Gold Coast Marathon
Fast, flat road marathon along Queensland's Gold Coast, featuring a scenic AIMS certified course beside surf beaches and the Broadwater.
| Date | Sunday 5th July, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Distance | Marathon + other events: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Ultra, Fun Run, Wheelchair event |
| Location | Marine Parade |
| Town/City | Southport, Australia |
| Website | Visit website |
The Gold Coast Marathon is Australia's premier road marathon and has been held annually since 1979. Taking place on Queensland's Gold Coast, the event attracts runners from around the world with its flat, fast and AIMS certified course, earning a reputation as one of the Southern Hemisphere's leading marathons and a popular choice for personal bests and qualifying performances.
The course follows the coastline alongside the Gold Coast's renowned surf beaches and Broadwater, combining long flat straights with spectacular ocean views and consistently favourable winter running conditions. Excellent crowd support and a professionally managed course help create an outstanding race experience from start to finish.
The event is organised to international standards with chip timing, extensive aid stations, medical support and a vibrant race weekend atmosphere. As part of a multi race festival featuring events for all ages and abilities, the Gold Coast Marathon has become one of Australia's most prestigious and best known road running events.
Results
| Results | Verification Status |
|---|---|
| 2026 results | Verified |
| 2025 results | Verified |
- Verified
- Chip timing company
- Organiser
- Organiser’s website
- Community
- Social/Other
- Pending
- Results pending
