71-kilometre loop run on the hour, every hour, with participants pushing on until only one remains. Set in Melbourne’s city-adjacent parklands, the course traverses scenic trails through Studley Park.

It is the fifth Backyard Ultra in Ultra Series Australia, marketed under the "one loop, endless limits" motto. The atmosphere combines communal support with a festival-like vibe in a central urban setting, emphasizing endurance and camaraderie. The event is open for entries and relies on volunteers to help run the day.

Runners from across the region join, creating a supportive, community-driven weekend. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Kew

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7 km
6.71 Km Loop
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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