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Puffing Billy Running Festival

Belgrave, Australia • 13-14 Sep 2025

The Puffing Billy Running Festival is a unique event held in the scenic Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, featuring races that challenge participants to "beat the train." The festival offers multiple distances including a 21.1km half marathon, a 13.5km classic race, a 5km family fun run, and a 1.2km junior dash. The course runs from Belgrave to Emerald Lake Park, showcasing rolling hills and beautiful natural surroundings. The event includes electronic timing, finisher medals and certificates, drink stations, on-course first aid, and family entertainment at the finish line. Participants can also enjoy optional return train rides or free shuttle buses back to the start. Proceeds support heritage railway projects. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Belgrave

Race information

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21 km
21.1km Half Marathon
13 km
13.5km Classic
5 km
5km Family Fun Run
1.2km Junior Dash
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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