The marathon, 42.195km of pure challenge, is the ultimate test for distance runners. Australia hosts some of the world's great marathons, led by the TCS Sydney Marathon (an Abbott World Marathon Major), the famously fast ASICS Gold Coast Marathon, and the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival with its finish inside the MCG. Whether you're chasing a Boston qualifier on a certified course or tackling your first 42.2km, you'll find road and trail marathons across every state and season. World Athletics-certified courses are flagged as certified for runners targeting a legitimate PB or qualifying time.

Browse every Australian marathon below by date and state.