Albury Running Festival
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Event Details
The Albury Running Festival will take place on Sunday, 24 May 2026 at Hovell Tree Park in South Albury. The event is presented by Healthfocus Physiotherapy. It is described as the second edition of the festival.
Distances
Participants can choose from several race distances:
- Half Marathon (21.1 km)
- 10 km race
- 5 km race
- 2 km Family Dash
The Course
The event features a fully pathed, undulating course on the banks of the Murray River. The course is shared with other pedestrians and cyclists.
Registration and Pricing
Registration is available with tiered pricing (Early Bird, Standard, Late) for each distance. Bibs are printed three weeks before the event. Participants who register at least three weeks prior can have their name printed on their bib.
On the Day
All finishers receive a unique Albury-themed medal, post-race snacks, sponsor giveaways, and an online finisher's certificate. A photographer will be on the course, and photos will be posted on social media after the event. Professional chip timing is provided by Multisport Australia. Water stations with water and Tailwind Nutrition will be available along the course at specified distances for each race.
The 2 km Family Dash is aimed at getting youngsters involved. An accompanying adult can run with a child for an additional fee; the adult will not be timed and will not receive a finisher's medal.
Logistics
The event village at Hovell Tree Park is only reachable by walking, cycling, or car, as there is no public transport available on a Sunday morning. There is plenty of parking available. There are no cut-off times for the 2 km, 5 km, or 10 km events. The Half Marathon has a cut-off time of 3.5 hours. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
