Wondai Country Festival & Running Festival

Wondai Country Festival & Running Festival Wondai Country Festival will be 27/28 June 2026

see our webpage Wondai Country Festival
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Planning your race? We've got you covered! 🗺️ Check out the course map for all the aid stations and toilet locations acr...
19/06/2026

Planning your race? We've got you covered! 🗺️

Check out the course map for all the aid stations and toilet locations across our events on Sunday 28 June:
🏃 BOWY Active 5km Rail Trail Run
🏃‍♀️ Parkside 10km Rail Trail Run
🏃 Bendigo Bank Half Marathon
🏃‍♂️ Ken Mills Toyota Full Marathon

Half marathon and full marathon runners can also leave personal food and drinks at the start line for delivery to designated aid stations along the course🍌🥤

18/06/2026

This year, we're introducing the Crow FM 90.7 Wondai 1km Time Trial 🏃‍♂️

Replacing the Dash for Cash, this 500m out-and-back challenge features staggered starts, so you're racing the clock, not each other ⏱️

Your $5 entry fee supports cancer research through Ride for Relay, with age-graded results giving everyone a shot at the podium 🏆

Go all out for a PB or use it as the perfect warm-up for race day 🤩

Register here:
https://www.eventwizards.com.au/frmRegister.aspx?SeriesID=43

🏃‍♀️🍔 Race pack collection + BBQ = the perfect start to festival weekend!The Wondai Proston Wolves Rugby League Club ar...
18/06/2026

🏃‍♀️🍔 Race pack collection + BBQ = the perfect start to festival weekend!

The Wondai Proston Wolves Rugby League Club are firing up the BBQ next Friday at the Wondai Regional Art Gallery.
Meet fellow runners, catch up with friends, and enjoy a burger before race day. Everyone is welcome 🤝

📅 Friday 26 June
⏰4:30pm–6:00pm
✅ Please RSVP to the Facebook event here:

https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dj195rdjZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr

16/06/2026

🏅 Make your medal uniquely yours!

Visit our Medal Stamp Station and personalise your medal with distance stamps, motivational messages, and achievement stamps like 'Personal Best' ⭐

And don't forget, you can even bring along medals from previous years and add to your running story ❤️

𝓝𝓪𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓢𝓹𝓸𝓷𝓼𝓸𝓻 - 𝓑𝓞𝓦𝓨 𝓐𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓿𝓮We're excited to have BOWY Active Cycling Apparel as the naming sponsor of our 5km Rail Trai...
16/06/2026

𝓝𝓪𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓢𝓹𝓸𝓷𝓼𝓸𝓻 - 𝓑𝓞𝓦𝓨 𝓐𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓿𝓮

We're excited to have BOWY Active Cycling Apparel as the naming sponsor of our 5km Rail Trail Run! 🏃🚴‍♀️

Born from a desire to make quality cycling apparel affordable for everyone, BOWY Active has quickly become a favourite among cyclists for its comfort, durability and value. Whether you're looking for trusted cycling kit, custom designs or team apparel, the BOWY Active team can help you stand out from the crowd.

Be sure to stop by and say hello to them at the Running Festival and learn more about what they have to offer!

🏅 BOWY Active 5km Rail Trail Run
📅 Sunday 28 June
⏰ 7:15am

Following the popular Wondai parkrun course, the 5km event offers a fun challenge for runners of all abilities. You'll tackle the uphill section in the first half before turning for home and enjoying the downhill run back to the finish, with just a little sting in the tail at the end to keep you honest!

🌿 Scenic Rail Trail course
🏃 Perfect for beginners and experienced runners alike
⬆️ Uphill out, downhill home
💪 Fast, fun and rewarding

A huge thank you to BOWY Active Cycling Apparel for supporting the Wondai Country Running Festival and helping us create another fantastic event for our community.

𝓝𝓪𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓢𝓹𝓸𝓷𝓼𝓸𝓻 - 𝓟𝓪𝓻𝓴𝓼𝓲𝓭𝓮 𝓣𝓲𝓶𝓫𝓮𝓻We are thrilled to welcome Parkside Timber back as a sponsor of the Wondai Country Runni...
15/06/2026

𝓝𝓪𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓢𝓹𝓸𝓷𝓼𝓸𝓻 - 𝓟𝓪𝓻𝓴𝓼𝓲𝓭𝓮 𝓣𝓲𝓶𝓫𝓮𝓻

We are thrilled to welcome Parkside Timber back as a sponsor of the Wondai Country Running Festival for 2026! 🏃🌲

For more than 75 years, Parkside Timber has been producing some of Australia's finest hardwood timber products. With mills located right here in Wondai, they are one of the South Burnett's largest employers and a valued supporter of our local community. We are incredibly grateful for their continued support of our event.

🏅 Parkside Timber 10km Rail Trail Run
📅 Sunday 28 June
⏰ 7:00am

The Parkside Timber 10km follows the beautiful Rail Trail and, much like the Half Marathon, is a race of two halves. Expect a steady climb on the way out before turning around and enjoying the downhill run back to the finish.

🌿 Scenic Rail Trail course
🏃 Perfect for runners chasing a challenge or a personal best
⬆️ Uphill out, downhill home!

A huge thank you to Parkside Timber & Hardware for their ongoing commitment to our festival and the South Burnett community. We look forward to seeing plenty of runners take on this fantastic 10km event.

