Parklands Running Festival 2026

Lizard Log in Western Sydney Parklands provides the setting for this race: a bushland start and finish area on grass, leading onto paved footpaths and sealed roads within a "nature-filled oasis." The Parklands Running Festival offers a community running atmosphere rather than a large-city road event. It includes chip timing and online results, maintaining a friendly environment suitable for beginners and families. The course presents undulating terrain with natural bushland views. The "heartbreak hill" ascent challenges even experienced runners, requiring careful pacing. All routes share a common layout with varying loop lengths. As paths are shared, runners should be mindful of pedestrians, cyclists, and dogs while navigating the hills towards the final grass stretch.