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Melbourne Marathon
Melbourne's marathon festival, finishing at the MCG and usually held on the second Sunday in October.
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OrganiserMelbourne Marathon Festival
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked20 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
The Melbourne Marathon Festival includes the full marathon and shorter events. The 2026 marathon started at 6.15am on Sunday 11 October; the 2027 date has not yet been published.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday 10 October 2027 | Australia | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2028 | Sunday 8 October 2028 | Australia | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2029 | Sunday 14 October 2029 | Australia | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
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