Melrose Great Ocean Road Marathon
Great Ocean Road Marathon is a 44 km coastal road race from Lorne to Apollo Bay, pairing a sold-out destination course with festival-scale logistics.
Quick facts
- Official event page lists the Melrose Great Ocean Road Marathon as part of the May 16-17, 2026 festival.
- Marathon distance is 44 km, not the standard 42.195 km.
- Official registration and results destinations are already published.
About the Melrose Great Ocean Road Marathon
The Melrose Great Ocean Road Marathon is the signature long race inside the Great Ocean Road Running Festival, one of Australia's best-known destination running weekends.
Course
The marathon is a 44 km point-to-point coastal route from Lorne to Apollo Bay. It is longer than the standard marathon distance, so pacing and late-race fueling need extra attention.
Race-day weather
May on Victoria's coast can bring mild temperatures, wind off the Southern Ocean, and quick changes between sun and showers. Exposed coastal stretches are part of the race character.
Past Melrose Great Ocean Road Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, May 16, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, May 17, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, May 18, 2025 | — | — |
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Melrose Great Ocean Road Marathon FAQ
When is the Melrose Great Ocean Road Marathon?
The 2027 Melrose Great Ocean Road Marathon is on Sunday, May 16, 2027.
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