Beachside Dash

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2026

Join the 19th annual Beachside Dash along Sydney's Botany Bay foreshore. Choose from timed 10km, 5km, and family-friendly 2km races. The event raises funds for local medical research and includes entertainment and a recovery area.

Sun 13 Sep 2026

Dolls Point,

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Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Beachside Dash is an annual fun run. It raises funds and awareness for the St George & Sutherland Medical Research Foundation (SSMRF). The event is now in its 19th year.

Event Details

The event takes place on Sunday 13 September 2026. It starts and finishes at Depena Reserve, Dolls Point, Sydney. The course runs along the Botany Bay foreshore.

Race Options

Participants can choose from several race options:

10km (timed race)
5km (timed race)
2km (timed race incorporating the School Cup Challenge and Family Fun Run)
Corporate Cup Challenge (a 2km team race)

A half marathon distance is mentioned as "coming soon".

On the Day

All participants receive a medal. There are prizes for winners. The event has a dedicated Recovery Area after the finish line. There is also live entertainment, food and coffee options, and a playground for kids.

Fundraising

The event encourages fundraising for the SSMRF. Participants can create a fundraising page after registering. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon

Half Marathon (tbc)

10 km

5 km

2km School Cup Challenge & Family Fun Run