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McGrath Launceston Running Festival

Australia's fastest course and top ranked half marathon I the southern hemisphere.

Come join them to run your half marathon, 10 km, 5 km or one-mile road PB.

The McGrath Launceston Running Festival is Launceston's biggest and most iconic fun run and walk event. The event attracts not only the best local and national athletes but has also attracted many international athletes throughout the history of the event.

Fast course, friendly faces and fresh air.

Accessibility Information

  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
  • Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
  • Provide digital communication materials (hard copy information is also available on line)
  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

We acknowledge Tasmanian Aboriginal People as traditional custodians of this land, we pay respect to Elders past and present, as they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hope for generations to come. We recognise and value Aboriginal histories, knowledge and lived experiences and commit to being culturally inclusive and respectful in our working relationships with Aboriginal People.

Launceston Visitor Information Centre
Town Hall, 18-28 St John Street,
Launceston TAS 7250.

Phone:1800 651 827
Mon to Fri:9am - 5pm
Sat & Sun:10am - 2pm
Public Holidays:10am - 2pm

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