What race categories and distances are available?

• →Marathon (42.195km)
• →Half Marathon (21.1km)
• →Wheelchair Half Marathon (21.1km)
• →10KM
• →5KM

What is the event schedule and start times?

Saturday, 25 April 2026

• →5KM Mass Start: 2:00 PM
• →5KM Women's Elite: 3:15 PM
• →5KM Men's Elite: 3:45 PM

Sunday, 26 April 2026

• →Federation University Wheelchair Half Marathon: 7:55 AM
• →Federation University Half Marathon: 8:00 AM
• →Marathon: 8:00 AM
• →10KM: 11:30 AM

What are the course details and routes?

• →Marathon: Two laps of a 21.1km Steve Moneghetti-designed course featuring autumn colours and historic buildings. View the route on Strava ↗.
• →Half Marathon & Wheelchair Half: A flat and fast loop through Victoria Park, the Arch of Victory, and Lake Wendouree, finishing on Lydiard and Sturt Streets. View the route on Strava ↗.
• →10KM: An autumnal city route suitable for various fitness levels. View the route on Strava ↗.
• →5KM: Two laps of a 2.5km course through gold rush-era streetscapes. View the route on Strava ↗.

Are there any age restrictions for the races?

• →Marathon: 18 years or older on race day.
• →Half Marathon & Wheelchair Half: 16 years or older on race day.
• →10KM: 13 years or older on race day.
• →5KM: No age restriction; however, runners aged 12 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult.

What are the cut-off times for each distance?

• →Marathon: 6 hours
• →Half Marathon & Wheelchair Half: 6 hours
• →10KM: 2 hours 30 minutes

What are the elite qualifying times for the 10KM?

• →Men: Sub 30:00
• →Women: Sub 35:00

Where and when can bibs be collected?

Bib collection is located at Civic Hall, 300/304 Mair St, Ballarat Central. Please note that all bibs must be collected in person; they will not be posted.

• →Friday, 24 April: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• →Saturday, 25 April: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Note: 5KM bib collection closes at 1:30 PM)
• →Sunday, 26 April: 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM (Marathon/Half); 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM (10KM)

Is there a bag drop facility available?

• →Yes, bag drop is located at The Mining Exchange, 16 Lydiard St North, Ballarat Central.