2026 Busselton Runners Club Bay Run

The 2026 Busselton Runners Club Bay Run is set to take place on Saturday, 7 February 2026, along the scenic Geographe Bay foreshore in Busselton, Western Australia. The event offers a variety of road running distances, all set on a flat to gently rolling course with views of the bay. Weather forecasts for the event date indicate a high of 23°C with mostly sunny conditions, light winds, and a low chance of precipitation, creating ideal running conditions. Participants can expect a well-organized event with structured race schedules, aid stations, and clear course markings, suitable for both novice and experienced runners.

What distances are available for this event?

• →Marathon (42.2 km)
• →Half Marathon (21.1 km)
• →10 km
• →5 km

What is the race day schedule?

• →Bib collection opens at 5:00 am
• →Compulsory race briefing for Marathon runners at 5:15 am
• →Marathon start at 5:30 am
• →Compulsory race briefing for Half Marathon, 10 km, and 5 km at 6:15 am
• →Half Marathon start at 6:30 am
• →10 km and 5 km starts at 6:45 am
• →Award presentations at 9:30 am
• →Course closure at 10:00 am

What are the cut-off times for each distance?

• →Marathon: 4 hours 30 minutes total; additional checkpoint cut-off at the 32 km mark by 8:50 am
• →Half Marathon: 3 hours 30 minutes
• →10 km and 5 km: 3 hours 15 minutes (course remains open until 10:00 am)

What aid stations are available along the course?

• →Marathon runners will pass 6 aid stations spaced approximately 3–3.5 km apart, offering water, electrolyte drinks, and bananas
• →Aid stations are also positioned at key points on the Half Marathon and longer courses (Vibe Siesta Park, behind Ramada hotel, Quindalup Boat Ramp turnaround)

What are the registration policies?

• →Ticket transfers to another runner are permitted until 11:00 pm, 31 January 2026 via Race Roster (AU$15 admin fee applies; original entrant receives partial refund)
• →No distance changes allowed due to sell-out status
• →No refunds for change of mind or non-participation
• →Event cancellation (due to extreme weather, emergencies, or government directive) triggers a 50% refund of entry fees processed within 30 days. No compensation for travel or accommodation costs
• →No waitlist; no additional entries released after sell-out

What is included in the registration?

• →Access to the race course
• →Aid stations along the route
• →Finish line amenities
• →Award presentations for top finishers
• →Race timing and results

What are the key features of the course?

• →The marathon course is an out-and-back route with multiple U-turns and a final loop through a car park with a hairpin turn into the finish chute
• →The half marathon course is a scenic out-and-back along Geographe Bay Road with a turnaround at Forth Street
• →The 10 km and 5 km courses follow a similar out-and-back format with a turnaround at the Dolphin Road carpark or Busselton Yacht Club
• →All courses feature flat to gently rolling terrain along paved roads and shared paths

What are the key rules for participants?

• →Runners must respect cut-off times due to road closure permits and safety protocols
• →Marathon participants must maintain a pace that allows them to meet the 4 hours 30 minutes total time and the 32 km checkpoint cut-off by 8:50 am
• →All participants are encouraged to carry personal nutrition, as aid stations offer water, electrolyte drinks, and bananas

What awards are given?

• →Award presentations occur at 9:30 am
• →Specific award categories are not detailed in the provided information, but the event is described as showcasing top finishers and offering a competitive environment for runners aiming for personal bests

What is the event organizer?

• →The event is organized by the Busselton Runners Club, a community-focused running group that aims to promote fitness and local tourism through the Bay Run.