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Runaway Noosa Marathon
Noosa Heads, Australia
May 22, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km31.6 km21.1 km10 km
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Running Calendar Races in Queensland: Races, Trails & Competitions
17 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 85 races in Races in Queensland with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events174 confirmed dates
Competitions85Races & courses
Distances2 - 160.5 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+7,580 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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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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Brisbane Trail Ultra
Brisbane, Australia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160.5 km111.9 km61.7 km30.6 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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(McDonald’s) Townsville Running Festival
Townsville, Australia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunSeaside & Coast+2
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Cairns Marathon Festival
Cairns, Australia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Seaside & CoastCity Run+1
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Airlie Beach Marathon Festival (Tassal)
Whitsundays, Australia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
IslandNature & Off-Road+4
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Sunshine Coast Marathon (Eva Air)
Alexandra Headland, Australia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Seaside & CoastCity Run
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Brisbane Trail Ultra | Brisbane, Queensland, AU | Trail Running | 160.5 km111.9 km61.7 km30.6 km |
| Date to be announced | (McDonald’s) Townsville Running Festival | Townsville, Queensland, AU | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Cairns Marathon Festival | Cairns, Queensland, AU | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Airlie Beach Marathon Festival (Tassal) | Whitsundays, Queensland, AU | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Sunshine Coast Marathon (Eva Air) | Alexandra Headland, Queensland, AU | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Cairns Port Douglas Trail Ultra | Port Douglas, Queensland, AU | Trail Running | 118.8 km80.9 km39.3 km18.4 km |
| Date to be announced | UCI Tour of Brisbane | Brisbane, Queensland, AU | Road Cycling | 110 km80 km50 km |
| Date to be announced | The Guzzler Ultra | Brisbane, Queensland, AU | Trail Running | 104.2 km51.5 km21.4 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Scenic Rim Ultra | Wyaralong, Queensland, AU | Trail Running | 105 km65 km35 km25 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Queensland (Australia, Queensland) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 17 public events and 85 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Noosa Heads, Brisbane, Southport, and Townsville. Notable events in the selection include Runaway Noosa Marathon, Brisbane Marathon, and Gold Coast Marathon.
Race distances span from 2 km to 160.5 km, reaching up to +7,580 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Queensland 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 Races in Queensland?
RunningCompass currently lists 17 verified events with 85 individual races in Races in Queensland. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Runaway Noosa Marathon, Brisbane Marathon, and Gold Coast Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Queensland?
Events in Races in Queensland focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 2 km entry-level races up to 160.5 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Noosa Heads, Brisbane, Southport, and Townsville.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Queensland?
The most selective courses in Races in Queensland climb up to +7,580 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 Races in Queensland?
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.