Mornington Running Festival

MAY
3
2026
Run the scenic Mornington esplanade from Mornington to Mt Martha and back at the Mornington Running Festival. Choose a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km or kids dash and enjoy live music, a medal and a free donut while supporting local charities.
Sun 3 May 2026
Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Mornington Running Festival - 3 May 2026

The Mornington Running Festival, presented by ATHLETE'S FOOT, returns to the Mornington Peninsula for its 12th edition on 3 May 2026. The course follows the esplanade from Mornington to Mt Martha and back, allowing participants to run or walk along a road free from traffic. The event takes place over a weekend and includes multiple running and walking events.

Race distances

  • Half Marathon
  • 10 km Fun Run
  • 5 km Fun Run
  • 1 km Kids Dash

Event features and fundraising

All finishers receive a finishers medal and a free donut. Event services listed include live music, electronic timing, drink stations, a pre-run warm up and an expo. Organisers aim to raise a minimum of $30,000 for charities in 2026 and provide a fundraising platform for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10km Fun Run
5 km
5km Fun Run
1km Kids Dash