Noosa Summer Swim Festival 2026
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Saturday, 01 February — Sunday, 02 February 2026 |
The Noosa Summer Swim Festival has grown into one of Australia’s most iconic open water swimming events.
Each year, more than 2,500 swimmers accompanied by around 5,000 enthusiastic supporters flock to Noosa for a weekend packed with sunshine, surf, and unforgettable swims.
Each year, more than 2,500 swimmers accompanied by around 5,000 enthusiastic supporters flock to Noosa for a weekend packed with sunshine, surf, and unforgettable swims.
Mooloolaba Mile Ocean Swim 2026
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Saturday, 21st March — Sunday, 22 March 2026 |
The Mooloolaba Mile program is packed with distances from 800m - 6.0km, and based at Mooloolaba Spit where you can push your limits in a safe environment.
The multi-lap course means you can set your sights higher, but check your progress in the shallow water as you prepare for your next lap.
Cooly Classic Ocean Swim 2026
(Coolangatta)
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Saturday, 16 May — Sunday, 17 May 2026 |
Your Start line, Snapper Rocks, is one of the world’s most famous surf breaks.
Then, your course is a straight line to Kirra Beach, passing Rainbow Bay, Greenmount and Coolangatta Beaches as you swim.
There are four distances, from 1km to 5km, but it’s always the 2.0km Cooly Classic from Snapper Rocks to Kirra Beach which attracts the masses.
ASICS Runaway Noosa Marathon 2026
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Saturday, 23 May 2026 |
The ASICS Runaway Noosa Team is excited to confirm we will be back on Saturday 23 May 2026.
Escape to world famous Noosa for Runaway Noosa Marathon and a weekend filled with sunshine and good times. With a flat, fast and friendly multi-lap course set in the heart of Noosa township and multi distances to choose from, it’s easy to find your happy running place right here.
Our unique multi-lap course - starting and finishing in the heart of Noosa only steps from Hastings Street - means you’re never far from fellow runners and supporters.
Brisbane Marathon Festival 2026
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Sunday, 07 June 2026 |
One of the most historic events on the Queensland running calendar, the Brisbane Marathon Festival has iconic resonance with the 1982 Commonwealth Games where the famed Robert de Castella was first across the line in a celebrated victory. This magnificent day embarked a running frenzy in Brisbane where the first official Brisbane Marathon was open to the public in 1992.
Hervey Bay Half Marathon Festival 2026 (Fraser Coast)
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Sunday 21 June 2026 |
The Hervey Bay Half Marathon Festival offers runners a truly unique coastal experience, set against the stunning backdrop of Queensland’s Fraser Coast. With sweeping ocean views, tranquil beaches, and an inviting esplanade lined with palms and cafés, participants will be immersed in the laid-back charm and natural beauty of this coastal paradise.
Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply soaking up the scenery, the course makes the perfect setting for all types of runners—from seasoned athletes to first-timers.
With a variety of distances on offer — Half Marathon - 21.1km | 10km | 5km run & 5km walk | 2km Fun Run & Walk — there’s something for everyone to experience the excitement of crossing the finish line along Hervey Bay’s iconic foreshore.
ASICS Gold Coast Marathon 2026
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Saturday, 4th Jul - Sunday, 5th Jul 2026 |
Celebrate the 46th edition of the ASICS Gold Coast Marathon and run for the good times on Saturday 4 – Sunday 5 July 2026 on the beautiful Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.
The world class international marathon will attract participants of all ages and abilities from around the world across eight races including the ASICS Gold Coast Marathon, Wheelchair Marathon, China Airlines Half Marathon, Wheelchair 10km, Southern Cross University 10km Run, Gold Coast Airport 5km, Wheelchair 5km and Australia Fair 2km Junior Dash.
7Cairns Marathon Festival 2026
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Sunday 12 July 2026 |
The 7Cairns Marathon Festival is a must-do destination event in Australia for all running and lifestyle event enthusiasts. Located in beautiful North Queensland participants will want to increase their stay to take in the beauty of the tropics.
The event is set along the stunning Cairns Esplanade, participants and spectators will be beguiled by the stunning scenery. With five distances on offer, Full Marathon – 42.2km | Half Marathon - 21.1km | 10km | 5km run & 5km walk | 2km Fun run and walk.
Everyone has an opportunity to experience the thrill of crossing the finish line with the Cairns iconic Esplanade as the backdrop.
Sunshine Coast Marathon 2026 (Sunshine Coast, QLD)
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Sunday, 02 Aug 2026 |
The EVA Air Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival is an AIMS certified course and is one of the most-loved running festivals in Australia. Since its inception, the event has raised over $2 million for charity and community groups.
Located on the stunning Sunshine Coast in Queensland, an hour's drive north of Brisbane, this event has been timed to make the most of the ideal Queensland winter running conditions. Blue skies, low humidity and mild temperatures combined with a flat course, always enable fast times.
Fred's Big Run 2026
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Friday, 1 Aug - Sunday, 31 Aug 2026 |
Fred's Big Run is the flagship event of The Fred Hollows Foundation.
Registrations is FREE and you can join from anywhere in the world. Run or walk 50km, 100km or 150km to restore sight.
Challenge yourself to step up and support The Fred Hollows Foundation to give the gift of sight and change lives for some of the world’s most vulnerable people!
Join 'Team Fred' (Australia)
Sign up to one of the many Grassrootz events and choose The Fred Hollows Foundation as your preferred charity!
Help restore sight and change lives forever while staying fit and healthy.
