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Every year, thousands of people cross the globe to experience Australia’s most stunning running event and see the iconic beauty of the Great Ocean Road.
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The Festival is BACK with a weekend long celebration of running, music and wellness hosted in the towns of Lorne and Apollo Bay. Whether you want to entertain the family at our kite festival or relax at a yoga session by the beach followed by an afternoon of live music – we have it all. Just make sure you have your Race Bib on you to gain access to all FREE activities.
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2026 Now On Sale
The Great Ocean Road Running Festival, presented by Melrose, returns on 16–17 May 2026! Following an unforgettable 2025 with more than 11,000 participants and four sold-out distances, we’re already preparing for another spectacular weekend along Victoria’s most iconic stretch of […]
2026 On Sale SOON – Join The Travellers’ Presale
🌊 the great ocean road running festival, presented by Melrose returns 16–17 May 2026 The road is calling… are you in? Registrations for the 2026 Great Ocean Road Running Festival, presented by Melrose, are set to open soon, and trust […]
