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  • A large group of people taking part in the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival, running across Princess Bridge over the Yarra River, with tall city buildings and trees in the background, set against a blue sky.
  • Spectators at the Melbourne Marathon Festival finish area, holding signs in support of the runners.
  • Three young athletes smiling together while wearing medals after a competitive running event outdoors.
  • Four friends wearing pale blue identical singlets and race bibs, smiling and hugging at the completion of the Melbourne marathon running festival.
10 – 11 Oct

Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival

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  • Fitness

The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival returns this October for an unforgettable two-day celebration of running, movement and community.

Bringing together more than 60,000 participants, the festival offers distances for every age and ability, from Saturday’s Mini Marathon, 3km, 5km and10km, through to Sunday’s Nike Half Marathon and the iconic Nike Melbourne Marathon. From those chasing a personal best, taking on their first event or cheering from the sidelines, every participant will experience the unforgettable finish line inside the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

There are still places available in the Mini Marathon, 3km, 5km and 10km events. Entry for spectators to view the event is free.

More than a race, the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival is one of Melbourne's most iconic sporting events, bringing the city together through movement, community and the shared achievement of race day.

Hours

Date Times
Sat 10 Oct
  • 8am - 4pm 8:00am - 4:00pm
Sun 11 Oct
  • 7.30am - 2pm 7:30am - 2:00pm

Location

Melbourne Cricket Ground
Brunton Ave
Richmond 3002

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Price and bookings

From $30 to $90

Book online for Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival

Contact details

  • email address: enquiries@melbournemarathon.com
  • Visit website for Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival
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