If you were hoping to have a crack at the Gold Coast Marathon this year, you may have missed your chance.
Race entries for the 42.195km signature event have now completely sold out, for just the second time in its history!
Queensland Tourism and Sport Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said the entry data confirmed the Gold Coast Marathon as Australia’s premier running event.
“The Gold Coast Marathon’s sprint to a capacity field of competitors is primed to deliver a bonanza for the region’s visitor economy,” Mr Hinchliffe said.
“Entry numbers for this year put the Gold Coast Marathon on a fast track to surpassing the iconic event’s pre-pandemic popularity.”
Up to 24,000 people from more than 40 countries are expected to take part in the marathon over the July 1-2 race weekend, in a major boost for the city’s tourism industry as well.
“Runners from every Australian state and territory, plus more than 42 countries will race to the Gold Coast over coming weeks in a boost for Queensland’s international tourism recovery,” Mr Hinchcliffe said.
“This major event on our green and gold runway to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games is tipped to generate almost $27 million for Gold Coast accommodation, hospitality and tourism providers.”
Those still hoping for a place in the race are being told they will be put on a waitlist.
“There is a course capacity to prevent an impasse and ensure a safe flow of runners where their pace is unimpeded, and we have reached that point,” Events Management Queensland CEO, Ben Mannion said
“We will put anyone who wants to enter the marathon now on a waitlist, and they will be advised if and when an entry opportunity becomes available”.
There’s still space for those looking to hit the pavement in the Half Marathon, 10km Run, 5km Fun Run and the 4km and 2km Junior Dash events.
For more information or to sign up, click here.
