Race Entries

What date is the Toowoomba Running Festival?

Toowoomba Running Festival and associated events will take place on Sunday 3 May 2026.

RACE SCHEDULE SUNDAY 3 MAY 2026 – Toowoomba Sports Ground

When are entries open?

25 November 2025 at 9am AEST (QLD Time)

When do entries close?

Entries for all races will close Saturday 2 May 2026 4:00pm:
ASICS Half Marathon
Visit Toowoomba Region 10km
Grand Central 5km
Toowoomba Mile

What are the age restrictions for each event?

ASICS Half Marathon – minimum age is 15 years old
Visit Toowoomba Region 10km – minimum age is 12 years old
Grand Central 5km – no age restriction however all entrants under 12 must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Toowoomba Mile – minimum age is 5 years old

Why is there a cut-off policy for each race?

Each race of the Toowoomba Running Festival has an official cut off time in which entrants must complete their race. These cut off times are enforced so roads can be reopened to the public in accordance with event permits. These are all based off the gun time (i.e. the time from when the starting gun is fired).

View cut-off policy and times

I can no longer participate in the event I entered, can I get a refund?

Participants that have purchased Race Roster Enhanced Refund Protection Program have the option to apply for a refund if any of the following circumstances occur:

• Injury & Illness
• COVID-19
• Severe Weather
• Layoffs/terminations
• Mechanical breakdowns

You will receive a separate email from Race Roster titled Refund Protection. From this email click the “Request a Refund” link and follow the prompts.
Please note that TRF organisers are not responsible for the approval or denial of your refund application.

If you have not purchased Race Roster Enhanced Refund Protection Program there are no refunds payable unless expressly permitted by law as per the entry terms and conditions.

You are however, welcome to change your race distance or transfer your entry to another runner, please review race transfer and changes details below.

How do I get my name printed on my Race Number?

If you register prior to 5 April you will get to choose a name/nickname to be printed on your race number within your registration form. Entries after this date will receive #TRF26 printed on their race number in the name/nickname space.

Please note that if you choose to change your race distance after 8 April you will be issued with a new race number for your new race distance and this new race number will have #TRF26 printed on it.

Can I participate in a day wheelchair? 

The race organiser has strong risk management concerns about the inclusion of participants other than runners in our events based on the known congestion and inattentive behaviour of some runners and the potential for accidents to occur.

Day wheelchairs may compete in any race. For the safety of yourself and others, we recommend affixing a flag to your wheelchair and starting from the very rear of the starting field in each race. However, if you are an experienced participant you may elect to start in the start zone based on your anticipated finish time.

Teams

How do I register a team?

Your team manager will need to visit the Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Running Festival event page and select “register”. Then select “Team Manager | Non-participant” and fill out the team managers details. Under the “teams” header, select “create new team” and fill out the required questions and follow the prompts to the confirmation page.

If the team manager is also competing they can register the team within the registration process, noting that this will only be able to be completed once registrations are open.

I am the team manager and wish to access my team list, how do I do this?

Log in to your Race Roster participant dashboard and select the Teams header.

Do all team members have to be in the same event?

Your team can choose to race in any of our four races and each individual is welcome to select their own start zone (not required for Toowoomba Mile events). You do not have to race together in the same race or choose the same start zone.

I have already registered, how do I add myself to a team?

If you need to make changes to any of your entry details, please login to your Race Roster participant dashboard, select Join Team and enter the team pin.

Team Relay

How do I register a team for the Mile – Team Relay? 

Your team manager will need to visit the Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Running Festival event page and select “register”.  

Select “Mile – Team Relay Registration” from the provided options and complete the team managers details (non-runner).  

Under the “teams” header, select “create new team” and fill out the required questions. Enter your company name, if relevant and a team code for verification purposes. Once complete, follow the prompts to the confirmation page.  

The team manager will be required to make payment on behalf of the team. 

Once the team manager has reached the confirmation page, a link will be available to send to each team member, that will link them automatically to the team. Relay participants are not required to make payment.  

Alternatively, each team member can select the “Mile – Team Relay – Team Member” and search for the team within the team question. 

How do relay participants enter a team? 

Relay participants can enter the relay team through the link provided by their team manager. The link will automatically add them to the team that sent the link.  

Alternatively, relay participants can visit the Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Running Festival event page and select “register”, then select “Mile – Team Relay – Team Member”. Continue to fill out the registration form. Under the “teams” header, select your team from the provided list.  

Relay participants are not required to make payment.  

Why is my team not available as an option? 

If the team you are trying to enter has not appeared as an option in the registration form either; the team has not yet been created by the team manager or the team has already been filled. 

