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Bendigo Fun Run

February 28, 2027 · 7:30 AMBendigo, Victoria, Australia

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Race Day

79°F

Feels warm

Total elevation gain

230ft

Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft

Crowd Rating

3/ 10

Moderate spectator support

The Lowdown

The Bendigo Fun Run is a community running day in the centre of Bendigo, Victoria, organised by Rosalind Events and run as the Bendigo Ford Fun Run, presented by Bendigo Ford. The half marathon starts at 7:30 am at Sidney Myer Place and covers one 1.1 km lap of Pall Mall followed by four laps of a 5 km city circuit, finishing in Rosalind Park near the rotunda. The course mixes closed roads with walking and bike paths, and there is an uphill section on Park Road. Shorter options include a 10 km, a 5 km run/walk, a 3 km short course and a 1 km kids dash. Proceeds support the Bendigo Health Foundation, and the 2026 edition drew a record 3,500 registrations.

Previous edition results — 2026

Course Highlights: 01Sidney Myer Place – half marathon start
02Pall Mall – one 1.1 km opening lap
03Alexandra Fountain – on the opening lap in the city centre
04Bridge Street – two drink stations on the 5 km circuit
05Golden Dragon Museum – passed on the circuit
06Ulumbarra Theatre – passed on the circuit
07Queen Elizabeth Oval roundabout – on the circuit
08Bendigo Conservatory – passed near the finish
09Rosalind Park – finish near the rotunda
Also on this race weekend: 10K · 5K
Time Limit: 3 hours

Minimum Age: 16 years
Entry Methods: Online registration through Race Roster
Bendigo Business Challenge teams are priced as per the 5 km and invoiced by the organisers
Eligibility: Half marathon runners must be 16 or older on event day
10 km runners must be 13 or older on event day
Kids Dash runners must be under 13 on event day
Participants under 18 need parental permission
Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult during the event
Cancellation & Refund Policy: Refunds are available minus a $10 admin and Race Roster fee, up until 5 pm on Friday 13 February in the 2026 edition
Transfers go through the Transfer option on the Race Roster listing for a $10 admin fee
No refunds are given for downgrading to a shorter event

01: Half marathon runners start in two waves: Wave 1 for those under 95 minutes and Wave 2 for those over 95 minutes.
02: Runners past a cut-off are not removed from the course but receive no official electronic time.
03: Bibs are not posted; they hold a timing chip and are collected at VERVE Running during race week or at the Rosalind Park Event Village.
04: Prams are allowed and must start at the back or in the pram wave.
05: Dogs are not allowed on the course or in the Event Village, except assistance dogs.
06: Proceeds support the Bendigo Health Foundation, with over A$325,000 raised since 2022.

Questions about the Bendigo Fun Run 2027

When is the Bendigo Fun Run 2027?

Sunday, February 28, 2027.

Where is the Bendigo Fun Run?

Bendigo, Victoria, Australia.

What time does the Bendigo Fun Run start?

The race starts at 7:30 AM, local time.

What is the Bendigo Fun Run time limit?

3 hours.

How do I enter the Bendigo Fun Run 2027?

Registration is open. Ways in: Online registration through Race Roster; Bendigo Business Challenge teams are priced as per the 5 km and invoiced by the organisers.

How much does the Bendigo Fun Run 2027 cost?

Half Marathon: A$85. 10 km Fun Run (Adult): A$60. 5 km Run/Walk (Adult): A$45. 3 km Short Course (Adult): A$25.

What is the Bendigo Fun Run elevation gain?

70 m (230 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Relatively flat course.

What is the Bendigo Fun Run course like?

It passes Sidney Myer Place, Pall Mall and Alexandra Fountain.

What is the weather like at the Bendigo Fun Run?

The race-day average is 26 °C (79 °F). Feels warm.

Where are the Bendigo Fun Run results?

The official 2026 results are on the organizer's site. Official results

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