The Adelaide Marathon Festival is South Australia's premier running event, offering participants a choice of marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K races. The 2025 festival is set for May 4, with the marathon featuring a flat, two-lap course that begins at Bonython Park in the heritage-listed Adelaide Parklands. Runners pass through iconic sites such as the Adelaide Oval via War Memorial Drive, alongside the River Torrens, and through Botanic Park. The course is AIMS certified, allowing participants to qualify for prestigious races like the Boston Marathon. Organized by the South Australian Road Runners Club, the festival is known for its scenic routes and strong community support.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
10km
5km
Race Date:
04 May, 2025
The Adelaide Marathon offers a nearly flat, two-lap route through the scenic Adelaide Parklands, starting and finishing at Bonython Park. Organized by the South Australian Road Runners Club (SARRC), this AIMS-certified marathon on May 4, 2025, attracts runners aiming for personal bests or a Boston qualifier.
Weather based on historical averages. Route data provided by Strava, based on last year's race.
FAQs
What is the Adelaide Marathon?
How long is the Adelaide Marathon?
Where does the Adelaide Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Adelaide Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Adelaide Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Adelaide Marathon?
The Adelaide Marathon offers a nearly flat, two-lap route through the scenic Adelaide Parklands, starting and finishing at Bonython Park. Organized by the South Australian Road Runners Club (SARRC), this AIMS-certified marathon on May 4, 2025, attracts runners aiming for personal bests or a Boston qualifier.
The Adelaide Marathon is 42km long.
The Adelaide Marathon takes place in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Runna classifies the Adelaide Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Adelaide Marathon?
The Adelaide Marathon offers a nearly flat, two-lap route through the scenic Adelaide Parklands, starting and finishing at Bonython Park. Organized by the South Australian Road Runners Club (SARRC), this AIMS-certified marathon on May 4, 2025, attracts runners aiming for personal bests or a Boston qualifier.
How long is the Adelaide Marathon?
The Adelaide Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Adelaide Marathon take place?
The Adelaide Marathon takes place in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the Adelaide Marathon?
Runna classifies the Adelaide Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Adelaide Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Adelaide Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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