Geelong Running Festival
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Event details
The Geelong Running Festival is scheduled for Sunday, September 20, 2026, in Geelong, VIC. The 2026 program includes the city’s first-ever marathon alongside a half marathon and a community 8km event. The course runs around traffic-free streets of Geelong, passes through Kardinia Park, and offers views of Corio Bay and the Eastern Beach foreshore. The festival is presented as a promotion of health, fitness, and participation and highlights Geelong’s local history and landmarks. Organisers report a partnership with Grassrootz to raise A$250,000 for local charities in 2026.
Races and entry fees
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 8km
- Wheelchair Half Marathon
Entry fees are shown as tiered prices. Published ranges include Marathon: A$175–A$225; Half Marathon: A$145–A$185; 8km: A$60–A$80. Children aged 7–12 receive an automatic discount for the 8km. Wheelchair half marathon fees are listed in the same tiered structure. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
