Key Event Details

Date: 26 July 2026
Race Start Time: 9.15am
Distance: 2km
Start Location: ANZAC Prde
Finish Location: Yeppoon Lagoon (60 Lagoon Place)
Cut Off Time: N/A
Arrival Time: 30 mins prior to Race Start
Price:

(incl. Admin + Processing fees)

Entries: Online entries close 25 July, midnight

Race Details

Rules: No scooters, bikes or handcycles are to be taken onto the course. Prams and wheelchairs are permitted, however, please ensure to seed yourself at the back and be aware of your surrounds so that you do not obstruct runners.

What’s included in the entry fee? Your entry fee includes your race bib (cut off for personalised bibs 7 July) and timing tag, on course nutrition, post race recovery and finishers medal.

View your Bib Collection Details here

Choose the start position that is the right fit for your predicted fitness level.

For slower runners, joggers or walkers, it is important to be in the correct starting spot. Seed yourself among the starting group as the race will be a mass start.

Your time will not be affected in any way as the timing chip will only record your time from when you cross the start mats to the finish line mats. This will allow you to enjoy the event at your own pace and provide you with the best possible end result.

Course Details

Introducing the brand-new Yeppoon Running Festival 2km Dash – a fun, fast-paced event designed for runners of all ages and abilities! Whether you’re testing your speed, joining in for the fun, or looking for a quick challenge, this out-and-back course is the perfect way to cap off your festival experience.

The race begins on Anzac Parade, with the sparkling ocean as your backdrop. From the start, you’ll dash past the lively Yeppoon Lagoon, soaking in the festival atmosphere. The route continues over the serene Fig Tree Creek, surrounded by lush mangroves, before reaching the turnaround point on Appleton Drive.

Retracing your steps, you’ll feel the energy of the crowd as you push toward the finish line back on Anzac Parade, where the vibrant festival vibes and sense of achievement await.

This event isn’t just for beginners or those looking for a quick run – it’s also a fantastic cooldown or speed challenge for anyone who tackled one of the longer distances earlier in the day. A perfect way to round out your Yeppoon Running Festival experience, the 2km Dash is all about celebrating the joy of movement and the spirit of running.

So, whether you’re sprinting for a personal best, jogging with family and friends, or adding a final flourish to your race day, the 2km Dash promises excitement, fun, and coastal vibes in every step!Yeppoon’s scenic highlights, this course promises a delightful balance of coastal charm and running exhilaration.

Prizes

• 1st Male and Female 2km–Cash prize of $100
• 2nd Male and Female – Trophy + Cash prize of $50
• 3rd Male and Female – Trophy + Cash prize of $25

Category Winners:

• No category winners will be awarded

For Prize information on other events click here.