Trail Running Calendar Australia 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Australia for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 302 exciting trail runs across the country. Find your next trail run in Australia below and join the trail community at these great events! Search for a location or view races near Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide or Gold Coast.
January 2027
An eight-day community sports program in Thredbo Alpine Village featuring running races, relays and other recreational events from 9 to 16 January 2027.
A community running and walking event on 15 January 2027 from Point Nepean National Park to Portsea Surf Lifesaving Club, offering 9km and 4.5km course options.
Ultra running event in Australind on 16 January 2027 with AURA approved 12.5 km laps and race distances from 12.5 km to 100 km, plus aid stations and on-course facilities.
A mountain ultra on 16 January 2027 across the Victorian high country with 29k, 35k and 64k routes from Mountain Creek to Mt Hotham summit.
Trail running at Kowen Forest from Wamboin Community Hall on the third Sunday in January 2027. Choose a 21.1 km half marathon with 680 m climb or a 12 km single track course; mandatory safety gear and a 4.5 hour cut off apply.
A trail running event on the Mornington Peninsula offering 28 km and 56 km courses between Dromana and Cape Schanck with qualification required.
Belair National Park hosts Race 3 of the Summer Series on 17 January 2027, featuring a 27 km XL course that counts toward the main series and the XL three-race series.
A 5K obstacle-course fun run in Myrniong with over 25 obstacles, large foam features, festival vendors, a kids zone and participant facilities.
A 50 km beach ultramarathon from Old Dunsborough to Busselton Jetty and back, offering solo and two-person relay options with water-only aid stations and specific gear requirements.
An inflatable obstacle event at Glenworth Valley featuring 25 obstacles, foam zones using 2.5 million cubic feet, onsite amenities and included participant kit.
A night trail running event at the base of Mt Beerwah on 30 January 2027 offering 10 km, half marathon and marathon distances with marked courses and mandatory safety gear.
A timed trail event at James Drysdale Recreational Park offering 9.7 km and 15.6 km courses with race photography, post-race barbecue, and series points.
A coastal trail running event in Kilcunda offering 21 km, 17 km, 10 km and 5 km courses across beaches, cliffs and grassy slopes.
Guided stair-focused training on UTA courses around Katoomba with multiple distances, pace groups, experienced trainers, and UTA22 mandatory gear required.
February 2027
A three race summer series in Melbourne across The Zoo, Princes Park and The Tan with multiple distance options and a bundled full series entry.
A Backyard Ultra at Brimbank Park where runners complete a 6.7km lap each hour and continue until one last runner remains.
A long trail run of 78 km through Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain wilderness with seasonal Overland Track permit rules and a mandatory live briefing for 2027.
Robe Run is a coastal multi distance event in Robe South Australia featuring marathon, half marathon, 14km, 10km, 5km and a 1km kids dash with on course aid stations.
A two day obstacle course event at Sirromet Winery featuring 25 plus optional obstacles, extensive foam, a Kids Zone, festival area and family, military and group pricing options.
A trail running event in Hovea on 7 February 2027, offering 13 km and 4.3 km courses with no on-course drink stations and online registration.