Stromlo Running Festival

Stromlo Forest Park hosts this family-friendly trail running festival, with the start and finish near Dave McInnes Rd and the event hub by Stromlo Leisure Centre. This is the 17th running of the Stromlo Running Festival, feeling more like a large end-of-year gathering than a polished race expo. Parents, children, support crews, and regular trail runners find their spot before heading out. The running takes place on wide, maintained fire trails, offering space to find your rhythm without constant jostling. Holden’s Creek Rd is within the course area, with Cotter Rd and Uriarra Road influencing race-day logistics around the park. The children’s course allows younger runners to participate. It suits the “Wrap Up Your Year” theme well: a notable trail run, a relaxed finish area, and a good reason to conclude the season with family.