The Canberra Times Marathon Festival will return in April 2026, bringing thousands of runners to the heart of Australia’s capital city. Participants can take on the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or the 2K Kids run, making it an inclusive event for elite athletes, recreational runners, and families alike. The scenic courses showcase Canberra’s National Triangle, Parliament House, and the sparkling shores of Lake Burley Griffin, offering a mix of city landmarks and natural beauty. Known for its friendly atmosphere, smooth organisation, and lively supporter presence, the festival has become one of Australia’s premier running events.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
Race Date:
12 April, 2026
The Canberra Times TCS Marathon (42.2 km) will take place on Sunday, 12 April 2026 in Canberra, Australia, as the flagship event of the Canberra Times Marathon Festival. It follows a closed-road course around the city’s landmarks, including Lake Burley Griffin and the Parliamentary Triangle.
Race Date:
12 April, 2026
The Canberra Times Half Marathon (21.1 km) will next take place on Sunday, 12 April 2026 in Canberra, Australia, as part of the Marathon Festival. It runs a closed-road course through the city’s landmarks, including Lake Burley Griffin and the Parliamentary Triangle.
Race Date:
11 April, 2026
The Canberra Times Runner’s World 10K will take place on Saturday, 11 April 2026 in Parkes (Canberra), ACT, Australia, as part of the Marathon Festival. The race begins at King George Terrace, winding through scenic roads around Lake Burley Griffin before returning to the finish at John Dunmore Lang Place.
Race Date:
11 April, 2026
ChatGPT said: The Charterpoint 5K is set for Saturday, 11 April 2026 in Canberra, Australia, as part of the Canberra Times Marathon Festival. It follows an out-and-back road course starting and finishing at King George Terrace, winding past Lake Burley Griffin and toward Parliament House.
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FAQs
What is the Canberra Times TCS Marathon?
How long is the Canberra Times TCS Marathon?
Where does the Canberra Times TCS Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Canberra Times TCS Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Canberra Times TCS Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Canberra Times TCS Marathon?
The Canberra Times TCS Marathon (42.2 km) will take place on Sunday, 12 April 2026 in Canberra, Australia, as the flagship event of the Canberra Times Marathon Festival. It follows a closed-road course around the city’s landmarks, including Lake Burley Griffin and the Parliamentary Triangle.
The Canberra Times TCS Marathon is 42km long.
The Canberra Times TCS Marathon takes place in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
The Canberra Times TCS Marathon elevation gain is 285 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
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 Canberra Times TCS Marathon?
The Canberra Times TCS Marathon (42.2 km) will take place on Sunday, 12 April 2026 in Canberra, Australia, as the flagship event of the Canberra Times Marathon Festival. It follows a closed-road course around the city’s landmarks, including Lake Burley Griffin and the Parliamentary Triangle.
How long is the Canberra Times TCS Marathon?
The Canberra Times TCS Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Canberra Times TCS Marathon take place?
The Canberra Times TCS Marathon takes place in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the Canberra Times TCS Marathon?
The Canberra Times TCS Marathon elevation gain is 285 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Canberra Times TCS 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 Canberra Times TCS 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!
What is the Canberra Times Half Marathon?
How long is the Canberra Times Half Marathon?
Where does the Canberra Times Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Canberra Times Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Canberra Times Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Canberra Times Half Marathon?
The Canberra Times Half Marathon (21.1 km) will next take place on Sunday, 12 April 2026 in Canberra, Australia, as part of the Marathon Festival. It runs a closed-road course through the city’s landmarks, including Lake Burley Griffin and the Parliamentary Triangle.
The Canberra Times Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Canberra Times Half Marathon takes place in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
The Canberra Times Half Marathon elevation gain is 140 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
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 Canberra Times Half Marathon?
The Canberra Times Half Marathon (21.1 km) will next take place on Sunday, 12 April 2026 in Canberra, Australia, as part of the Marathon Festival. It runs a closed-road course through the city’s landmarks, including Lake Burley Griffin and the Parliamentary Triangle.
How long is the Canberra Times Half Marathon?
The Canberra Times Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Canberra Times Half Marathon take place?
The Canberra Times Half Marathon takes place in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the Canberra Times Half Marathon?
The Canberra Times Half Marathon elevation gain is 140 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Canberra Times Half 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 Canberra Times Half 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!
What is the Canberra Times Runner's World 10K?
How long is the Canberra Times Runner's World 10K?
Where does the Canberra Times Runner's World 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Canberra Times Runner's World 10K?
How can I prepare for the Canberra Times Runner's World 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Canberra Times Runner's World 10K?
The Canberra Times Runner’s World 10K will take place on Saturday, 11 April 2026 in Parkes (Canberra), ACT, Australia, as part of the Marathon Festival. The race begins at King George Terrace, winding through scenic roads around Lake Burley Griffin before returning to the finish at John Dunmore Lang Place.
The Canberra Times Runner's World 10K is 10km long.
The Canberra Times Runner's World 10K takes place in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
The Canberra Times Runner's World 10K elevation gain is 80 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
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 Canberra Times Runner's World 10K?
The Canberra Times Runner’s World 10K will take place on Saturday, 11 April 2026 in Parkes (Canberra), ACT, Australia, as part of the Marathon Festival. The race begins at King George Terrace, winding through scenic roads around Lake Burley Griffin before returning to the finish at John Dunmore Lang Place.
How long is the Canberra Times Runner's World 10K?
The Canberra Times Runner's World 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Canberra Times Runner's World 10K take place?
The Canberra Times Runner's World 10K takes place in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the Canberra Times Runner's World 10K?
The Canberra Times Runner's World 10K elevation gain is 80 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Canberra Times Runner's World 10K?
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 Canberra Times Runner's World 10K?
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 Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K?
How long is the Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K?
Where does the Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K?
How can I prepare for the Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K?
ChatGPT said:
The Charterpoint 5K is set for Saturday, 11 April 2026 in Canberra, Australia, as part of the Canberra Times Marathon Festival. It follows an out-and-back road course starting and finishing at King George Terrace, winding past Lake Burley Griffin and toward Parliament House.
The Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K is 5km long.
The Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K takes place in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
The Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K elevation gain is 36 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
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 Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K?
ChatGPT said:
The Charterpoint 5K is set for Saturday, 11 April 2026 in Canberra, Australia, as part of the Canberra Times Marathon Festival. It follows an out-and-back road course starting and finishing at King George Terrace, winding past Lake Burley Griffin and toward Parliament House.
How long is the Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K?
The Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K take place?
The Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K takes place in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K?
The Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K elevation gain is 36 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K?
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 Canberra Times Charterpoint 5K?
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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