Half Marathon
The Beachside Dash launched its first 21.1km Half Marathon on 13 September 2026, starting from Dolls Point.
This certified course connects the St George area to the Sutherland Shire, with runners crossing the iconic Captain Cook Bridge with the turnaround point at Ocean Protect Stadium (Shark Park) – creating a memorable event that celebrates our local community while supporting vital medical research.
The introduction of the half marathon marks a significant step forward for the Beachside Dash, enabling the St George & Sutherland Medical Research Foundation (SSMRF) to grow its fundraising impact and support even more doctors, scientists and allied health professionals working to improve health outcomes in our region.
Details
Times
Bib collection for registrations made after 21 Aug 2026 (bibs will be posted to all other participants)
6.30 amRace starts
SOLD OUT
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What to expect
The Beachside Dash Half Marathon will offer participants:
- A scenic, point-to-point certified course connecting St George and the Shire
- Cash prizes for placeholders
- A professionally managed race experience
- The opportunity to be part of a historic first for the Beachside Dash and a first for the Shire
- A meaningful way to support local medical research
The half marathon will be conducted under race conditions and is intended for professional/trained runners.
View the certified half marathon official route map.
Add the race route to your Strava account or your fitness tracker. Download and unzip the GPX file for the Half Marathon route.
Race day info
Bib collection: 5.45 am – 6.20 am for registrations made after 21 Aug 2026 (bibs will be posted to all other participants)
Warm-up time: 6.20 am
Start time: 6.30 am
Race route: View the official route map
Start and finish chute locations: Depena Reserve, Dolls Point
Refuelling stations: Ramsgate Carpark, Georges River Sailing Club, Taren Point, Solander Fields. Lollies donated by Sweetcraft
First aid: Ramsgate Carpark, Shorebird Reserve, Solander Fields
Prizes: 1st place – $1,000, 2nd place – $500, 3rd place – $250. All participants receive a medal.
Prize presentation time: 8.30 am