Adelaide Running Events: Local Clubs Launch Five Key Races This Year

The Brooks Adelaide Running Festival is scheduled for Sunday, 3 May 2026 at Adelaide Oval and includes a 42.2km marathon along with half marathon, 10km and 5km options on an AIMS-certified course.

Local Running Groups

The South Australian Road Runners Club, a not-for-profit established in 1980, organises the flagship Adelaide Marathon and serves as the largest running group in South Australia. New participants can connect with SARRC to learn about training support and event entry processes for distances that match their current fitness.

Upcoming Events

Ultra Adelaide offers trail distances from 21km to 100mi and takes place on Saturday, 11 July 2025 in Kuitpo, with the next edition planned for July 2027. The Adelaide Duathlon Series 1 is set for Sunday, 2 August 2026 at Victoria Park. The City-Bay Fun Run provides options from 3km to 21km along the metropolitan coastline on Sunday, 21 September 2025.

What to Know Before Starting

Review each event listing for entry requirements and course details to match personal goals, such as Boston Marathon qualifying standards at the Brooks Adelaide Running Festival. Contact SARRC directly for guidance on group runs and preparation resources available through the club.

Participants can begin by selecting shorter distances like the 5km at the Brooks Adelaide Running Festival or the 3km option at the City-Bay Fun Run before progressing. Checking official event pages supplies the necessary registration steps and any updates on course conditions at venues including Adelaide Oval and Victoria Park.