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Ultra Trail Kosciuszko by UTMB
Thredbo, Australia
November 26, 2026 to November 28, 2026Date confirmed
161 km102 km50 km32 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
AUCountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Australia: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
60 verified events (27 confirmed dates) and 305 races in Australia with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events6027 confirmed dates
Competitions305Races & courses
Distances2 - 218 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+11,510 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Canberra Marathon
Canberra, Australia
April 10, 2027 to April 11, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5.4 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+2
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Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB
Katoomba, Australia
May 13, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
161.1 km101 km51 km22 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+5
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Runaway Noosa Marathon
Noosa Heads, Australia
May 22, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km31.6 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History
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Brisbane Marathon
Brisbane, Australia
June 6, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races
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Gold Coast Marathon
Southport, Australia
July 3, 2027 to July 4, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
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City2Surf Sydney
Sydney, Australia
August 8, 2027Date confirmed
14 km
FestiveCharity Run+2
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TCS Sydney Marathon
Sydney, Australia
August 29, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 26, 2026 - Nov 28, 2026 | Ultra Trail Kosciuszko by UTMB | Thredbo, New South Wales, AU | Trail Running | 161 km102 km50 km32 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2027 - Apr 11, 2027 | Canberra Marathon | Canberra, Territoire de la capitale australienne, AU | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5.4 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB | Katoomba, New South Wales, AU | Trail Running | 161.1 km101 km51 km22 km |
| May 22, 2027 | Runaway Noosa Marathon | Noosa Heads, Queensland, AU | Road Running | 42.2 km31.6 km21.1 km10 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2027 | Brisbane Marathon | Brisbane, Queensland, AU | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 3, 2027 - Jul 4, 2027 | Gold Coast Marathon | Southport, Queensland, AU | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2027 | City2Surf Sydney | Sydney, New South Wales, AU | Road Running | 14 km |
| Aug 29, 2027 | TCS Sydney Marathon | Sydney, New South Wales, AU | Road Running | 42.2 km5 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2027 | Melbourne Marathon Festival (Nike) | Melbourne, Victoria, AU | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Grampians Peaks Trail | Halls Gap, Victoria, AU | Trail Running | 162 km49.5 km33 km13.8 km |
| Date to be announced | Alpine Challenge April | Falls Creek, Victoria, AU | Trail Running | 160 km100 km60 km42 km |
| Date to be announced | Elephant Trail Race | Hastings, Victoria, AU | Trail Running | 218 km163.2 km108.8 km51.8 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Australia in oceania is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 60 public events and 305 individual races, including 27 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Fast coastal marathons in Sydney, Melbourne, and Gold Coast plus Blue Mountains trails. Key host locations include Thredbo, Canberra, Katoomba, and Noosa Heads. Notable events in the selection include Ultra Trail Kosciuszko by UTMB, Canberra Marathon, and Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB.
Race distances span from 2 km to 218 km, reaching up to +11,510 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Australia includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Australia?
RunningCompass currently lists 60 verified events with 305 individual races in Australia. A total of 27 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Ultra Trail Kosciuszko by UTMB, Canberra Marathon, and Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Australia?
Events in Australia focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 2 km entry-level races up to 218 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Thredbo, Canberra, Katoomba, and Noosa Heads.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Australia?
The most selective courses in Australia climb up to +11,510 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Australia?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.
