Warrnambool Running Festival

Warrnambool Running Festival

The Warrnambool Running Festival takes place on 19 to 20 September 2026 in Warrnambool City. It is a community-focused weekend of running and walking with coastal scenery and activities for participants and families. The event is open to all ages and to both runners and walkers without different fees.

Event distances and brief notes:

• Marathon 2 laps of the half marathon course; entry fee $95
• Half Marathon 21.1 km route; entry fee $75
• 10 km middle distance event; entry fee $65
• 6 km short course; entry fee $40
• 4 km Breakwater Dash charity event with compulsory $5 donation; entry fee $15
• 2 km Worm Bay Wiggle inclusive run walk or roll; entry fee $10

All events use the same fee for runners and walkers. Event promotions include discounts and early bird pricing, and Warrnambool Running Club members receive a $20 discount off entry prices. The festival provides course maps and an event information pack and records results for prior years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.