July - Countdown Month | TCS Sydney Marathon
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July

The Countdown

With less than 60 days to go, something changes. You're not counting down to event day out of nerves, you're counting down because you can't wait.

 

You've done the work - the early mornings, the long runs, the days you didn't want to but did anyway.
 

That's not nothing. That's everything. Welcome to The Countdown Month.

Achievement

You've earned the right to feel ready. Eight months of work doesn't disappear in eight weeks - it sharpens.

Self-belief

Doubt gets quieter from here. You've done the kilometres. Now you just have to show up.

Anticipation

That flutter before something big? That's not nerves. That's excitement wearing a disguise.

Coach's Corner

Expert Advice.
Built For Right Now.

Your head coaches Ben Lucas and Georgia Weir are sharing expert guidance across every part of your prep - technique, nutrition, mindset, gear, and race-day readiness.

 

Real advice for real runners at exactly this stage of the journey.

TCS Sydney Mini Marathon:
This is Sydney's 5km

The TCS Sydney Mini Marathon is back for 2026 and is bigger than ever. Join us on Saturday, 29 August for Sydney's most scenic 5km. 

 

This isn’t about pace - it’s about being part of something together.

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Introducing Motion Festival

Marathon week just got bigger.  Motion Festival is taking over Customs House Forecourt at Circular Quay for four days of music, movement, food and community - bringing runners, supporters and locals together in the heart of Sydney.

One minute you're joining a shakeout run. The next you're grabbing a bite with friends, catching live music, or soaking up the atmosphere as Circular Quay starts to buzz.

Proudly funded by the NSW Government's Open Streets Program.

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Join the TCS Sydney Marathon Run Club

Join us on Sunday, 12 July for a 28km, or 2hour 30minute run depending on your pace.

Celebrate NAIDOC Week with the community, test the latest ASICS gear, and recover right with Pain Away, YoPro and Toby's Estate.

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TCS Sydney Marathon Track Nights

Join us at ES Marks Athletics Field on Friday, 17 July for Track Night - a coached session built around technique, pacing, and the kind of effort that reminds you what your legs are capable of. 

Women's only: Arrive 5:15pm, start 5:30pm

All genders: Arrive 6:15pm, start 6:30pm

 

The session:

800m hard. 200m recovery. Repeat.

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TCS Sydney Marathon Rhodes Edition

Join Head Coach Ben Lucas on Sunday, 2 August, for a 10km paced run, or 65 minutes (depending on pace).

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Secure your 2026 entry through our Official Travel Partners

Guarantee your entry by purchasing a specially curated travel package through one of our Official Travel Partners. These packages are ideal for participants and their friends and family, providing a seamless marathon weekend experience. Select a Travel Partner that supports your region.

Secure your 2026 entry by running for a purpose with our Charity Partners

Missed out on Ballot? Run for purpose with our headline charities; Running for Premature Babies and We Run Foundation, or choose from our Official Charity Partners

Win a 2026 entry via our Seven Rewards Program

Sign up to our Seven Rewards mailing list to receive exclusive offers and prizes from our partners - including 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon entries! 

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