Puffing Billy Running Festival

08/09/2026

Race weekend is just three days away!

Here are the key timings you need to know (screenshot this, thank us later 😉📸)

PS. All scheduling, FAQs and other key info can be found in our Participant Guide here: bit.ly/PBRF-26

05/09/2026

The 2026 Participant Guide is live!

Everything you need to know before race weekend - schedules, parking, bib collection, and how to put one foot in front of the other 😉🏃

READ HERE: bit.ly/PBRF-26

04/09/2026

Ready to race!

The hard part is done. The fun part starts in one week!

See you at ⚡

31/08/2026

There's still a number of volunteer spots available for 12 & 13 September - The Puffing Billy Running Festival 🚂🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

If you'd like to be part of this iconic day, this is your moment!

Roles available:
▪️ Bib Collection
▪️ Participant Baggage Services
▪️ On-Course Water Stations
▪️ Start & Finish Line Marshals
▪️ Lead Bike Riders
▪️ Finish Line Medals & Recovery
▪️ Bus Marshals

Benefits include a $75 SingleTrack voucher, a donation to your club or group, and snacks.

More info via our website.

27/08/2026

Two weeks to go! ✌️

27/08/2026

26/08/2026

Full steam ahead!!! 🚂🏃

Entries for the 2026 Puffing Billy Classic 13.5km are now SOLD OUT. If you missed us, you can register for our waitlist should any remaining spots open up. Please do so here via the registration link 👉 bit.ly/RaceTheTrain26

20/08/2026

Run, test & WIN!

📆 Sunday 23 August, The Running Company Lilydale x New Balance are hosting a free social run through Emerald Lake Park - no entry fee, no pressure, just a good morning out on part of the PBRF course before the big day! Details 👇

🎁 Every runner goes in the draw to WIN a pair of brand-new New Balance shoes — plus you'll get to test a pair on the run itself!
🏃 The lovely Bec & Steve from The Running Company Lilydale will guide the run - a great chance to tap into their running knowledge expertise!
💆 Free post-run massage, courtesy of Thrive Sports Medicine
🐾 Dog friendly (dogs just aren't invited inside the visitor centre — house rules)
📍 Puffing Billy Lakeside Visitor Centre, Emerald Lake Park�🕣 8:30am–11am
📆 For more info and to RSVP visit: puffingbillyrunningfestival.com.au/social-run/

18/07/2026

5km Family Fun with Puffing Billy cheering from the sidelines!

The Family Fun Run winds through Emerald Lake Park — scenic, achievable, and finishes with a medal.

Perfect for young runners, first-timers, families, and anyone who wants to enjoy this special run on a special day!

🚂🏃 bit.ly/RaceTheTrain26

15/07/2026

DON'T MISS THE TRAIN ‼️

Entries for the 13.5km Classic are now almost sold out, with 90% of our capacity filled, while the 5km Family Fun Run is over 80% sold out.

If you're planning on running with us in 2026 - do not wait any longer!

🚂🏃 bit.ly/RaceTheTrain26