Please note the Highlands Running Festival is now SOLD OUT!
Join us at Oxley College, Bray Fields on Sunday 22nd March 2026 for the very first Highlands Running Festival presented by everyday better+! Take your pick from the 21.1 km Half Marathon, 10 km, 5 km, or the family-friendly 2 km Dash.
With stunning riverside paths along the Bong Bong Common Track and a buzzing event atmosphere, it’s set to be a race day you won’t forget — whether you’re aiming for a PB or simply enjoying running in the Southern Highlands.
Every runner will take home a special Southern Highlands finisher’s medal, enjoy post-race treats, score sponsor goodies, and receive an online finisher certificate.
LOCATION
Oxley College Bray Fields, Burradoo NSW 2576
EVENTS ON THE DAY
Half Marathon, 10km, 5km & 2km (Family Dash) available
THE COURSE
This event offers a fully pathed course following the Bong Bong Common Track.
Pricing:
| Pricing | Half Marathon | 10k | 5k | 2k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early Bird (First 100 runners) | $80 | $50 | $38 | $28 |
| Standard Entry (Until 4 weeks before race day) | $95 | $62 | $48 | $35 |
| Late Entry (Until race day) | $110 | $75 | $55 | $40 |
EVENT INFORMATION
7:00 am: Registration Opens.
8:00 am: everyday better+ 10 km race event
8:20 am: Active Foot Clinic Half Marathon race commences.
9:30 am: Oxley College 5 km race commences.
10:00 am: Macey Insurance Brokers 2 km Family Dash race commences
10:30 am: Prize giving ceremony.
The event village is only reachable by walking, cycling, or by car, as there is no Public Transport available on a Sunday morning. There is parking available at Oxley College and the surrounding residential streets.
All event distances are professionally chip timed by Multisport Australia.
We will have water stations throughout the full course that will have both water and Tailwind Nutrition for competitors to consume.
– Half Marathon: 2 km, 4.7 km, 5.3 km, 8 km, 12.6 km, 15.3 km, 15.9 km & 18.6 km
– 10 km: 2 km, 4.7 km, 5.3 km & 8 km
– 5 km: 2 km & 3 km
Each finisher will receive a Southern Highlands-themed medal at the finish line as well as other sponsor giveaways.
The 2 km race is a Family Dash event aimed at getting youngsters involved in healthy outdoor activities. An accompanying adult can run with their child for an additional $10. Register your child first, then add an accompanying adult bib during the registration options. Please note the accompanying adult will not be timed and will not receive a finisher’s medal.
There are no cut-off times for the 2 km, 5 km, or 10 km. There is a cut-off time of 3.5 hours for the Half Marathon event.
Race bibs are printed three weeks before race day and posted two weeks out. To have your name on your bib, make sure you register at least three weeks before the event. If you’d like your bib posted, the cut-off is two weeks before race day.
There will be a photographer present on the course taking photos of you, which will be posted on our socials following the race.
There WILL be other pedestrians and cyclists on the paths. We recommend you do not use earphones, and you need to pay close attention to everything around you. Please be aware of people, cyclists, and dogs.
Race times are subject to minor changes.
Our Event Sponsors
Silver Sponsor
Everyday Better+ go beyond traditional training, creating an ecosystem where movement, recovery, and connection come together to make a real difference.
With purpose-driven movement, recovery that fuels progress, and a culture where being “better” is a way of life, Everyday Better+ offers a premium, intentionally designed space. From high-performance equipment to a refined atmosphere, every detail supports a personalised fitness journey – helping their members thrive every day.
If you’re curious about experiencing their facilities first-hand, contact them on 02 4871 0112.
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Would you like to volunteer at the Highlands Running Festival?
We are always on the lookout for volunteers on race day to help out with course marshalling and registration. It’s a great way to experience the buzz of race day without having to tie up the laces. In addition to being amongst the energy of the race, Race Hub Australia are delighted to offer volunteers the following as a thank you for their help on the day:
- Free entry to any future race ($60 max)
- Free morning coffee
- Post event breakfast with staff and volunteer
