SwimRun Australia – Gold Coast

The Swimrun Australia Gold Coast event is a coastal swimrun race held on the Gold Coast on 12 September 2026, combining ocean swims, creek crossings, beach running and boardwalk sections in one continuous endurance challenge. Set against a backdrop of surf beaches, inland waterways and the Surfers Paradise skyline, the course is designed to showcase some of the region’s most iconic coastal scenery while delivering a varied and engaging race experience.

Participants can choose from three distances. The Enduro 20.0 covers 20km in total, made up of 2.9km of swimming and 17.1km of running across 15 sections, and can be completed solo or as a team. The Experience 12.0 includes 12.1km total, with 1.7km of swimming and 10.4km of running across 11 sections, also available solo or in teams. The Discovery 5.0 is the shortest option, covering 5km in total with 1.1km of swimming and 3.9km of running across 7 sections, and is available for solo entrants only.

With options for beginners through to experienced endurance athletes, the event is suited to both first-time swimrunners and those chasing a longer challenge in a scenic Gold Coast setting.