Yeppoon Running Festival

Yeppoon Running Festival is a coastal race weekend held in Yeppoon, Queensland, featuring marathon, half marathon, 10km, 5km, 2km and family events.


Frequently Asked Questions | Yeppoon Running Festival

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FAQ Quick Answers

Find the essential information for race packs, course access, entries, transfers and event services.

Yeppoon Running Festival participants

Race packs

Collect before race day
Do Family Run participants need to collect a bib?

Yes. Every participant needs a race bib collected during the published race pack collection times.

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Can someone collect my race pack for me?

Yes. They should bring a copy of your race confirmation when collecting on your behalf.

Can I collect my race pack on Sunday morning?

No Sunday morning collection is planned. Use the published collection sessions before your event and check the final Event Guide for any updates.

Course access

On course
Are prams permitted?

Prams are not permitted in the Marathon or Half Marathon. They are permitted in the 5km, 2km and 1.6km Family Run, but must start at the back and avoid obstructing other participants.

Are bikes and scooters permitted?

No. Bikes and scooters are not permitted on the course.

Are the courses wheelchair accessible?

The courses can be challenging in places. Contact the YRF team before entering so your intended distance and access requirements can be discussed.

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Entries & transfers

Registration
Can I get a refund if I cannot attend?

Refund eligibility depends on the registration terms and any refund protection selected at checkout. Review your Race Roster order and the 2027 entry terms once registration opens.

Can I transfer my entry to another person?

Transfers are generally managed through Race Roster before the published cut-off. The 2027 transfer window and any fees will be confirmed with registration information.

Can I change distance?

Upgrades and downgrades are generally self-managed through Race Roster while changes remain open. Any price difference, fee and deadline will be shown with the 2027 registration terms.

What happens if the event is cancelled?

The cancellation policy published in the 2027 entry terms will apply. Participant emails and the Event Guide will provide any event-specific instructions.

Event services

Extras
Where do I collect merchandise?

Choose postage or pickup when ordering. Race-weekend pickup details will be published with race pack collection information.

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Can a child under 12 enter?

Eligibility depends on the chosen distance. Contact the team before registering a younger child for an event with age considerations.

Can our club set up a tent?

Eligible teams and clubs can apply for a limited tent location when 2027 applications open.

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2027 details can change before race weekend.Check your participant emails and the final Event Guide for confirmed instructions.
Still need help?

Ask the YRF team

Use the contact page for a specific registration, accessibility, partnership or race-weekend question.