Gold Coast Marathon

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Sports & AdventureGold Coast
DatesDates TBA · Usually JulyCheck locally before booking
Duration2 daysListed event span
CrowdSmall5769
Best forCompetition, enduranceThe course's run through Surfers Paradise
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: AUD
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Gold Coast Marathon in Gold Coast

The Gold Coast Marathon has run every July since 1979, tracing a flat, fast coastal course through Surfers Paradise and the Broadwater Parklands that has earned World Athletics Gold Label status. The multi-distance program, including a full marathon, half marathon, 10-kilometre run and shorter fun run, draws elite athletes chasing qualifying times alongside tens of thousands of club runners and first-timers each winter weekend.

The Gold Coast Marathon has run every July since 1979, making it one of Australia's longest-running major road races and, over more than four decades, one of its largest, drawing tens of thousands of runners across a program that includes the full marathon, a half marathon, a 10-kilometre event and a shorter fun run.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The course's run through Surfers Paradise gives the marathon one of the most photographed backdrops of any Australian road race, with the city's high-rise skyline and beachfront apartments lining the route as spectators cheer from balconies and cafes

02

The mystery stays covered

Its flat, fast profile and World Athletics Gold Label status draw elite runners specifically chasing qualifying times, while the multi-distance program means casual participants and families can join a shorter event on the same weekend

03

The city starts moving

That combination of elite competition and mass community participation gives the Gold Coast Marathon a broader festival feel than many comparably sized road races

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The event has kept its coastal course through Surfers Paradise and the Broadwater Parklands as its defining feature since 1979

Water and renewal

Living ritual

pairing a Gold Label elite race with shorter community events on the same race weekend

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually July

Getting around

Getting to Gold Coast Marathon works best when arrival and return routes are decided before the busiest part of the day.

What to wear

Wear lightweight running gear suited to mild, dry winter mornings, with layers to remove as the day warms; sun protection is still worthwhile despite the cooler season.

Safety

Gold Coast Marathon is easier when spectators give competitors, vehicles and staff room to work.

Where to stay

For peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Gold Coast.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

AUD

Family friendly

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Interactive map28.00 S, 153.43 EOpen in Google Maps

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Nearest airportOOL — Gold Coast
TransportGetting to Gold Coast Marathon works best when arrival and return routes are decided before the busiest part of the day.
Stay areaFor peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Gold Coast.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Gold Coast via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Gold Coast, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for July.Compare faresFestival gearWear lightweight running gear suited to mild, dry winter mornings, with layers to remove as the day warms; sun protection is still worthwhile despite the cooler season.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Australia and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Gold Coast Marathon?

Gold Coast Marathon is listed for Past edition: 4–5 July 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Gold Coast Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in Gold Coast, Australia. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

2 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

How big is it?

Small: 5769

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLgoldcoastmarathon.com.au
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually July
Source statusOfficial source linked
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