Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival 2026
Sun, 11 Oct
|Batman Avenue, Melbourne
The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival is Australia’s flagship running festival, bringing together elite athletes, charity runners, and first‑timers for a weekend of movement through Melbourne’s most iconic streets.
Time & Location
11 Oct 2026, 6:30 am – 12:30 pm
Batman Avenue, Melbourne, Batman Ave, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
About the Event
The 2026 edition features a full marathon, a wheelchair marathon, a half marathon, and shorter distances—all finishing with a triumphant lap inside the legendary Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
The course takes runners through Albert Park, past Flinders Street Station, along the St Kilda foreshore, and through the heart of the city before culminating on the MCG turf—making it a running experience that blends competitive spirit with a uniquely Melbourne backdrop.
More than just a race, the festival fosters community and charity spirit: participants can fundraise for causes through the “Run For A Cause” program, and the event supports a wide range of charities.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, helping raise funds, or simply enjoying the vibrant race‑festival atmosphere, the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival 2026 is a celebration of running, culture, and community.