Register for the 2025 Wollongong Running Festival on Sunday 1 June

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Why run Wollongong?

Measured Course and Accurate Timing

Your race bib has a hidden timing chip to ensure that your result is an accurate one from the start line to the finish line.
Stunning Scenery and Mixed Terrain

There’s no course quite like this one. Stunning ocean views, iconic Wollongong landmarks, parkland and lush bushland.
Lively Course Atmosphere

Our dedicated team of trained volunteers and marshalls are renowned for providing unparalleled support, ensuring runner safety, and delivering the ultimate race experience.
Something for Everyone

This is a festival of running! We encourage runners of all abilities, ages and running experience. We offer a Half Marathon, a 10km, a 5km and a 2km.
Everyone's a Winner

Your achievement should be celebrated and remembered which is why everyone will receive a tangible reminder marking the accomplishment of completing the race.
Stay and Play

Our race precinct offers enjoyment for both runners and spectators, featuring a range of food options, recovery zones, post-race massage, and a running expo.

McGrath Wollongong
Running Festival
Sunday 1 June, 2025

Proudly supporting Lifeline South Coast,
Wollongong Running Festival includes:
Kids 2km fun run; 5km, 10km and 21.1km events.

Watch highlights from 2024.

Choose your event

2km

Proudly sponsored by Peoplecare Health Insurance.

Help promote healthy active lifestyles from an early age!

The 2km Kids Fun Run is the last event of the day and allows, which allows for maximum participants. This one is a crowd favourite!

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5km

Proudly Sponsored by SAVVY.

$5 from every registration from this event will assist in the ongoing care and treatment for Mark Scott.

Our 5km course is a local loop favourite along the Blue Mile, around the lighthouse, and finishing in Stuart Park.

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10km

Proudly sponsored by Illawarra Credit Union

The 10km is for the more adventurous runner and will take you past the 5km turn towards Towradgi, before you head back to Stuart Park via Puckeys.

Will you run a Wollongong Running Festival PB on this scenic course?

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21.1km

Proudly sponsored by Ericom

The Half Marathon course will be a two loop course to maximise course atmosphere and provide opportunity for spectators to motivate you throughout your race.

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