Port Fairy Marathon
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Port Fairy Marathon and Community Running Festival : February 22, 2026
The Port Fairy Marathon and Community Running Festival takes place in Port Fairy, Victoria, with the event centre at Railway Place. The course is described as a new multi-loop, certified route that passes heritage-lined streets, Norfolk pines, beaches, coastal views, a historic wharf, and the Moyne River riverfront. The town is situated at the end of the Great Ocean Road and features nineteenth century cottages and bluestone buildings. The event partners with Syngap Research Fund Australia to raise awareness and funds for research into SYNGAP1 syndrome.
Races and registration
The festival offers multiple race distances:
- 42.2 km
- 21.1 km
- 10 km
- 5 km
- 1.5 km
Registration is available for individuals and for teams. Teams are groups of registrations managed by a team coordinator; the team that covers the most kilometres is eligible for cash prizes. Entry fees vary by event and by registration period; for example, standard fees listed are $149 for the marathon, $129 for the half marathon, $65 for the 10 km, $35 for the 5 km, and $20 for the 1.5 km fun run. The event notes that prices include mandatory charges and items. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.