Junior Mile

Can I run with my child in the Junior Mile?

One parent/guardian is allowed to accompany a child free of charge if they deem this necessary. Please complete the accompanying parent details when registering your child. All accompanying parents will be required to wear specific passes to enter the course which will be supplied with the child’s race pack. If you deem it necessary to accompanying your child you must start with them towards the back of the start zone.

How do I collect my child after the race?

Included with the Junior Mile race number will be a parent recovery area access pass. This pass will allow one person per child access into the Junior Recovery Area post-race to collect your child. More information on the location of the Junior Recovery Area will be provided with the entrants race pack.

Elite Starts

I wish to apply for a Elite start – what are the qualifying times?

Elite qualifying times (achieved since 1 January, 2024):

This is my first time at this distance, how can I provide a qualifying time if I have never raced this distance before?

If this will be your debut at this distance, please provide your best recent results over a shorter distance/s that demonstrates your current form in on track to run faster than the time listed for the race you have entered.

Half Marathon debut – your best recent 10km result
10km debut – your best recent 5km result
Mile debut – applicants can provide evidence of an equivalent 800m/1500m track time or a 5km (sub 18:00 mins for men and sub 20:00 mins for women) to qualify.

How do I apply for a Elite Start?

Please complete the details within your race registration form. You will need to provide us with a direct link to a previous qualifying result. Actual race results are preferred over Strava / virtual activity.

Please note the cut-off date for applications is 31 March 2026.

I have applied for a Elite start – how do I know when this has been approved?

Email confirmation will be sent confirming your start. If you have provided a time outside of the automatic qualifying times or have provided a Strava / virtual result, your application may take longer to be approved / assessed.

Race Numbers

Race Number – Do I have to collect it?

You are required to collect your race number prior to your race. We recommend collecting the day before to avoid delay in getting to the start line.

Saturday 2 May
10:00am – 4:00pm

Sunday 3 May
4:30am – 11:00am

Location
Assembly Hall
Toowoomba East State School
Arthur Street, East Toowoomba QLD 4350

We recommend entrants collect their own race number. However, if you need someone to collect on your behalf, please provide them with a copy of your entry confirmation.

Can someone else collect my race number of my behalf?

Yes absolutely, please send them a copy of your entry confirmation.

Do I have to wear my race number? & where do I attach it?

Yes absolutely, this is your proof of entry for the race, has your timing chip and will gain you access to the course. Please affix using the provided safety pins to the front of your singlet/t-shirt.

Race Transfers and Changes

Can I change races?

Yes, you can change your race up until entries close.

When downgrading your race distance, refunds will not be given. When upgrading your race, you will be required to pay the difference in entry fees. Please complete your upgrade/downgrade by logging into the Race Roster participant dashboard and select Transfer.

Please note that if you choose to change your race distance after 5 April 2026 you will need to be issued with a new race number and your name/nickname will no longer be available.

Can I transfer my entry to someone else?

Yes, entries can be transferred from one entrant to another. Transfers are only valid for the same year of entry. Please complete your transfer by logging in to the Race Roster participant dashboard and select Transfer.

If downgrading your race distance once transferred, refunds will not be given. If upgrading your race, you will be required to pay the difference in entry fees.

Can I transfer my entry to the 2027 Toowoomba Running Festival?

No. Transfers are only valid for the year of the event.

Can I change details on my race entry?

Yes, you can update your entry details, including your address, email, phone number, emergency contact, and start zone. Please login to the Race Roster participant dashboard and select the edit registration option.

Please note if you need to change your name or date of birth you will need to email info@toowoombarunningfestival.com.au to make the change.

Other

Can I participate with a baby in a pram?

Yes, you may participate with a baby in a pram in the Visit Toowoomba Region 10km or the Grand Central 5km race. Prams are not permitted in the half marathon for safety reasons.

Please note that all entrants in the Visit Toowoomba Region 10km and Grand Central 5km with a pram must start at the back of the field (i.e. Start Zone C). If you would like the child to receive entrant rewards (i.e. race number and finisher medal) then you will need to enter them into the event with their own separate entry.

What is a Medal Tab?

A Medal Tab is a personalised medal insert, engraved with your name (maximum of 30 characters) and net time, that fits neatly into the back of your finisher’s medal and is designed to take the place of traditional medal engraving. You can purchase a Medal Tab as part of your registration. If you register and forget to add it you can purchase via the Race Roster Store and attaching it to your entry. Medal Tabs are mailed to you after the event.

What happens to clothing left behind on course?

Clothing left at the start line, on course and at Race Precinct will be donated to charity. Please do not leave valuables in your clothing at the start line as all items will be removed immediately after each race start.