Over the weekend of 25–26 April 2026, Ballarat hosts its annual running festival which spans two days and multiple race distances. On Saturday, a 5 km mass start, a one-mile race, and additional short-distance events begin the weekend’s schedule. On Sunday morning the marathon and half-marathon commence at 8 am, with the 10 km starting later in the morning. The full marathon follows a certified, mostly flat course through Ballarat’s historic city centre and scenic surrounding roads, starting and finishing at Ballarat Town Hall on Sturt Street. With options for elite athletes chasing fast times and fun runners looking for a memorable race in regional Victoria, this event blends community spirit, professional organisation and a destination experience.
Races
Race Date:
26 April, 2026
On Sunday, 26 April 2026, the Marathon starts at 8:00 a.m. from the Ballarat Town Hall, 225 Sturt St, Ballarat Central, organised by the Ballarat Marathon Festival team. This flat, fast certified course loops twice through the historic streets, around Lake Wendouree and past autumnal scenery—ideal for those chasing big goals or PBs.
Race Date:
26 April, 2026
Also beginning at 8:00 a.m. on 26 April 2026, the Half Marathon shares the same start-finish at Ballarat Town Hall and is organised under the same festival umbrella. With one scenic lap of the 21.1 km circuit, this race blends city heritage, lakeside views and a genuine festival feel for half-marathon runners of all levels.
Race Date:
26 April, 2026
The 10K event kicks off at 11:30 a.m. on 26 April 2026, starting from the corner of Sturt and Raglan streets in Ballarat Central and organised as part of the festival. Suitable for runners seeking a shorter but well-supported road race, the 10K offers a crisp, fast route through Ballarat’s autumn cityscape and lakefront.
Race Date:
25 April, 2026
On Saturday, 25 April 2026, the 5K mass start begins at 2:00 p.m. from Ballarat Town Hall, and is organised by the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon Festival team. It’s the perfect introduction to the weekend’s running festivities—fun, engaging, and open to all—while still capturing the history and vibe of Ballarat’s central routes.
Weather based on historical averages. Route data provided by Strava, based on last year's race.
FAQs
What is the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon?
How long is the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon?
Where does the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon?
On Sunday, 26 April 2026, the Marathon starts at 8:00 a.m. from the Ballarat Town Hall, 225 Sturt St, Ballarat Central, organised by the Ballarat Marathon Festival team. This flat, fast certified course loops twice through the historic streets, around Lake Wendouree and past autumnal scenery—ideal for those chasing big goals or PBs.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is 42km long.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon takes place in Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon elevation gain is 98 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon?
On Sunday, 26 April 2026, the Marathon starts at 8:00 a.m. from the Ballarat Town Hall, 225 Sturt St, Ballarat Central, organised by the Ballarat Marathon Festival team. This flat, fast certified course loops twice through the historic streets, around Lake Wendouree and past autumnal scenery—ideal for those chasing big goals or PBs.
How long is the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon take place?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon takes place in Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon elevation gain is 98 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon?
How long is the Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon?
Where does the Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon?
Also beginning at 8:00 a.m. on 26 April 2026, the Half Marathon shares the same start-finish at Ballarat Town Hall and is organised under the same festival umbrella. With one scenic lap of the 21.1 km circuit, this race blends city heritage, lakeside views and a genuine festival feel for half-marathon runners of all levels.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon takes place in Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon elevation gain is 49 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon?
Also beginning at 8:00 a.m. on 26 April 2026, the Half Marathon shares the same start-finish at Ballarat Town Hall and is organised under the same festival umbrella. With one scenic lap of the 21.1 km circuit, this race blends city heritage, lakeside views and a genuine festival feel for half-marathon runners of all levels.
How long is the Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon take place?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon takes place in Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon elevation gain is 49 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Running Warehouse Ballarat Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km?
How long is the Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km?
Where does the Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km?
How can I prepare for the Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km?
The 10K event kicks off at 11:30 a.m. on 26 April 2026, starting from the corner of Sturt and Raglan streets in Ballarat Central and organised as part of the festival. Suitable for runners seeking a shorter but well-supported road race, the 10K offers a crisp, fast route through Ballarat’s autumn cityscape and lakefront.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km is 10km long.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km takes place in Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km elevation gain is 19 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km?
The 10K event kicks off at 11:30 a.m. on 26 April 2026, starting from the corner of Sturt and Raglan streets in Ballarat Central and organised as part of the festival. Suitable for runners seeking a shorter but well-supported road race, the 10K offers a crisp, fast route through Ballarat’s autumn cityscape and lakefront.
How long is the Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km take place?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km takes place in Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km elevation gain is 19 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Running Warehouse Ballarat 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km?
How long is the Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km?
Where does the Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km?
How can I prepare for the Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km?
On Saturday, 25 April 2026, the 5K mass start begins at 2:00 p.m. from Ballarat Town Hall, and is organised by the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon Festival team. It’s the perfect introduction to the weekend’s running festivities—fun, engaging, and open to all—while still capturing the history and vibe of Ballarat’s central routes.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km is 5km long.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km takes place in Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia.
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km elevation gain is 40 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km?
On Saturday, 25 April 2026, the 5K mass start begins at 2:00 p.m. from Ballarat Town Hall, and is organised by the Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon Festival team. It’s the perfect introduction to the weekend’s running festivities—fun, engaging, and open to all—while still capturing the history and vibe of Ballarat’s central routes.
How long is the Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km take place?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km takes place in Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia.
What is the elevation gain of the Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km?
The Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km elevation gain is 40 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Running Warehouse Ballarat 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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