2026 Great Ocean Road Running Festival

The Great Ocean Road Running Festival will be held in Lorne & Apollo Bay again in 2026.

Set in what is truly Australia's most stunning place to run, winding along the windswept coast of the Southern Ocean, the scenic course is guaranteed to take your breath away. This unique experience to run or walk along the Great Ocean Road free from traffic is unmissable.

Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF) is proud to be a Charity Partner for 2026 Great Ocean Road Running Festival. With entries in hot demand, we will be offering 30 Charity Superstar entries (15 Full Marathon and 15 Half Marathon) for this iconic race.

Sign up with #TeamACRF and every step you take is more than a stride toward the finish line, it’s a stride toward a world without cancer. With 2 in 5 Australians facing a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, there has never been a more vital time to lace up and take action.

Apply now using the apply for a charity place button, to be one of our 30 Superstars and commit to raising at least $1,000 for ACRF (Please note, fundraising milestones apply).