Run Huskisson - Husky Running Festival
Official WebsiteRace day: Saturday, 31 October 2026
Where
Hawke Street (start) to White Sands Park (finish), Huskisson, NSW
About This Event
Run Huskisson is Australia's largest coastal running festival, held in Jervis Bay, NSW on 31 October 2026. Choose from 2.5km, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon or Marathon, starting on Hawke Street and finishing at White Sands Park.
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Saturday 31 October
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Half Marathon6:30am$136
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Marathon9am$179
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10km Run12:30pm$81
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5km Run2pm$58
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2.5km Fun Run3pm$17
Entry fees as listed on 12 Aug 2026. Prices often rise after early bird, so check the entry page for today's price.
Quick Facts
- Date
- Saturday, 31 October 2026
- Terrain
- Road, footpath and grass
- Location
- Huskisson, NSW
- Entry Fee
- $17 - $179
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Start Time
- 6:30am (Half Marathon) to 3:00pm (Fun Run) - staggered by distance
- Good for Beginners
- Yes - 2.5km Fun Run has no minimum age
Event Details
Course Description
Run Huskisson has grown since 2011 into one of Australia's largest coastal running festivals, drawing 7,000+ runners to Jervis Bay each year. All five distances start on Hawke Street and finish at White Sands Park in the seaside village of Huskisson. The 10km, 5km and 2.5km Fun Run stay on road and footpath, while the Half Marathon and Marathon extend the route onto grass sections as well, taking in the town's crystal-clear water views along the way. Five aid stations are spread along the course, offering water, hydration products, coke, lollies and gels at the longer stations. The course is largely flat coastal running, with the Marathon and Half Marathon carrying only modest elevation change. Wheelchairs aren't permitted due to narrow pathways, and prams are welcome only in the 2.5km Fun Run.
Getting There
Huskisson is a coastal village in the Shoalhaven region, about 190km south of Sydney and 200km east of Canberra. Race HQ is at White Sands Park, by Hawke Street. Parking in Huskisson is extremely limited on race day; designated parking areas surround the town, with a complimentary shuttle bus running participants and spectators to and from Race HQ.
Where to Stay
Places to stay near the start, priced for race weekend.
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Weather & What to Pack
Late October is spring on the NSW South Coast, with Huskisson typically seeing daytime temperatures of around 16-23°C and cool mornings near 12-14°C, especially for the early Half Marathon and Marathon starts. Conditions are usually mild with a moderate chance of on-shore sea breezes off Jervis Bay. The event runs rain, hail or shine, so pack for variable coastal weather and dress in layers you can shed as the day warms up.
Race details last updated 13 Sep 2026
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Official WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
What time does each race start?
Marathon starts 9:00-10:00am, Half Marathon 6:30-8:30am, 10km Run 12:30-1:15pm, 5km Run 2:00-2:20pm and the 2.5km Fun Run 3:00-3:10pm, all from the start line on Hawke Street.
What are the cut-off times?
Marathon: 4 hours for the first lap, 7 hours for the full course. Half Marathon: 6 hours. 10km Run: finish by 3:00pm. 5km Run: finish by 3:30pm. 2.5km Fun Run: finish by 4:00pm.
What are the minimum ages for each race?
Marathon: 18+, Half Marathon: 17+, 10km Run: 15+, 5km Run: 12+, 2.5km Fun Run: no minimum age. Age is calculated as of the event date.
Is there a bag drop?
Yes, a bag drop service is available at Race HQ, White Sands Park, Huskisson. Bag tags attach to your race bib - don't leave valuables in your bag.
Are prams, dogs or wheelchairs allowed?
Prams are permitted for the 2.5km Fun Run only. Wheelchairs and dogs are not permitted due to narrow pathways along the course.
parkruns near this race
Free, timed 5km every Saturday morning. A good hit-out between races.
- Huskisson parkrun Sat 8:00am · 1.0 km away · Huskisson
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