Highlands Running Festival
Official WebsiteAbout This Event
Two days of running at Bong Bong Common in the Southern Highlands: Half Marathon and 2km Family Dash on Saturday, 10km and 5km on Sunday. Fully pathed course, chip timing and a special 31.1 Medal for doing both the Half and 10km.
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Sunday 21 February
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Half Marathon7am$110
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10km7am$68
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5km8:30am$48
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2km Family Dash10am$35
Entry fees as listed on 27 Oct 2026. Prices often rise after early bird, so check the entry page for today's price.
Quick Facts
- Date
- Sunday, 21 February 2027
- Terrain
- Road
- Location
- Oxley College Bray Fields, Burradoo NSW 2576
- Entry Fee
- $30 - $125 (Half Marathon $95-$125, 10km $58-$75, 5km $38-$55, 2km $30-$40)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Start Time
- Sat: Half Marathon 7:00 AM, 2km 10:00 AM. Sun: 10km 7:00 AM, 5km 8:30 AM
- Good for Beginners
- Yes
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Event Details
Course Description
The Highlands Running Festival follows the fully pathed Bong Bong Common Track alongside the Wingecarribee River, with the event village at Oxley College Bray Fields in Burradoo. The Half Marathon and 2km Family Dash run on Saturday 20 February, while the 10km and 5km run on Sunday 21 February. Water stations stocked with water and Tailwind Nutrition are spread along each course: eight on the Half Marathon (first at 2km, last at 18.6km), four on the 10km and two on the 5km. All distances are chip timed by Multisport Australia, and runners who complete both the Half Marathon and 10km earn the special 31.1 Medal. Elevation is not published by the organiser.
Getting There
The event village is at Oxley College Bray Fields, Burradoo NSW 2576. It can only be reached on foot, by bike or by car, as there is no public transport available on Sunday mornings. Parking is available at Oxley College and on the surrounding residential streets. Bib collection and bag drop open at 6:00 am on both race days.
Where to Stay
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Weather & What to Pack
Late February is summer in the Southern Highlands, with mild to warm days that are usually cooler than Sydney, typically around 12-26 degrees Celsius. Early starts (7:00 am for the Half Marathon and 10km) are the coolest part of the day, though afternoon thunderstorms are possible in summer. Wear light, breathable clothing, a hat and sunscreen, and use the water stations on course. Check the forecast the week of the race.
Race details last updated 23 Oct 2026
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Official WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
What are the entry fees and when do prices rise?
Early Bird (first 100 runners) is $95 Half Marathon, $58 10km, $38 5km and $30 2km. Standard entry, available until 4 weeks before race day, is $110, $68, $48 and $35. Late entry until race day is $125, $75, $55 and $40.
What time do the races start?
On Saturday 20 February the Half Marathon starts at 7:00 am and the 2km Family Dash at 10:00 am. On Sunday 21 February the 10km starts at 7:00 am and the 5km at 8:30 am. Bib collection and bag drop open at 6:00 am each day.
Are there cut-off times?
There is a 3.5 hour cut-off for the Half Marathon. There are no cut-off times for the 2km, 5km or 10km.
What is the 31.1 Medal?
Runners who complete both the Half Marathon on Saturday and the 10km on Sunday earn the special 31.1 Medal, in addition to the finisher's medal.
Can an adult run the 2km Family Dash with a child?
Yes. An accompanying adult can run for an additional $10 by adding an adult bib after registering the child. The adult is not timed and does not receive a finisher's medal.
parkruns near this race
Free, timed 5km every Saturday morning. A good hit-out between races, or an easy shakeout the day before this one.
- Southern Highlands Botanic Gardens parkrun Sat 8:00am · 3.5 km away · Burradoo
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