McGrath Launceston Running Festival

McGrath Launceston Running Festival Including the top ranked half marathon in the Southern Hemisphere. The race to run your PB. Sunday 31 May 2026

Starting and finishing near Riverbend Park in Launceston, the course hugs the Tamar River, making it the perfect flat course for fast times. A favourite for runners around the world to come and run a personal best for the half marathon, 10km or 5km event. There's also a shorter mile event for those keen to just get some experience!

MILEOur first finishers of the day, and it was almost over before it began - that's how quick they were!In just over 5 ...
05/06/2026

MILE

Our first finishers of the day, and it was almost over before it began - that's how quick they were!

In just over 5 minutes, Arthur Cooney became the first participant ever to cross our brand-new finish line. He was followed home by Lachlan and Matthew.

Our first female finisher was Molly Pilkington, who was pushed all the way to the line by Poppy and Asta.

What a fantastic way to start the day!

It takes a village to raise a child. And it takes a village to put on an event.Thanks to everyone who set up a marquee,...
02/06/2026

It takes a village to raise a child. And it takes a village to put on an event.

Thanks to everyone who set up a marquee, put out a sign, gave something out or helped someone out.

Here's a small snippet of behind the scenes.

01/06/2026

What a day to remember! Thank you all for being part of it! 🙌

30/05/2026

Watch the action unfold live from the World Athletics Elite Label Peppers Silo Half Marathon at the 2026 McGrath Launceston Running Festival. Featuring some of Australia’s best as they take on distance runners from all over the globe.

8:00am start
Sunday 31 May 2026
Live from Launceston, Tasmania

You can watch (and share the link) via YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/rBRo7j1S9ZI

RESULTS ARE LIVE!Robbo was first over the line in 2020, 2022 and 2024... but can he do it again in 2026?This year, you c...
30/05/2026

RESULTS ARE LIVE!

Robbo was first over the line in 2020, 2022 and 2024... but can he do it again in 2026?

This year, you can follow all the action with live tracking and results. Simply click on your favourite participant's name to view their splits at 5km, 10km and 14.3km.

Track the elite race, follow your friends and family, and stay up to date with every move on course!

Results & Live Tracking: https://racetecresults.com/results.aspx?CId=20346&RId=155

ENTRIES CLOSE AT 3PM TODAY!We might not be seeing Jess on the start line this year...But that doesn't mean you shouldn't...
29/05/2026

ENTRIES CLOSE AT 3PM TODAY!

We might not be seeing Jess on the start line this year...

But that doesn't mean you shouldn't be there!

Don't miss your chance to be part of the biggest McGrath Launceston Running Festival ever. Thousands of runners, an electric atmosphere, and an unforgettable day await.

Entries close at 3:00pm sharp today.

Enter now: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/105621/mcgrath-launceston-running-festival

29/05/2026

BIB COLLECTION:

All ready for takeoff at Peppers Silo Hotel, thanks to Launceston Airport.

Bib collection this year also features exhibitors Maurten, Steigen, ASICS, City Cave and merch.

Open the following times;

Friday: 1-6
Saturday: 9-3
Sunday: 6:30 - 10

Address

Riverbend Park
Launceston, TAS
7250

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+611300976049

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