Frankston Running Festival

The Frankston Running Festival takes place along the Frankston foreshore, starting and finishing near Frankston Pier. Located south-east of Melbourne on Port Phillip Bay, the event features several road race distances: a 5 km run/walk, a 10 km run, a 15 km run, and a 1 km kids dash. Over 2,000 participants, including serious athletes, families, and casual runners, along with their supporters, attend the festival. The primary attraction is the closed-road course along the Nepean Highway, with the northbound lanes reserved for runners between Frankston and Carrum. The 15 km course extends from Frankston Waterfront to Keast Park in Seaford, with a turnaround point near Eel Race Road. The event includes timed bibs, aid stations, awards for the top three male and female finishers in each category, and a dedicated children's race, catering to both competitive and casual participants. The festival also supports fundraising efforts for various causes, such as cancer and melanoma research.