Port Douglas 5K
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Port Douglas 5 km Run
The Port Douglas 5 km is one of four distances offered at Run Port Douglas on Saturday 5 September 2026. The event programme includes 2 km, 5 km, 10 km, and 21.1 km Half Marathon distances, all of which are recorded with timing.
The 5 km course runs through the town of Port Douglas and finishes with a run or walk along the sands of Four Mile Beach. All distances finish on Four Mile Beach. Timing is provided for every distance, allowing participants to record an official time.
Participants are invited to enjoy the surroundings during the event; the organiser notes that runners can stop to take photos, enjoy the experience with family and friends, and may dress up for prize opportunities. A free run singlet is provided to competitors in the 21.1 km and 10 km races.
Local visitor experiences mentioned in connection with the event include Quicksilver Cruises for snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef, Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, Wildlife Habitat for koala encounters, guided walks through Mossman Gorge in the Daintree Rainforest, the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas, and the Port Douglas Sunday Markets.
The event acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islander People as the Traditional Owners of the land on which Run Port Douglas takes place. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
