Melbourne Marathon
Melbourne
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Australia
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Oceania
Run through Melbourne's vibrant streets, past iconic landmarks, ending at the energetic MCG.
PB Potential Ranking
Good
3.56
Race Distance
Marathon
42.195km
26.2ml
Race Official Name
Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival
Race Month
October
Race Date 2025
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Race Type
Road
Country
Australia
City
Melbourne
Region
Oceania
Website
About the Race
The Melbourne Marathon is a thrilling race that takes runners through the vibrant streets of Melbourne, Australia, offering a unique blend of urban and scenic views. Starting at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, participants are immediately enveloped by the city's energetic atmosphere. The course winds through the city's bustling heart, past landmarks like Flinders Street Station and the Royal Botanic Gardens, before stretching along the picturesque St Kilda Road. The cool, crisp air and enthusiastic crowds create an exhilarating experience, pushing runners to their limits as they soak in the city's dynamic spirit. The final stretch back to the MCG is both challenging and rewarding, with the roar of the crowd providing a powerful motivation to cross the finish line.
Elevation
Elevation Gain (m)
204
Altitude (m)
17.5
Rolling Elevation Change (m)
408
Temperature
Average Temperature (°C)
14
Humidity (%)
60
Air Quality Index
25
Wind (km/h)
11
Participants
Average Number of Participants
10,295
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