Nike Melbourne Marathon
Flat road marathon through Melbourne, passing city and coastal landmarks before an iconic finish inside the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
| Date | Sunday 11th October, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Distance | Marathon |
| Terrain | Road |
| Course Profile | Flat |
| Timing | Chip timed |
| Location | Batman Avenue |
| Town/City | Melbourne, Australia |
| Start time | 6:15am |
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The Nike Melbourne Marathon is a major road race through the heart of Melbourne, starting on Batman Avenue and finishing inside the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The course showcases the city and its surroundings, passing landmarks including Albert Park Lake, Flinders Street Station and the St Kilda foreshore.
The marathon follows a fast, flat course designed for efficient running, with wide road sections and a streamlined route through Melbourne. It suits experienced marathon runners targeting a personal best as well as those taking on the distance for the first time, with the course providing a varied mix of city streets and scenic stretches near the coast.
The closing stages bring runners back towards central Melbourne before entering the Melbourne Cricket Ground for the finish. Completing the marathon inside the MCG provides a distinctive end to one of Australia's best known road races and a memorable reward after the journey through the city.
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| Results | Status |
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| 2025 results | Verified |
| 2024 results | Verified |
| 2023 results | Verified |
| 2022 results | Verified |
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