Wangaratta Marathon
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Event details
The Wangaratta Chronicle Marathon and Fun Run is an annual running event held in Wangaratta, North East Victoria, Australia. The 15th edition takes place on 22 March 2026. The event is organised by North East Sports Events, organised by Vigor Coaching. Multiple distances are offered:
- 42.2 km
- 21.1 km
- 10 km
- 5 km
- 2 km Primary School Challenge
Course and categories
The course is described as fast and flat, mostly pathway sealed or gravel with minimal turns. The event is positioned as a town celebration that attracts locals and visitors. The 2 km Primary School Challenge is for children under 12, with finishers receiving a medal and trophies for the top three in each age group (U8, U10, U12). Parents or guardians may accompany children under 10 but must start at the back. The 2 km event is electronically timed. The area offers nearby recreational options such as the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail for cycling, and volunteer support cyclists may be used during the event. The event takes place in mid March, when mornings in the region are typically cool. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
