7 Cairns Marathon Festival
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Jul 12, 2026 - Sunday
2k, 5k, 10k, Half-marathon, Marathon, Other, Relay
Race Information
Join the Cairns Marathon Festival for two days of running and lifestyle events and to explore the best of Cairns. The event features the marathon, half-marathon, 10km, 5km and the 2km races. Stay for post-race entertainment in Fogarty Park and access a hive of running clubs, corporate teams, and sponsors.
With a course to suit every ability and age group, this community-focused event caters to all those wanting to take part, including families and those with physical and intellectual disabilities. The majority of the proceeds go to Ronald McDonald House Charities North Australia, which helps fund the Palm Cove family retreat.
π Run Pick of the Month: Barossa Marathon Festival ππ¦πΊ
πTanunda, Barossa Valley (SA) - Sunday August 23, 2026
Starting at The Rex, this flat & fast course winds through Barossaβs breathtaking wine country. Whether itβs 5km or 42.2km, run, explore and celebrate in one of SAβs most iconic regions!
π Why We Like This Run
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Run Barossaβs breathtaking wine country
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Course is flat and perfect for a PB!
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Marathoners get 6 personal drink stations
The Barossa Marathon Festival is held every year starting in the scenic vineyard-surrounded Tanunda. The event attracts runners from right across the world, wanting to challenge their fitness levels in the marathon, half-marathon, 10km and 5km events. The course is very flat, perfect for those wanting a quick time or βpersonal bestβ. ππ¦πΊ
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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