Stromlo Running Festival

Stromlo Forest Park, Australia • 14 Nov 2026

Event Overview

The Stromlo Running Festival is an annual trail running event held in mid-to-late November at Stromlo Forest Park in the Australian Capital Territory.

Distances & Schedule

The event takes place over two days, 14-15 November 2026. It features six courses:

  • Marathon (42.2 km) with an 8-hour cut-off.
  • 30 km with a 6-hour cut-off.
  • 15 km with an anticipated 4.5-hour completion time for most.
  • 10 km with an anticipated 3-hour completion time for most.
  • 5 km with an anticipated 1.5-hour completion time for most.
  • Kids' 2.5 km cross-country run.

The marathon, 30 km, and 15 km events are scheduled for the first day. The 10 km, 5 km, and kids' run are scheduled for the second day. Participants are asked to self-seed at the start. Age restrictions apply: participants must be at least 18 for the marathon and 30 km, and at least 16 for the 15 km. Children under 13 in the 10 km and 5 km must be accompanied by a registered guardian.

Location & Course

All courses are based at Stromlo Forest Park. The trails offer views of Canberra, Black Mountain Tower, and the Brindabella ranges.

Additional Information

The event acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land. Volunteer opportunities are available, with incentives offered. The event has a detailed policy for entry transfers, refunds, and cancellations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Marathon
Srf Marathon
30 km
Srf30
15 km
Srf15
10 km
Srf10
5 km
Srf5
2.5km Kids
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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