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Adelaide's 2026 Running Calendar: Major CBD and Hills Races Revealed

A review of the major running festivals and runs that shaped the local calendar with specific dates and courses through Adelaide venues.

By Adelaide Cbd Sport Desk · Published 25 July 2026

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The Brooks Adelaide Running Festival took place on 3 May 2026 with a 42.2km marathon, half marathon, 10km and 5km events on an AIMS-certified course through the Adelaide CBD and Parklands.

These events provide structured opportunities for runners of varying distances to participate on certified routes that start and finish in central locations, supporting ongoing local fitness participation in the Adelaide area.

Details drawn from running calendar listings confirm the routes pass through established Adelaide landmarks including Bonython Park and the Parklands, with the GoodRunnings City Run using a loop along the River Torrens at Karrawirra Parri and the Five Peaks event traversing from Athelstone to Belair National Park.

Brooks Adelaide Running Festival

The Brooks Adelaide Running Festival occurred on 3 May 2026 featuring the full 42.2km marathon alongside half marathon, 10km and 5km options on a flat two-lap AIMS-certified course starting and finishing at Bonython Park through Adelaide CBD and Botanic Park.

GoodRunnings City Run

The GoodRunnings City Run was held on 15 February 2026 as a 5km scenic loop along the River Torrens in the heart of the Adelaide CBD, starting and finishing at Karrawirra Parri in North Adelaide.

Five Peaks Trail Running Festival

The Five Peaks Trail Running Festival took place on 19 April 2026 in the Adelaide Hills with multi-distance trail runs from Athelstone to Belair National Park.

No Time To Die Frontyard Ultra

The No Time To Die Frontyard Ultra occurred on 15 May 2026 at Victoria Park in Adelaide Eastside offering ultra distances including 21.1km and 42.2km along with other options from 6.71km upwards.

The City-Bay Fun Run was conducted on 21 September 2025 with 3km, 6km, 12km and half marathon distances along Colley Terrace in Adelaide. Runners interested in similar future events can review details on runningcalendar.com.au and related local listings for registration and course updates.

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