Overseas Marathons |
The Association of International Marathons (AIMS) has the definitive list of ALL major worldwide marathons |
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| Jun 2013 | ||
| Sun | 16 Jun | TRARALGON HARRIERS - MARATHON RUNNING FESTIVAL (VIC) The Traralgon Marathon & Running Festival is "Australia's Oldest current Marathon" this is the 46th. Enjoy the "Friendly Marathon" running festival. It is ideal for those starting out or wanting to avoid the crunch of the big events, enjoy some wonderful country hospitality. contact: Todd Houghton Race Director on 0429 040 029. email: THoughton@hvp.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Fri-Sun | 28-30 Jun | THREE MARATHONS IN THREE DAYS (QLD) A brilliant event, not to be missed if you are clocking up the marathons or an Ultra runner who wants to give a staged-race a go. This event is not for the faint-hearted! And if you don't like a challenge or hills, don't bother. The event is run in three stages, each 42.2km, run over three consecutive days. Or you can choose to do only Marathon 3 - the Cairns Marathon. Parking/Accommodation: Ample parking at all venues and overnight accommodation available at Cedar Park, Speewah and Cairns. contact: Lorraine Lawson 0450 324 637. email: info@3marathonsin3days.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 30 Jun | CAIRNS MARATHON, CAIRNS (QLD) Part dirt road and part bitumen, this point to point race provides a challenge for those who don't like hills! A great event as it's also the last day of the 3 Marathons in 3 Days and everyone finishes with a spectacular view over Cairns City. contact: Lorraine Lawson. email: info@3marathonsin3days.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Jul 2013 | ||
| Sat-Sun | 6-7 Jul | GOLD COAST AIRPORT MARATHON (QLD) The 35th annual Gold Coast Airport Marathon will be staged on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 July 2013 in one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world in Queensland, Australia. Regarded as one of Australia's premier sporting events, the Gold Coast Airport Marathon is set to attract more than 28,000 participants of all ages and abilities from Queensland, interstate and overseas. The race program offers something for everyone, with the full 42.195km Gold Coast Airport Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km Run, 5.7km Challenge and the Junior Dash 4km and 2km races. The Gold Coast Airport Marathon course is renowned worldwide for being flat, fast and scenic, running alongside the beautiful Broadwater and sparkling surf beaches. The climate is traditionally good for running, with low humidity, no wind and mild temperatures, creating great conditions to achieve a personal best time. All finishers will be rewarded with a commemorative medal and certificate, plus a shirt or cap. There is also the opportunity for participants to fundraise for the event's official charity, Cancer Council Queensland, or another charity of their choice. The Gold Coast Airport Marathon provides entrants with the perfect opportunity to explore one of the world's leading holiday destinations as direct flights to Gold Coast Airport from regional Queensland, interstate and around the world are available. Entries open Monday 18 March 2013. contact: Events Queensland Gold Coast. email: info@goldcoastmarathon.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 7 Jul | GERALDTON RUNFEST 2013 (INCLUDING THE 14TH ANNUAL GERALDTON MARATHON) (WA) Geraldton Harriers will host its 14th annual marathon and half marathon as part of Run Fest 2013 this July. It will be based at the Geraldton Foreshore and the course will extend along Champion Bay, St Georges Beach, Chapman River, Pages Beach and Point Moore. Last year's event attracted 137 participants from all across WA, interstate and overseas but we are working very hard on delivering a highly patronized, professionally run and inclusive event with major prizes on offer. Run Fest 2013 has other feature events including a 10km or 5km run/walk and school and corporate team challenges. contact: Runfest@geraldtonharriers.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 7 Jul | SHOALHAVEN KING OF THE MOUNTAIN (NSW) Whether you’re a marathon specialist, a half marathon enthusiast or simply like running over mountains – then the 32km Shoalhaven King of the Mountain could be just what you're looking for. A very friendly, well organised long distance event that takes in the best sights and native sounds of the local area. Only 1.5 hours drive from Sydney, the "King" travels from the quiet rural village of Cambewarra(near Nowra - South Coast NSW) over Mt Scanzi to the historic township of Kangaroo Valley. *Transport provided from finish to the start Runners of all levels are welcome in this locally run event (since 1966). Entries taken online, via post or on the day. contact: Doug Jeffrey 0407 441 889. email: admin@kingofthemountainnowra.org.