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South East Running Festival

Dandenong North, Australia • 19 Apr 2026

South East Running Festival 2026

The South East Running Festival returns for its second year at Dandenong Stadium in Dandenong, Victoria. The event features a course that begins outside the stadium and follows the Dandenong Creek path toward Tirhatuan Park. Participants run through the Melbourne Water Wetlands before crossing the finish line in the Dandenong Stadium carpark.

The festival offers several distance options to accommodate different age groups:

  • 21.1 km (Minimum age 15)
  • 10 km (Minimum age 10)
  • 5 km (Minimum age 10)
  • 1 km Children's Dash (Maximum age 10)

Beyond the races, the event site at Dandenong Stadium serves as a festival hub with various amenities. Attendees can find food and drink options alongside a program of music and entertainment. Activities are provided for all ages to foster community spirit throughout the day. Registration is open to the public, and volunteer opportunities are available for those interested in supporting the event operations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Dandenong North

Race information

Registration
Half Marathon
21km Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
1km Children’s Dash
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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