Set for July 27, 2026, the Yeppoon Running Festival offers runners of all ages and abilities the chance to race along the tropical coastlines of Yeppoon, QLD, with breathtaking views over Keppel Bay and Wreck Point Lookout. Taking place over a weekend, the event begins with the 1.6 km Family Fun Run on Saturday, followed by race day on Sunday with the 2 km, 5 km, 10 km, half marathon, and marathon. The courses are flat, fast, and officially measured, making them ideal for PBs or beginner runners alike. Organized with community spirit at its core, the festival supports local causes such as Cooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary, and includes professional chip timing, age-category awards, medals, and a friendly coastal vibe. The event is backed by the Shire of Livingstone and sponsors like Bendigo Bank, CQ Radiology, and Stockland Rockhampton.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
The Bendigo Bank Marathon, Central Queensland’s only marathon, follows a coastal three‑lap route along Anzac Parade and Yeppoon Lagoon, offering flat, fast running with ocean views. Organized by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it takes place on Sunday, 26 July 2026, with start and finish at Anzac Parade / Yeppoon Lagoon, Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia.
The CQU Half Marathon begins early along the picturesque coastal route of Anzac Parade and passes the Wreck Point Lookout, offering springtime views along the Capricorn Coast. Hosted by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it is held on Sunday, 26 July 2026, starting at Anzac Parade, Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia.
The CQ Radiology 10 km is an out-and-back coastal race on the Yeppoon beachfront promenade—flat and fast, ideal for chasing a personal best. Organized by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it runs on Sunday, 26 July 2026, at Anzac Parade, Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia.
The ProFeet 5 km is a community-friendly coastal race along the foreshore and promenade, perfect for fun runners, walkers, and scenic racing. Hosted by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it takes place on Sunday, 26 July 2026, with start and finish at Yeppoon Lagoon / Anzac Parade, Queensland, Australia.
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FAQs
What is the Bendigo Bank Marathon?
How long is the Bendigo Bank Marathon?
Where does the Bendigo Bank Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Bendigo Bank Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Bendigo Bank Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Bendigo Bank Marathon?
The Bendigo Bank Marathon, Central Queensland’s only marathon, follows a coastal three‑lap route along Anzac Parade and Yeppoon Lagoon, offering flat, fast running with ocean views. Organized by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it takes place on Sunday, 26 July 2026, with start and finish at Anzac Parade / Yeppoon Lagoon, Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia.
The Bendigo Bank Marathon is 42km long.
The Bendigo Bank Marathon takes place in Yeppoon QLD, Australia.
The Bendigo Bank Marathon elevation gain is 345 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 Bendigo Bank Marathon?
The Bendigo Bank Marathon, Central Queensland’s only marathon, follows a coastal three‑lap route along Anzac Parade and Yeppoon Lagoon, offering flat, fast running with ocean views. Organized by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it takes place on Sunday, 26 July 2026, with start and finish at Anzac Parade / Yeppoon Lagoon, Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia.
How long is the Bendigo Bank Marathon?
The Bendigo Bank Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Bendigo Bank Marathon take place?
The Bendigo Bank Marathon takes place in Yeppoon QLD, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the Bendigo Bank Marathon?
The Bendigo Bank Marathon elevation gain is 345 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Bendigo Bank 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 Bendigo Bank 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 CQU Half Marathon?
How long is the CQU Half Marathon?
Where does the CQU Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the CQU Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the CQU Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the CQU Half Marathon?
The CQU Half Marathon begins early along the picturesque coastal route of Anzac Parade and passes the Wreck Point Lookout, offering springtime views along the Capricorn Coast. Hosted by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it is held on Sunday, 26 July 2026, starting at Anzac Parade, Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia.
The CQU Half Marathon is 21km long.
The CQU Half Marathon takes place in Yeppoon QLD, Australia.
Runna classifies the CQU Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
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 CQU Half Marathon?
The CQU Half Marathon begins early along the picturesque coastal route of Anzac Parade and passes the Wreck Point Lookout, offering springtime views along the Capricorn Coast. Hosted by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it is held on Sunday, 26 July 2026, starting at Anzac Parade, Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia.
How long is the CQU Half Marathon?
The CQU Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the CQU Half Marathon take place?
The CQU Half Marathon takes place in Yeppoon QLD, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the CQU Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the CQU Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the CQU 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 CQU 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 CQ Radiology 10km?
How long is the CQ Radiology 10km?
Where does the CQ Radiology 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the CQ Radiology 10km?
How can I prepare for the CQ Radiology 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the CQ Radiology 10km?
The CQ Radiology 10 km is an out-and-back coastal race on the Yeppoon beachfront promenade—flat and fast, ideal for chasing a personal best. Organized by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it runs on Sunday, 26 July 2026, at Anzac Parade, Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia.
The CQ Radiology 10km is 10km long.
The CQ Radiology 10km takes place in Yeppoon QLD, Australia.
Runna classifies the CQ Radiology 10km elevation profile as Rolling.
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 CQ Radiology 10km?
The CQ Radiology 10 km is an out-and-back coastal race on the Yeppoon beachfront promenade—flat and fast, ideal for chasing a personal best. Organized by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it runs on Sunday, 26 July 2026, at Anzac Parade, Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia.
How long is the CQ Radiology 10km?
The CQ Radiology 10km is 10km long.
Where does the CQ Radiology 10km take place?
The CQ Radiology 10km takes place in Yeppoon QLD, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the CQ Radiology 10km?
Runna classifies the CQ Radiology 10km elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the CQ Radiology 10km?
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 CQ Radiology 10km?
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 ProFeet 5km?
How long is the ProFeet 5km?
Where does the ProFeet 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the ProFeet 5km?
How can I prepare for the ProFeet 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the ProFeet 5km?
The ProFeet 5 km is a community-friendly coastal race along the foreshore and promenade, perfect for fun runners, walkers, and scenic racing. Hosted by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it takes place on Sunday, 26 July 2026, with start and finish at Yeppoon Lagoon / Anzac Parade, Queensland, Australia.
The ProFeet 5km is 5km long.
The ProFeet 5km takes place in Yeppoon QLD, Australia.
Runna classifies the ProFeet 5km 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 ProFeet 5km?
The ProFeet 5 km is a community-friendly coastal race along the foreshore and promenade, perfect for fun runners, walkers, and scenic racing. Hosted by the Yeppoon Running Festival team, it takes place on Sunday, 26 July 2026, with start and finish at Yeppoon Lagoon / Anzac Parade, Queensland, Australia.
How long is the ProFeet 5km?
The ProFeet 5km is 5km long.
Where does the ProFeet 5km take place?
The ProFeet 5km takes place in Yeppoon QLD, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the ProFeet 5km?
Runna classifies the ProFeet 5km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the ProFeet 5km?
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 ProFeet 5km?
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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