Semaphore Coastal Running Festival
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Western Coastal Running Festival 2026
The Western Coastal Running Festival is held at Semaphore South on the Esplanade. This is the 11th running of the event and the course uses the coastal bike and walk path with a measured 10.55 km loop certified by AIMS. The start and finish are located mid-loop so participants are never more than approximately 5 km from the event aid station. The start location is opposite South Terrace, Semaphore.
Distances on offer include:
- 5 km
- 10 km
- 15 km
- 21.1 km (half marathon)
- 30 km
- Virtual run
Race bibs and a finisher medal are included for all distances; bibs are not mailed and are allocated on event day. Registration normally closes at noon three days before the event date unless extended. If registration is completed during a post-closure extension, a generic finisher medal may be supplied instead of an engraved event medal. Part proceeds from the event support the Australian Cancer Research Foundation. The event features a Western theme and a trophy is awarded to the participant judged to best represent that theme by those in attendance.
Virtual runs must be completed on the official event day at a chosen location, recorded with elapsed or total time, and submitted with a link or screenshot for inclusion in published results. Virtual entries include a bib and medal that require collection. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