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Mon-Sat | 8-13 Jul | BIG RED RUN (QLD) The Born to Run Foundation has established a new running event in the Simpson Desert based out of Birdsville, Queensland in 2013. The Big Red Run will be an exciting week long event, covering uncharted parts of the Simpson Desert as well as a sunset concert atop Big Red featuring Australian music legend, John Williamson. Runners can choose from the Big Red Run; a 250km 6 day stage race, the Big Red Dash; a 42k marathon from Birdsville to Big Red, or the Born to Run 100km; a unique 100km desert run. This event will be Australia's first and only 250km multi stage desert running race. Funds raised from the Big Red Run will go to the Born to Run Foundation to help achieve its objectives, including funding Type 1 diabetes research. contact: Adrian Bailey 0061 402 026 018 Australia / 0064 21 991 899 New Zealand. email: adrian@borntorun.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 14 Jul | LJ HOOKER BROOME MARATHON FESTIVAL (WA) Cable Beach, Broome, WA 42.2km LJ Hooker Broome Marathon, 19.6km Coconut Wells Run, 11.3km Matso's Dash. All along the picturesque hard packed sand of Cable Beach contact: Glenn Taylor. email: gt@fitevents.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 28 Jul | WESTLINK M7 CITIES MARATHON (NSW) The Westlink M7 Cities Marathon is again scheduled for the last Sunday in July 2013. The course is predominantly held on the Westlink M7 Shared Pathway from Prestons (Liverpool City Local Government Area) and finishes at Blacktown International Sports Park Athletics Stadium, Rooty Hill. The Marathon course is IAAF/AIMS Certified and is supported by the Marathon Relay Challenge (21.1km x 2 Runners) and the Kids Marathon Series (2.195km). Marathon & Relay race start time is 7.00am. contact: Mark Gibson (02 9839 6075) during business hours. email: mark.gibson@blacktown.nsw.gov.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Aug 2013 | ||
| Sun | 4 Aug | DEVILBEND FUN RUN - 5KM, 10K & 21.1KM (VIC) Bucolic would be the best way to describe this run. Devilbend Reservoir is located slap bang in the middle of the Mornington Peninsula about 19km from Frankston. If you want a good hitout on a softer surface in the leadup to the Melbourne Marathon then get into it. If you want to run in a Devil suit then go right ahead and we'll sling you a free entry. contact: Richard Does. email: info@devilbend.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat-Sun | 17-18 Aug | WAGGA WAGGA TRAIL MARATHON RUNNING WEEKEND (NSW) Just one week after the City2Surf, August 17-18th 2013 is the date set for the unique Wiradjuri walking Track, Wagga Wagga Trail Marathon Running Weekend. Saturday 17th August will be the 5 km fun run and Sunday August 18th will be the cross-country trail marathon that is 95% off-road. On the day will be a marathon relay, a half marathon and a 10km run, something for all the family. Wagga Wagga Road Runners (WWRR) hosted the 5th Wagga Wagga Trail Marathon in 2012 with a big increase in runner numbers. Most runners say that running trails are so much more interesting then running around hard road. The newest 5% of the trail is a little hilly with spectacular views around the area. contact: Helen Allen. email: waggawaggamarathon@bigpond.com. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 18 Aug | ALICE SPRINGS ULTRA MARATHON (NT) The inaugural Alice Springs Ultra Marathon event is a 60km event consisting of both road and trail along the Red Centre's most attractive backdrop, the picturesque West MacDonnell Ranges. Competitors will complete and out and back course covering some of the most magnificent views that the outback has to offer. A marathon and half-marathon will also be on offer. contact: Danny Fraser. email: danny.fraser@ntschools.net. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 25 Aug | 7 SUNSHINE COAST MARATHON & COMMUNITY RUN FESTIVAL (QLD) Marathon course is four scenic laps along closed, beachfront roads. Runners have five distances to choose from including 2km, 5km, 10km, 21km and 42km. This is the second year for the event with 5000 runners taking part in 2012 and $150,000 raised for charity. contact: Jason Crowther - Atlas Multisports. email: info@atlasmultisports.com.au. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 25 Aug | ADELAIDE MARATHON RUNNING FESTIVAL (SA) The Athlete's Foot Adelaide Marathon Running Festival shows off the City of Churches in all its glory - from the River Torrens, historic North Terrace and majestic Botanic Gardens to the beautiful, unique parklands that ring the entire CBD. The fun, flat course is conducive to great times. As well as the marathon, there is also half marathon, 10km and 5km events to enter. contact: SA Road Runners Club. email: office@sarrc.asn.au. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sep 2013 | ||
