2026 Brisbane River Ultra Midnight Marathon
The 2026 Brisbane River Ultra Midnight Marathon is scheduled to take place from 5:00 PM on Friday, May 8, to 8:00 AM on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in South Brisbane, Australia. Centered at the Queensland Maritime Museum precinct, this road running event utilizes scenic paved paths along the Brisbane River illuminated by city lights. Participants can expect mild autumn temperatures in South Brisbane during this period, typically ranging from overnight lows of 13°C to daytime highs of 22°C, making for cool and stable running conditions throughout the night and early morning.
What are the available race distances and formats?
- →100km Ultra Solo: A distance to be completed within a 15-hour time limit on a 5km loop course.
- →15-Hour Timed Run: A format where runners complete as many 5km loops as possible starting at 5:00 PM.
- →Midnight Marathon (42.2km): A race starting just after midnight, consisting of a 2.2km out-and-back followed by eight 5km loops.
- →Half Marathon Relay (21.1km each): A team event for 2 runners, which can be completed either simultaneously or sequentially.
- →100km Relay Teams: Team formats of 2-5 runners or 5-10 runners, rotating through 5km legs.
What is the course layout?
The event features a supported 5km riverside loop that begins at the Queensland Maritime Museum. The route runs along the Kangaroo Point Cliffs paths toward Captain Burke Park under the Story Bridge before returning to the start. During the final hour of the event, from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM, the course shifts to a 2.5km loop.
When does the event take place?
- →Start time: 5:00 PM on Friday, May 8, 2026.
- →End time: 8:00 AM on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
- →Midnight Marathon start: Just after 12:00 AM.
Where can I find official registration information?
Information and registration are available via Race Roster ↗.