Few races capture the spirit of Australia running quite like the Horsham Running Festival, returning to Sawyer Park, Horsham, VIC, Australia on Sep 13, 2026. The Horsham Running Festival on 13 September 2026 is held on paths alongside the picturesque Wimmera River in Horsham, Victoria. The event incorporates a Marathon, Half Marathon run and a Quarter Marathon / 10.55km (for runners and walkers).
🏃 Why Run This Race
- Well-organised aid stations and on-course support throughout
- Welcoming local running community in Sawyer Park, Horsham, VIC
- Finisher medal, race day swag and post-race celebration for every participant
🏁 Race Distances & Events
- 2K Family/Kids Run
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles / 21.1 km)
- Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)
🗺️ Course Highlights
- The 21.1km Half is 2 laps of the Quarter Marathon course, and the Marathon is 4 laps.
- There is also a 5km Fun Run, plus a 2km Kids’ Dash for U12s - this is a free event but registration is still required (parents can walk/run with their children).
- All events start in Sawyer Park, Horsham.
📅 Event Details
- Date: Sep 13, 2026
- Location: Sawyer Park, Horsham, VIC, Australia
- Available distances: 2K Family/Kids Run | 5K (3.1 miles) | Half Marathon (13.1 miles / 21.1 km) | Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)
💡 Runner Tips
- Arrive early on race day to collect your bib and warm up properly
- Train consistently in the 12-16 weeks before the event for best results
Tick this one off your bucket list, the Horsham Running Festival is a race runners come back to year after year. Spaces are limited, so register today and join the 2026 field at one of Australia's most iconic events.