Australia Day Coastal

JAN
25
2026
Join a festive Australia Day coastal run at Semaphore South on Jan 25, 2026, with distances from 5 km to half marathon or a virtual option. Take home a finisher medal, compete for best themed costume and help fund cancer research.
Sun 25 Jan 2026
Half Marathon 15 kilometers 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

AUSTRALIA DAY Coastal 2026 is a community running event held on January 25, 2026 in Semaphore South, South Australia. The event has an Australia Day theme and awards a trophy to the runner judged to best represent the theme. Part of the proceeds will be directed to the Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF). Race bibs are not mailed; bib allocation and collection occur at the event location. Registration normally closes at noon three days before the event date unless extended.

Distances and pricing

  • 5 km - A$25
  • 10 km - A$30
  • 15 km - A$30
  • 21.1 km - A$35
  • Virtual run - A$25 (fixed price)

Early bird pricing applies from Nov 21 to Jan 22.

Course and event options

The course is an AIMS measured 10.55 km loop. Every paid entry includes a race bib and a finisher medal; if registration is extended, some late registrants may receive a generic finisher medal instead of the engraved event medal. Virtual runs must be completed on the event day and recorded with elapsed or total time; participants must submit the recorded run link or screenshot to the organiser for inclusion in published results. Selected events offer a Self-Supported option, with on-site bib and medal collection and eligibility details for long-distance recognition. The start location is opposite South Terrace, Semaphore, on the coastal bike and walk path. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.