Run Western Sydney
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About the race
Explore Worldwide Western Sydney Lakes Marathon takes place at the Sydney International Regatta Centre around the Competition Lake and Western Sydney Lakes on 21 November 2026. The event includes a range of set races held on a course that mixes paved sections and trail for the longer distances, while the shorter routes are described as fast and flat.
Event distances:
- 42.2 km marathon : Western Sydney’s only marathon on the course.
- 21.1 km half marathon.
- 10 km run.
- 5 km run.
- 2 km fun run.
Support and logistics include aid stations offering water, electrolytes, cola and lollies (aid station pass counts vary by distance), medical support on course, portable toilets near the baggage area, a bag drop service at the Event Hub, professional electronic timing and event photography. All participants receive a finisher medal; marathon and half marathon entries include an event souvenir and a free item of merchandise. Cut-off times are listed for the marathon (6 hours) and half marathon (4 hours); shorter distances have no cut-off. Parking for participants and spectators is available within the Regatta Centre. Dogs are not permitted; wheelchairs are not permitted in the marathon and half marathon; prams are permitted in the 2 km and 5 km events and must start at the back. The event uses reusable BibSNAPs to reduce waste. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
