21.1km HALF MARATHON

Sunday 1 March 2026

Are you ready to go the distance in our 21.1km Half Marathon? Enjoy this scenic looped course around Bendigo where you’ll run past Bendigo icons including Ulumbarra Theatre and the Dai Gum San Chinese Precinct.

A new course is set to be realised for the 2026 event. Stay tuned.

Your friends and family will love it as there are plenty of opportunities to cheer you on throughout the morning.

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21.1km HALF MARATHON DETAILS

DATE Sunday 1 March 2026

DISTANCE 21.1km

START TIME 8:00am

START / FINISH LOCATION
Rosalind Park, Bendigo
(Google Maps)

Start line is within Rosalind Park between the Rotunda and the ‘BENDIGO’ sign.
The Finish line is near the Rotunda within Rosalind Park.

BIB COLLECTION

BIB COLLECTION - RACE WEEK
Tues 24th Feb - Fri 27th Feb: Between 10:00am - 5:30pm

From VERVE Running, 114 Williamson St, Bendigo

BIB COLLECTION - RACE WEEKEND

From Rosalind Park Event Village, near the Rotunda.
Entry near Sidney Myer Place.
Saturday 28th Feb: Between 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Sunday 1st March: From 6:30am onwards.

AGE RESTRICTIONS
This event is for people aged 16 years and older.

START DETAILS
This event will see runners sent out in two waves for a safe and happy experience:

  • WAVE 1 - Under 95 mins

    WAVE 2 - Over 95 mins

EVENT CUT-OFF
11:00am (3 hours)

WATER / AID STATIONS
On course at distances to be confirmed.
Please note these will be stocked with lollies, fruit, water and electrolytes.

ENTRY FEES

Prices include GST.

Early Bird: $85.00
(Until midnight 31st January 2026)

Regular: $100.00
(Until midnight 26th February 2026)

Late: $125.00
(Until 15 minutes prior to race start time)

PRIZES
Winners will receive a voucher to VERVE Running, placegetters will receive prize packs from our sponsors.

INCLUSIONS
Finisher medals, professional timing, first aid support, a safe run course, road closures and, of course, fun! All proceeds raised are donated to Bendigo Health Foundation.

course map

New 2026 course maps coming soon!