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McGrath Launceston
Running Festival 2026
SPORTS INFOS — Tasmania's fastest road race is back — pancake flat, cool conditions, deep fields, PB-hunting course along the Tamar River, Peppers Silo finish. 31 May 2026 · #RunLaunnie · since 2007.
Results — 2026 McGrath Launceston Running Festival
Official results on Racetec Results — Peppers Silo Half Marathon (8:00am), Liv Eat Mile (8:30am), Tamar Chiro 10km (10:00am), The Athletes Foot 5km Run or Walk (10:20am) — Sunday 31 May 2026, Race HQ Riverbend Park & Peppers Silo Precinct, Launceston, Tasmania. Organiser: Epic Events and Marketing.
Results — Racetec → 🌐 launcestonrunningfestival.com.au →Launceston — Tasmania's ultimate PB opportunity
The 2026 McGrath Launceston Running Festival takes place on Sunday 31 May 2026 in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia, with Race HQ at the iconic Peppers Silo Precinct and Riverbend Park along the Tamar River. Organised by Epic Events and Marketing — a Tasmanian business specialising in mass participation sports events — it has built a formidable reputation since its founding in 2007 as the old 'Launnie 10'. Today it is recognised as one of the fastest road races in the Southern Hemisphere, and arguably Australia's fastest road race overall, drawing 2000+ runners and walkers from across Australia and internationally each year.
The secret is simple: a pancake-flat course, historically cool Tasmanian conditions and deep competitive fields. The half marathon includes the Tasmanian Half Marathon Championships and a Women's Australian All Comers Record was set here in 2023. Whether you're chasing a lifetime PB or enjoying your first event with the family, the four distances — from the Peppers Silo Half Marathon to the Liv Eat Mile — mean there's a finish line for everyone. Race bib collection for 2026 is held at the Kings Wharf Room, Peppers Silo Hotel, Lindsey Street.
2007Northern Tasmania's biggest event
«The McGrath Launceston Running Festival has built a reputation amongst the Tasmanian and Australian running community as one of the fastest road races in the Southern Hemisphere. Since 2007, thousands of runners from around Australia have come to #RunLaunnie and produce a personal best. We're also the largest mass participation sporting event in Northern Tasmania, with upwards of 2000 runners and walkers lining up across the four events.» — launcestonrunningfestival.com.au
🏃 Peppers Silo Half Marathon — 21.1km HALF TAS. CHAMPS
8:00am · Starts and finishes at Riverbend Park · Flat, fast road course showcasing Launceston's best · Tasmanian Half Marathon Championships 2026 · 90-minute cut-off · Women's Australian All Comers Record set 2023 · Under 21 discount automatically applied at registration. Come fit and ready to run — this is one of Australia's best half marathons.
🏃 Liv Eat Mile — 1609m (1 Mile) 1 MILE
8:30am · Perfect for all abilities · If 5km is too far but you want to get involved, this is the event for you · Fun, inclusive · Ideal for first-timers and family groups.
🏃 Tamar Chiro Launceston 10km 10KM PB COURSE
10:00am · The event historically known as the 'Launnie 10', now with Tamar Chiropractor as new title sponsor · Recognised internationally as a flat, fast and friendly 10km · 90-minute cut-off · Women's Australian All Comers Record set here in 2023 · Pram category available.
🏃🚶 The Athletes Foot 5km Run or Walk 5KM
10:20am · Walk, run, stroll or crawl — just make it to the finish line! Grab some buddies, workmates or family members and make a team · The perfect Sunday morning event · Pram category available.
Race Timetable — Sunday 31 May 2026
| Event | Distance / Start Time | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Peppers Silo Half Marathon 21.1KM TAS CHAMPS | 21.1km · 8:00am | Starts & finishes Riverbend Park · Flat & fast · 90-min cut-off · Under 21 discount · Aus All Comers Record 2023 |
| Liv Eat Mile 1 MILE | 1609m · 8:30am | Flat course · All ages & abilities · Ideal for beginners & families |
| Tamar Chiro Launceston 10km 10KM PB COURSE | 10km · 10:00am | Formerly 'Launnie 10' · Flat, fast & friendly · 90-min cut-off · Pram category · Int'l recognised |
| The Athletes Foot 5km Run or Walk 5KM | 5km · 10:20am | Run, walk, jog or stroll · Teams welcome · Pram category · All ages |
| Expo, Entertainment & Local Food | Race day · Peppers Silo | Tasmanian food & beverage producers · Expo · Post-race celebrations |