| Sun | 1 Sep | DUBBO STAMPEDE (NSW) Enjoy one of NSW's most unique running festivals. Be immersed in the hospitality and warmth of a thriving rural community and seize the special opportunity to run "around the world". Whether choosing the 5.5km, 10km or 21.1km race, runners will journey past animals from all over the globe at the famous Taronga Western Plains Zoo, as well as the opportunity to follow the course of the Macquarie River as it meanders west, in the more challenging half marathon. A marathon is currently under consideration. Confirmation will be soon. contact: John Robins. email: contact@dubbostampede.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sat | 28 Sep | PATAGONIAN INTERNATIONAL MARATHON () The history of Patagonian International Marathon has begun! After a successful first edition in September 2012, when almost 400 runners from 17 countries enjoyed running through the amazing natural wonders of the Torres del Paine National Park, and in so doing, contributing to the conservation and reforestation of Patagonia, NIGSA now proudly presents to you the Patagonian International Marathon 2013. contact: Pete Clayden. email: pete@nigsaworld.com. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Oct 2013 | ||
| Sat-Sat | 19-26 Oct | 777 - 7 MARATHONS. 7 STATES. 7 DAYS (WA) Join us in supporting Bravehearts Charity on the marathon adventure of a lifetime! Meeting in Perth on Saturday Oct 19th to run our first marathon Sunday morning and finishing in Brisbane on Saturday Oct 26th. Participants are required to fundraise a minimum of $10 000 for the Bravehearts Charity and they run, fly, stay for FREE! If you are only able to join us for 1 run minimum fundraise is $1000 contact: Kate Gazzard. email: kate@centori.com.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 27 Oct | NED KELLY CHASE (100KM) (VIC) A 100km, fully bitumen sealed, essentially flat course starting and finishing in Wangaratta, NE Victoria. The course utilises the Murray to Mountain Rail Trail to Gapsted (~47km), the Snow Road to Milawa (~27km) and fully sealed cycling paths back to the finish at Wangaratta. The event is "Time Trial" based so that entrants receive support from other runners when they need it most - in the later stages of the event. Entrants need to consider their abilities and select a start time with a view to finish as close as possible to 2pm. Presentations will take place at a local restaurant at 4pm ahead of a celebration 3-course options buffet dinner (with gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian choices) at 4:30pm included in the entry fee. Entry fees have been kept as reasonable as possible. There is also a 2 person team option (50km each), a 4 person relay option (approx 25km each) and a RunNBike option (2 people, 1 bike). Ned Kelly styled medals will be provided to finishers plus customised event bibs, great tech fabric (coolmax) T-shirts for sale and other benefits and features. contact: Justin & Sharon Scholz. email: justinscholz@telstra.com. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Nov 2013 | ||
| Sun | 3 Nov | CANEGROWERS GREAT BARRIER REEF MARATHON (QLD) The CANEGROWERS Great Barrier Reef Marathon Festival (GBRM) is set to be the epic event of the 2013 calendar year. Held in Port Douglas, Queensland, the GBRM offers a course like no other taking in views of the Coral Sea, magnificent Four Mile Beach, World Heritage rainforest, cane fields and finishing down Macrossan Street. Dubbed the "world's best" by none other than marathon legend Steve Moneghetti, the Great Barrier Reef Marathon Festival is the one to mark on your racing and social calendar. Why not team up this epic event with a family holiday or get away with friends? Visit the Great Barrier Reef, experience the Daintree, and even join our Melbourne Cup in Paradise Party when you enter one of the most unique marathon events in Australia. Registration and accommodation packages available online www.greatbarrierreefmarathon.com.au contact: Mick Whalen. email: mick@pdem.com.au. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
| Sun | 17 Nov | MARYSVILLE MARATHON FESTIVAL (VIC) 50km trail race (<3km on bitumen) with shorter options (4k, 10k, half marathon, marathon). This event started as a fundraiser after the severe bushfires of 2009 and continues primarily as a fundraising event. contact: Brett saxon. email: brsaxon@bigpond.net.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Sun | 17 Nov | MARYSVILLE MARATHON FESTIVAL (VIC) 50km trail race (<3km on bitumen) with shorter options (4k, 10k, half marathon, marathon). This event started as a fundraiser after the severe bushfires of 2009 and continues primarily as a fundraising event. contact: Brett saxon. email: brsaxon@bigpond.net.au. Visit the website for more details. |
| Feb 2014 | ||
| Sat | 22 Feb | SHOTOVER MOONLIGHT MOUNTAIN MARATHON () Shotover Moonlight Mountain Marathon Wanaka Beer Works Half Marathon Queenstown Rafting 10km Skippers Canyon Jet 5km Promo video: www.activeqt.co.nz/events/shotover-moonlight/shotover-moonlight-mountain-marathon/moonlight-marathon-movie/ contact: Adrian Bailey. email: adrian@activeqt.co.nz. Visit the website for more details. Click here for an entryform. |
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