Bendigo Athletes Focus on Ford Fun Run Preparation

The Bendigo Ford Fun Run is scheduled for Sunday, 1 March 2026, with distances ranging from a 1km Kids Dash to a 21.1km Half Marathon that starts and finishes at Rosalind Park.

Event Schedule Details

The Half Marathon begins at 7:30am, the 3km Short Course starts at 8:30am, and the 5km Run/Walk departs at 10:00am from Sidney Myer Place. These start times allow participants to select options suited to their pace and experience level while using established local starting points.

Bib Collection and Entry Information

Bib collection opens from 10:00am to 5:30pm on Tuesday 24 February at VERVE Running, followed by additional hours from 3:00pm to 6:00pm on Saturday 28 February at the Rosalind Park Event Village. Entry fees range from $12 for the Kids Dash to $85-$125 for the Half Marathon depending on registration timing, with proceeds supporting the Bendigo Health Foundation.

Additional Local Running Opportunities

Further events on the calendar include the Bendigo 5k Frenzy on 7 February 2026 at Flora Hill and the Walk for Prems on 19 October 2025 at Lake Weeroona. These gatherings provide additional dates for runners seeking shorter or differently timed activities within Bendigo.

Local athletes and groups regularly use these events to maintain training routines across the year. The mix of distances and start locations at named parks and places supports participation from beginners through to those targeting longer courses.

Registration timing affects the Half Marathon fee range, giving participants flexibility when planning entry. Those seeking to take part can check the listed collection windows at VERVE Running and the Rosalind Park Event Village to secure their bibs ahead of the March date.

Participants are encouraged to review the official event schedule and entry details directly through the provided sources for the most current information on distances, start times, and support for the Bendigo Health Foundation.