Wadjemup Rottnest Running Festival
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About the race
The Wadjemup Rottnest Running Festival is a one-day running event on Rottnest Island organised by the West Australian Marathon Club on 13 June 2027. Entrants do not need to be club members to participate. Events on the program include multiple race distances and a childrens dash.
Distances offered:
- 42.2 km marathon
- 21.1 km half marathon
- 10 km
- 5 km
- 300 m kids dash
The festival supports the Royal Flying Doctor Service as its charity partner. Entry fees vary by distance and membership status; listed fees include separate rates for members, non-members and under 18s. The 300 m event is free. Registrations close at 12 noon on the Thursday prior to the event and there are no registrations after that time. A late registration penalty applies from the Saturday before the event for non-members.
Race operations and safety notes: bib numbers are emailed by the Thursday before the event and bib collection details are provided closer to the date. First aid is provided at the finish and on course by the Royal Flying Doctor. Drink stations will be available and marathon runners may arrange special drinks. Skateboards, rollerblades and pets are prohibited on course. Use of headphones is strongly discouraged for safety but is permitted if one ear remains free. A course cut off applies at 1pm.
The festival includes some local traditions such as bagpipers at The Basin and a ceremonial coin toss for last-lap marathon runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
