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ALL COURSES HAVE BEEN CERTIFIED

The McLaren Vale Marathon, half marathon, 10K & 5K courses have been officially certified by AIMS and World Athletics.

This means that your race will be run on a precisely measured course — giving you full confidence you’re hitting the correct distance.

Even better? Your finish time can now be used to qualify for marathons around the world, including the World Marathon Majors!  So whether you’re chasing a first time finish, personal best, a BQ, or your ticket to the global stage — McLaren Vale is your next stop!

A BOLD MOVE FOR THE MCLAREN VALE MARATHON!

We are thrilled to announce that the 2025 edition of the McLaren Vale Marathon is moving to a new and exciting location right in the heart of town!  This change will bring the marathon closer to the vibrant community and bustling atmosphere of McLaren Vale.  The new venue promises to showcase the town’s charm and energy to bring you an awesome race day experience.  

Whilst the 2025 McLaren Vale Marathon location is shifting, all of your favourite aspects of the McLaren Vale Marathon will remain intact with beautiful runs through the vines and even greater enthusiastic local support.  Course improvements will see all distances run 100% on sealed roads with reduced elevation change.

The Great Southern Runs team’s commitment to delivering an exceptional race experience continues unabated, and we look forward to welcoming you to this new chapter in the McLaren Vale Marathon’s story.  Get ready for a memorable race day in the heart of McLaren Vale on 1 June 2025!

Come for the run and experience so much more…

Just 45 minutes south of Adelaide Airport and CBD, McLaren Vale is situated between the rolling Mount Lofty Ranges and Fleurieu Coast. One of Australia’s premium wine regions, it is home to more than 80 cellar doors and vineyards, boasting many international award winning wines.

But there’s much more than just the wines… Come and explore our pristine beaches, forests and trails, art galleries and attractions. The region also offers a smorgasbord of fine dining spots, food producers, markets, microbreweries and distilleries.

2025 RACE ENTRIES NOW OPEN!

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