One word: Optus Stadium. The Perth Running Festival has one of the most memorable finish lines in Australian running — right inside Optus Stadium, one of the most beautiful venues in the Southern Hemisphere. Crossing that finish line on the hallowed turf, surrounded by all those empty seats? Absolutely unforgettable. It's the kind of finish you'll be telling people about for years.
The marathon has already sold out for 2026 — which tells you everything about how popular this event has become. But there are still spots in the Half Marathon, 10km, and the 4km Dash, so don't sit on your hands.
The course runs along Perth's stunning Swan River, past the CBD and through the city's beautiful parklands. Perth in October is close to perfect for running — warm enough to feel alive, cool enough to actually perform. The final stretch into Optus Stadium is a genuine once-in-a-lifetime finish line experience.
Marathon 42.2km (SOLD OUT), Half Marathon (21.1km), 10km, and 4km Dash. The 4km Dash is perfect for families or those who want the iconic stadium finish without a massive training block.
Perth Airport is well connected to all major Australian cities. The Burswood/Optus Stadium train station drops you right at the door, making race day logistics very straightforward.
Perth CBD, East Perth, and Burswood all have great options near the stadium. October is shoulder season in Perth — solid deals are available with a bit of lead time.
Perth's October sun is deceptively strong — start hydrating the night before and don't skip the sunscreen. Whatever distance you choose, savour every step of that final run into the stadium. Not every race gives you a finish line like this one.
Paul Eyanae won the 2025 Perth Running Festival marathon in 2:24:23 on Sunday 12 October, taking a second consecutive title. Kellen Waithira was first woman home in 2:38:52, sixth overall, with Abigail Nordberg second woman in 2:42:15.
| Position | Name | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paul EYANAE | 02:24:23 |
| 2 | Matt SMITH | 02:27:19 |
| 3 | Karlos AQUINO | 02:31:17 |
| 4 | Tomoki TEZUKA | 02:32:05 |
| 5 | Fabien DESAUNOIS | 02:36:20 |
| 6 | Kellen WAITHIRA | 02:38:52 |
| 7 | Liam CHALMERS | 02:40:46 |
| 8 | Dylan MOUZAKKI | 02:41:54 |
| 9 | Abigail NORDBERG | 02:42:15 |
| 10 | Will CLIFTON | 02:42:19 |
| 11 | Jonathan BECK | 02:43:28 |
| 12 | Wei Bin TAN | 02:43:31 |
| 13 | Michael GOODIER | 02:44:16 |
| 14 | Leo BEYERS | 02:45:23 |
| 15 | Justin SCARVACI | 02:45:34 |
| 16 | Ben MULETTA | 02:46:01 |
| 17 | Paul BECKERS | 02:46:15 |
| 18 | Jameson HICK | 02:46:24 |
| 19 | Ally WILLCOX | 02:46:43 |
| 20 | Darren ROBERTSON | 02:46:45 |
| 21 | Alex KING | 02:47:58 |
| 22 | Reece MABBS | 02:48:06 |
| 23 | Charlie WANDBY | 02:48:12 |
| 24 | Jane FARDELL | 02:49:45 |
| 25 | Jon PENDSE | 02:49:51 |
| 26 | Brad WARDROPE | 02:50:18 |
| 27 | Adam LAMB | 02:51:01 |
| 28 | Nikola DONLAGIC | 02:51:45 |
| 29 | Michael BALUK | 02:51:55 |
| 30 | Rhys SHORE | 02:52:31 |
| 31 | Denzel GOULD | 02:53:00 |
| 32 | John ALBRECHT | 02:53:09 |
| 33 | Russell POORE | 02:53:34 |
| 34 | Aaron WONG | 02:53:59 |
| 35 | Thinh NGUYEN | 02:54:44 |
| 36 | Liam BAVIN | 02:55:01 |
| 37 | Sam MARSH | 02:55:03 |
| 38 | Farouk JARJOUR | 02:55:17 |
| 39 | Nathan FAWKES | 02:55:26 |
| 40 | Chris BALCH | 02:55:31 |
| 41 | Kirsten BUIST | 02:55:45 |
| 42 | Thomas STANWAY | 02:55:48 |
| 43 | Dion O'NEALE | 02:55:59 |
| 44 | Dave CARD | 02:56:01 |
| 45 | Jacob FELL | 02:56:11 |
| 46 | Wes NAIDOO | 02:56:20 |
| 47 | Angus MITCHELL | 02:56:28 |
| 48 | Astrid ROBERTS | 02:56:35 |
| 49 | Jarod GILLESPIE | 02:56:42 |
| 50 | Haythem EL-ANSARY | 02:57:08 |
Timing by Blue Chip Results: complete 2025 Perth Running Festival results, all distances.
