59th WIN Network Traralgon Marathon and Running Festival 2026

The Gippsland Plains Rail Trail defines this long-running festival: a flat rail trail through the "picturesque Gippsland Plains," with the Glengarry Football and Netball Club serving as the race-day hub. Now in its 59th edition, it retains the character of a club-run country event, not a slick corporate production, accommodating both seasoned marathoners aiming for a personal best and first-time participants on the same start line. The course is largely flat and clearly marked, featuring mild gradients and rural scenery across Victoria before returning to the football club for the finish. Its out-and-back design ensures continuous interaction with other runners, contributing to its reputation as the "friendliest marathon in the country." The entry fee also covers lunch and a finisher medal, a modest yet appreciated post-race tradition.