Marathon calendar Australia 2026

Looking for a marathon calendar in Australia for 2026? Run Atlas lists 19 upcoming 42 km races — city majors and regional road marathons with dates you can compare in one place.

Whether you are chasing a personal best or your first finish line, checking marathon dates early helps you secure a start slot and build training around the right peak.

Browse the marathon calendar below month by month. November 2026 is a busy stretch in our listings when several races cluster on weekends.

Many runners pick a flagship race in the capital. Canberra often hosts the most iconic marathon in Australia, while smaller towns offer quieter fields and fast, flat courses.

Once you choose a date, check registration windows — popular spring and autumn weekends fill up months ahead.

World Marathon Majors linked to Australia are highlighted separately — bookmark favourites on Run Atlas and set a RaceAlert when registration opens.