Conquer will be in attendance at the festival again this year to help you all out with strapping and massage before and ...
14/06/2026

Conquer will be in attendance at the festival again this year to help you all out with strapping and massage before and after your event. Cost $10. Find their stall in the athletes' precinct and book your appointment.

𝓝𝓪𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓢𝓹𝓸𝓷𝓼𝓸𝓻 - 𝓑𝓮𝓷𝓭𝓲𝓰𝓸 𝓑𝓪𝓷𝓴We're proud to once again have Bendigo Bank as the naming sponsor of our 21.1km Half Marath...
14/06/2026

𝓝𝓪𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓢𝓹𝓸𝓷𝓼𝓸𝓻 - 𝓑𝓮𝓷𝓭𝓲𝓰𝓸 𝓑𝓪𝓷𝓴

We're proud to once again have Bendigo Bank as the naming sponsor of our 21.1km Half Marathon! 🏃‍♂️

Bendigo Bank is known for being more than just a bank. While they're great with money, they're even more passionate about the good that money can do for people and communities. Their ongoing support of local events is a wonderful example of their commitment to helping our region thrive.

🏅 Bendigo Bank Half Marathon
📅 Sunday 28 June
⏰ 6:45am

Following the picturesque Rail Trail route, our Half Marathon runners will experience a race of two halves. The first section offers a steady uphill challenge, but the reward comes after the turnaround point, with an enjoyable downhill run home.

🌿 Scenic Rail Trail course
💪 A rewarding challenge for runners of all levels
🏃‍♂️ One of the festival's most popular events

A huge thank you to Bendigo Bank for their continued support of our Half Marathon and the South Burnett community. If you're looking for a bank that invests back into local communities, be sure to visit the team at Bendigo Community Bank Nanango.

𝓝𝓪𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓢𝓹𝓸𝓷𝓼𝓸𝓻 - 𝓚𝓮𝓷 𝓜𝓲𝓵𝓵𝓼 𝓣𝓸𝔂𝓸𝓽𝓪We are proud to once again have Ken Mills Toyota Kingaroy as the naming sponsor of our ...
13/06/2026

𝓝𝓪𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓢𝓹𝓸𝓷𝓼𝓸𝓻 - 𝓚𝓮𝓷 𝓜𝓲𝓵𝓵𝓼 𝓣𝓸𝔂𝓸𝓽𝓪

We are proud to once again have Ken Mills Toyota Kingaroy as the naming sponsor of our premier event – the Ken Mills Toyota 42.2km Marathon!

Ken Mills Toyota is one of the South Burnett's most generous and community-minded businesses, continually giving back to the community that supports them. Beyond their commitment to local events and organisations, their friendly team in Kingaroy are ready to help with new and used vehicles, machinery, and outstanding customer service.

🏅 Ken Mills Toyota Marathon 42.2km
📅 Sunday 28 June
⏰ 6:30am

For those taking on this gruelling marathon challenge, you're in for an unforgettable journey! The course will test your endurance, determination and spirit, while showcasing the beautiful South Burnett landscape along the way.

📈 Check out the attached elevation profile to see what lies ahead and start planning your race strategy!

A huge thank you to Ken Mills Toyota Kingaroy for their ongoing support of our festival and the local community. We wish all marathon participants the very best as they prepare to tackle the 42.2km distance!

𝓝𝓪𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓢𝓹𝓸𝓷𝓼𝓸𝓻 - 𝓖𝓸 𝓖𝓮𝓽𝓽𝓪 𝓖𝓲𝓻𝓵𝓼 𝓘𝓷𝓬We're delighted to have Go Getta Girls Inc as the naming sponsor for our 11.1km Fores...
11/06/2026

𝓝𝓪𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓢𝓹𝓸𝓷𝓼𝓸𝓻 - 𝓖𝓸 𝓖𝓮𝓽𝓽𝓪 𝓖𝓲𝓻𝓵𝓼 𝓘𝓷𝓬

We're delighted to have Go Getta Girls Inc as the naming sponsor for our 11.1km Forest Trail event!

Go Getta Girls is a supportive women's walking and running group for those aged 18+, bringing together women of all fitness levels in a welcoming and encouraging environment. Meeting every Monday and Thursday morning at Memorial Park on Burnett Street, Kingaroy, the group offers both 5:45am and (during winter) 6:30am start times. And Saturday 5.30 am longer runs. With experienced coaches on hand, they're passionate about helping women start or continue their walking and running journey.

🌲🏃‍♀️ Go Getta Girls Forest Trail 11.1km
📅 Saturday 27 June
⏰ 1:30pm

Starting from the Rail Trail behind Wondai Town Hall, this scenic trail run winds through the stunning McEuen Forest, featuring beautiful spotted gum and wattle woodland and an undulating cross-country course that showcases some of the best natural scenery the South Burnett has to offer.

⚠️ There are two great Saturday afternoon events to choose from, but participants can only enter one event, not both!

✅ Beautiful forest trails
✅ Fully marked course
✅ Sweeper on course to ensure everyone gets home safely
✅ Perfect for runners looking for a shorter trail challenge

A huge thank you to Go Getta Girls Inc. for supporting our event and helping inspire more people to get active, build confidence, and enjoy the benefits of walking and running.

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