Run For A Purpose

The 777 Marathon is more than a race. It's a movement to protect children and create safer communities. Take on a challenge, make a difference and be part of something bigger in Canberra.

Choose your distance

Whether your'e chasing a personal best or your first finish line, there's a distance for your.

$40
A great place to start.

$60
Go further for change.

$80
A bigger challenge.

$110
Go the full distnace.

Canberra Course

Course details

The course description is being finalised.  Check back for the start and finish locaiton, route notes and on course facilities

Canberra in action

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before the race day

Where do I collect my race bib and timing chip?

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Participants can either opt to have their personalised race bib posted ahead of the event (for a fee of $10.00) or alternatively collect their race bib from the venue on event day from 6:00am.

What time should I arrive and when does each distance start?

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Registration and race-day bib collection open at 6:00am.

  • Marathon: 7:00am
  • Half Marathon: 7:30am
  • 14km and 7km: 8:00am

Participants should arrive at least 30 minutes before their start time.

What is the course cut-off time?

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All participants must complete their event by 1:30pm. Anyone unable to finish by this time may be asked to withdraw from the course.

Can I walk the course?

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Yes, walkers are welcome, provided they can complete their chosen distance before the 1:30pm course cut-off. You may want to recommend that walkers choose the 7km or 14km event.

Is there a minimum age?

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  • 7km: Participants must be at least 16 years old.
  • 14km, 21.1km and 42.2km: Participants must be at least 18 years old.
Can I participate with a pram?

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No. Prams are not permitted on the course.
Can I wear headphones?

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Headphones are permitted; however, participants must remain aware of other course users, volunteers, cyclists and event instructions. I would recommend allowing only one earbud or using open-ear headphones.
Can I get a refund?

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  • Refund requests received on or before 31 May 2026 may be approved at Bravehearts’ discretion and will receive a 50% refund.
  • From 1 June 2026, no refunds will be issued.

Can I transfer my registration to someone else?

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  • TBC

Will I receive a finisher medal?

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Yes. All participants who complete their distance at an in-person 777 Marathon event will receive a finisher medal.

Can I change my distance?

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  • TBC

Can I get a refund on my registration?

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  • Registrations are non-refundable except as required under Australian Consumer Law.
  • Refund requests received on or before 31 May 2026 may be approved at Bravehearts’ discretion and will receive a 50% refund.
  • From 1 June 2026, no refunds will be issued.
  • You may transfer your entry to another person until 30 June 2026, pending approval. – please email 777marathon@bravehearts.org.au
  • You may downgrade your distance; however, the difference in cost is not refundable.. – please email 777marathon@bravehearts.org.au

Where do I collect my race bib and timing chip?

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You can choose to have your bib posted until 31 May 2026.
Otherwise, bib collection will be available:

  • At a pop-up location the day before the race - On Lake Cafe, Bowen Park, 6 Bowen Drive, Barton (pop-up on front deck), between 11:30am - 1:00pm.
  • From 6:00am on race morning at the event precinct

Do I need to bring on-course hydration or nutrition?

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We provide water at a minimum of two points along the 7km loop.
If you have specific hydration or nutrition needs, we recommend bringing what works best for you.

Will there be pacers at the 777 Marathon?

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No, we don’t have pacers at the 777 Marathon. You’re welcome to run or walk at your own pace, provided you complete your distance by the 1:30 pm course cut-off.