McDonald’s Sunshine Coast Half Marathon
The Sunshine Coast half offers a fast, one-loop Queensland course beside the ocean, with mild winter conditions and a lively coastal finish.
Quick facts
- 21.0975 km AIMS-certified course.
- One-loop coastal route.
- 3:50 cutoff and a minimum age of 14.
- Start and finish at Alexandra Headland.
About the McDonald’s Sunshine Coast Half Marathon
The half is a major Sunday race within the EVA Air Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival. It combines a substantial field, a polished coastal precinct, and an AIMS-certified course designed for both first-time half marathoners and fast age-group racing.
Course
The predominantly flat single loop runs from Alexandra Headland through Mooloolaba and Maroochydore, returning to the Alexandra Parade finish. The route stays close to the coast and closes with the event’s carpeted finish.
Race-day weather
Sunshine Coast winter usually brings mild temperatures, lower humidity, and clear skies. Open coastal stretches can still be breezy, and direct sun becomes more noticeable later in the morning.
Past McDonald’s Sunshine Coast Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, August 1, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, August 2, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Completed | Open results |
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McDonald’s Sunshine Coast Half Marathon FAQ
When is the McDonald’s Sunshine Coast Half Marathon?
The 2027 McDonald’s Sunshine Coast Half Marathon is on Sunday, August 1, 2027.
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