The Dubbo Stampede Running Festival takes place on Sunday 6 September 2026, set along the Macquarie River and starting and finishing at Ollie Robbins Oval in the heart of Central-West NSW. With certified courses and a genuine community feel, the Stampede welcomes participants of all ages and abilities – from first-timers to seasoned marathon runners.
Six distances are on offer, each with its own character. The Wallaby Wheel Walk & Run (1km) is an inclusive event open to all, while the Meerkat Mile caters specifically to under 12s. The Dingo Dash (5.3km) and Cheetah Chase (10km) follow the scenic river trails, showcasing Dubbo at its best. Step up to the Zebra Zoom (21.1km) or the Rhino Ramble (42.2km) and you'll also run through the iconic Taronga Western Plains Zoo – a genuinely unique highlight on any Australian running calendar.
The Stampede is built around health, wellbeing and community, celebrating participation as much as performance and bringing locals and visitors together for a memorable day out in regional NSW.
Distances
42.2km
Marathon
21.1km
Half Marathon
10km
10K
5.5km
Race distance
Past results
Official top-10 finishers from previous editions. Select a result set to view the leaderboard.