The Early Years
2013Established in 2013, the Gold Coast Half Marathon is now 13 years old. From its first edition in Gold Coast, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Australia.
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Course & Elevation
The Gold Coast Half Marathon follows a scenic out-and-back route along the iconic Gold Coast beachfront, starting from Southport and heading north through the heart of the coastal precinct. The course is predominantly flat, making it ideal for half-marathon runners seeking a fast time while enjoying stunning ocean views and the vibrant Gold Coast atmosphere.
Surface: road Profile: Flat
Weather
Temperature 20°C
Humidity 65%
Rain Chance 25%
Winter on the Gold Coast offers mild, pleasant conditions with cool mornings and warm afternoons. Ocean breezes provide relief along the beachfront course, making it one of Australia's best times for half-marathon racing.
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The Fast Lane
Runners come to the Gold Coast Half Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Gold Coast has a reputation as a PB factory, with the roads seemingly designed to keep your pace honest and your splits consistent from start to finish.
Where It Begins
For thousands of runners each year, the Gold Coast Half Marathon is their first half marathon. The combination of a forgiving course, generous time limits, and supportive crowds has earned this race a reputation as the place where marathon journeys begin. The first-timer energy on race morning is palpable.
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Registration
Registration Opens March
Registration Closes June
Entry Cost AUD $99-149
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Fun Facts
- ▸ The Gold Coast Half Marathon is held during the Australian winter, taking advantage of the region's mild July climate ideal for fast half-marathon performances.
- ▸ The course runs entirely along the famous Gold Coast beachfront, offering runners uninterrupted ocean views for the entire race distance.
- ▸ Approximately 30% of participants travel internationally to compete, making it one of Australia's most cosmopolitan half-marathons.
- ▸ The race is a key qualifier for the Gold Coast Marathon, with many runners using it as a winter training race for spring marathons.
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