2026 Perth Running Festival

Have you ever wanted to experience what it’s like to run onto the playing field at Optus stadium? If so, the 2026 Perth Running Festival is the perfect opportunity for you to do just that.

Perth Running Festival proudly supporting Channel 7 Telethon returns to Optus Stadium on Sunday 11 October!

Run through beautiful Burswood Park and along the picturesque Swan River as you enjoy a beautiful, fast and flat run finishing inside Optus Stadium for a big screen finish.

The Perth Running Festival is a memorable experience for runners of all ages, fitness levels and experience! Choose one out of the four distances; 4km, 10km, Half-Marathon 21.1km and Marathon 42.2km.

Registration discounts available for Regional & Interstate participants.

For full event information, visit perthrunningfestival.com.au.