Paul Eyanae won the 2024 Perth Running Festival marathon in 2:16:43 on Sunday 6 October, nearly seven minutes clear of Samuel Ekutan and almost eight minutes quicker than his winning time the following year. Fridah Too was first woman home in 2:42:13, ninth overall.
| Position | Name | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paul EYANAE | 02:16:43 |
| 2 | Samuel EKUTAN | 02:23:37 |
| 3 | Tim HEWITT | 02:28:05 |
| 4 | Isaac NGENO | 02:29:37 |
| 5 | James O’NEILL | 02:29:46 |
| 6 | Gerard HILL | 02:33:22 |
| 7 | Mackenzie BURGOYNE | 02:38:10 |
| 8 | Craig LLEWELLYN | 02:39:37 |
| 9 | Fridah TOO | 02:42:13 |
| 10 | Adam DOLBY | 02:42:40 |
| 11 | Jack CRAGO | 02:43:08 |
| 12 | Mark RADZIEJEWSKI | 02:43:32 |
| 13 | Paul BECKERS | 02:43:59 |
| 14 | Caitriona JENNINGS | 02:44:23 |
| 15 | Toby HEAVER | 02:45:16 |
| 16 | Simon EVRENIADIS | 02:45:42 |
| 17 | Hugh WILLIAMS | 02:45:59 |
| 18 | Patrick BEAVIS | 02:47:08 |
| 19 | Alan STABLER | 02:47:46 |
| 20 | Sarah JEROP | 02:48:06 |
| 21 | Max DAVIDSON | 02:49:02 |
| 22 | Chris SADLER | 02:49:51 |
| 23 | Alex RIGHTON | 02:49:52 |
| 24 | Michael BALUK | 02:50:15 |
| 25 | Brenton STRACHAN | 02:50:58 |
| 26 | Dylan PEATLING | 02:51:06 |
| 27 | Jon PENDSE | 02:52:16 |
| 28 | Matt SMERILLI | 02:53:54 |
| 29 | Lauren FRENCH | 02:54:19 |
| 30 | Sjoerd ALGERA | 02:54:42 |
| 31 | Arran JODAH | 02:54:59 |
| 32 | James GILL | 02:55:08 |
| 33 | Andre PIENAAR | 02:56:23 |
| 34 | Hannah PAGET | 02:56:35 |
| 35 | Matthew DICKIE | 02:56:38 |
| 36 | William GURR | 02:56:40 |
| 37 | Nathan FAWKES | 02:57:24 |
| 38 | Maddison FAIRBURN | 02:57:50 |
| 39 | Tom RAY | 02:57:59 |
| 40 | Chris BALCH | 02:58:10 |
| 41 | Harry DAVIS | 02:58:12 |
| 42 | Alex KING | 02:58:16 |
| 43 | Jun KAGAMI | 02:58:21 |
| 44 | Daniel KUNTZ | 02:58:24 |
| 45 | Teddy MERDI | 02:58:27 |
| 46 | David DAWES | 02:58:29 |
| 47 | Jacqueline KELLERMAN | 02:58:29 |
| 48 | Riley HULBERT | 02:58:30 |
| 49 | Gerrard GRANT | 02:58:34 |
| 50 | Zack LORDER | 02:58:46 |
Timing by Blue Chip Results: complete 2024 Perth Running Festival results, all distances.
