The Gold Coast is one of those places where you can come to chill out, dine on fine food, learn to surf, feed the kangaroos, get close with dolphins and even enjoy a fun run or two.
Here’s a list of upcoming running and triathlon events for 2014 located on the sunny Gold Coast in South East Queensland. The Gold Coast is a great place to run. The all year round sunshine and warmth means there’s no excuse not to get outside in the fresh air.
The popularity of running has grown over the past decade with over 30,000 participants expected at the 36th Gold Coast Marathon Weekend in July. Ten years ago there was a mere 11,000. There are also Park Runs available every weekend in various suburbs, you can check out Park Run for more info.
Runaway Bay Sports Super Centre Challenge
You can sign up for the progressive series or run a 5km race each time. The choice is yours. If you register for all races you end up paying for four with the 5th race being free!
Race 1 – Sunday, Feb 23 – 8km
Race 2 – Sunday, Mar 30 – 10km
Race 3 – Sunday, May 4 – 15km
Race 4 – Sunday, June 1 – 21.1km
Race 5 – Sunday, June 22 – 10km
Want more of a challenge? Check out the Gold Coast 100 Supermarathon with distances between a 10km fun run/walk to the 100km AURA & Athletics Australia National championship – June 8
Gold Coast Marathon – -July 4 -6
Whether you’re a beginner or experienced runner, there’s a race distance for you including the 5.7km, 10km, 21.1km, 42.2km. The Gold Coast Marathon is a weekend for the whole family to enjoy.
Gold Coast Triathlon – Luke Harrop Memorial – Sunday, April 14
Mother’s Day Fun Run – Sunday, May 11
Why not get your mum involved and run/walk the Mother’s Day Fun Run together? Then follow it up with a yummy breakfast with the family.
Gold Coast Bulletin Fun Run – Sunday, Apr 27
Salt Multisport Festival – Sept TBA
Including a swim, bike and run event
Triathlon Pink – October TBA
A great starter race or just to have a bit of fun with friends located at the Runaway Bay Sports Super Centre.
Gatorade QLD Triathlon Series – Robina Race 3 & 5 – October & January TBA
There are seven races in total between September & February each year. Race 1 – Kawana Waters, Race 2, 4 & 7 Raby Bay, Race 6 Caloundra
Another ultra on the Gold Coast, the Kurrawa to Duranbah is held on December 15 with race distances of 15km/30km/50km or a 2 x 25km relay
I know I’ve got my eye on a few of the above…after the baby comes that is 🙂
Happy running in 2014!
