Barwon Heads Running Festival
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Barwon Heads Running Festival : event overview
The Barwon Heads Running Festival takes place on 21 June 2026 in Barwon Heads. All races start and finish at Lahey Square, the park adjacent to the Barwon Heads Hotel. The event uses out and back routes along Thirteenth Beach Road and is described as a scenic, flat coastal course.
Event distances include:
- 21.1 km Half Marathon
- 10 km Fun Run
- 5 km Fun Run
- 1 km Kids Race
Participants receive a race bib with timing to record results and every finisher receives an official finisher medal. Race packs are available for collection the day before and on race morning. Online entries close 19 June 2026; late and on-site entries are provided at the venue within published pickup windows.
Course support includes water and 32GI sports drink approximately every 2.5 km and at the finish, toilets at the event site and along the course, and roving first aid. Bike parking and a clothing bag drop are available at the event village. Road closures will be in place during race hours.
Safety and event rules note that no dogs, bikes, scooters, prams, or rollerblades are permitted on course. Age category awards are given to first, second and third place male and female finishers in each distance category. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
