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Sydney CBD Running Season: Major Races and Events Ahead

Upcoming races and regular fitness sessions set the pace for CBD runners through the coming months.

By Sydney CBD Sport Desk · Published 18 July 2026

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The Blackmoores Sydney Running Festival on 30 August 2026 offers a full marathon, half marathon, 10km and 3.5km family fun run that starts at Milsons Point and finishes at the Opera House.

Blackmoores Sydney Running Festival

Runners can choose distances that suit different levels of experience while taking in the route from Milsons Point across to the Opera House finish line. The event is scheduled for 30 August 2026 and forms part of the local running calendar.

HOKA Runaway Sydney Half Marathon

The annual HOKA Runaway Sydney Half Marathon provides half marathon and 10km options that conclude at Hyde Park near St Mary’s Cathedral. Participants gain views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge at the finish area.

City2Surf

City2Surf is held each year as a 14km course that begins in Sydney CBD and ends at Bondi Beach. It draws over 80,000 entrants annually.

Mother’s Day Classic

The Mother’s Day Classic runs 4km, 7km and 8km courses each year as a charity event supporting breast cancer research, with entertainment provided at the finish line.

Regular Fitness Workshops and Run Clubs

Sydney hosts ongoing fitness workshops such as the VRTUS: ERG ARMY x HYROX PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP along with weekly run clubs including Femmi Run Community that hold daily sessions in the CBD.

These events and sessions supply regular opportunities for local participation. Runners can check official registration pages on runningcalendar.com.au and eventbrite.com for entry details and updates.

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