Run Where the Lakes Meet the Ocean

Lakes Entrance running festival

31 October + 1 November 2026

Where the Coast Becomes Your Course

Get ready to dive in, because the Lakes Entrance Running Festival is shore to be a weekend to remember. From the marathon that will really test your sea legs, to shorter distances perfect for a splash of fun, there’s an event for every runner. With the sparkling Gippsland coast as your course and a festival vibe that flows well beyond the finish line, it’s more than just a run — it’s a coastal getaway that will leave you hooked.

Pick Your Perfect Challenge

Not every runner sails the same seas — that’s why we’ve got a distance for every kind of adventurer. Chase glory over the marathon and test your true sea legs, cruise through the half marathon, find your flow in the 10km, or make a splash in the 5km and 2km fun runs. Whether you’re chasing a PB or just dipping your toes in, there’s a course at Lakes Entrance that’s shore to suit you.

Finish Line Festival

From start to fin-ish, the Festival keeps the tide rolling with live music, local bites, and plenty of shore-side cheer.

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Visit East Gippsland 

Make a splash in East Gippsland — where beaches meet forests, fresh seafood meets local wine, and every trip is shore to be unforgettable.

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