Orange Running Festival
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Event overview
The 2026 Orange Running Festival is scheduled for Sunday, 15 March 2026 in Orange, Central West NSW. It is listed as the 20th running of the festival and takes place at Gosling Creek Reserve, Forest Road, Bloomfield (Orange). The festival is funded by the NSW Government and supports local community organisations. Sunday features a program of distance races on a scenic, all sealed, gently undulating course in the cool climate of Orange. The festival also includes community and school mile events.
Races and course
Distances offered on Sunday:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Orange Community Mile
- Primary School Dash (K-6)
- Secondary School Dash (7-12)
All Sunday distance courses are World Athletics / AIMS certified. Entry notes published for the event include age requirements for some races: marathon entrants must be 18 or over on race day and half marathon entrants must be 16 or over. The 5K entry process applies a discount for participants aged 13 or younger. The Primary and Secondary Dashes are listed as competitive events and the Orange Community Mile is described as inclusive for runners and walkers of all ages.
Community and partners
The festival lists local sponsors and partners and raises funds for community organisations. Volunteers from local groups, including emergency services and schools, are involved in event delivery. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
