Weipa Running Festival 2026

Experience the vibrant energy of Weipa Running Festival, set for July 26th, 2026. This year's festival offers runners an array of distances from the lively 2.5km Fun Run to the grueling Marathon and Half Marathon races. Join teams in relays or compete solo—there’s a challenge for every level of runner.
The Weipa Running Festival welcomes both local participants running on-site and virtual entrants competing worldwide. For those with younger athletes, we have a special 2.5km Fun Run designed to entertain children while ensuring their safety through our strict insurance policies. Parents accompanying kids in the Fun Run must be registered for an in-person event.
Team spirit is at its peak this year as Weipa Running Festival introduces team events. Compete in either a Half Marathon or Marathon Relay, with teams of two or four runners each. Or, take on The Mission Team Event, where one runner per distance level—Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and 2.5km Fun Run—must be nominated to ensure your team’s success.
For the younger crowd, we have dedicated junior (ages 17 and under) categories for both in-person and virtual races. Adults can also compete in their respective age groups across all distances. Rio Tinto Weipa has generously covered registration fees for the 5km in-person event, making it accessible to more runners.
As always, we offer personalized race bibs and finisher medals to all participants. The interschool sports house competition returns this year, encouraging school spirit through team participation. Ensure your child’s school is registered by providing their details during sign-up.
Weipa Running Festival promises a memorable day filled with scenic routes and supportive crowds. Whether you're running for fun or competing in the serious categories, the festival atmosphere will keep you motivated throughout your journey.
Registration closes on July 24th at noon, but transfers to virtual events are available after this date. Withdrawals before June 30th incur a 20% administration fee; no refunds are given afterward except for transfers only. Participants should note that children in prams do not receive race bibs, and non-Weipa virtual entries after June 30th will also lack these items.
Join us at Weipa Running Festival to celebrate the joy of running with friends and family!