The Gold Coast Marathon in Queensland to Kick Off in July – Early Bird Registration Ends April 28

Reported by You T-Ru / Compiled by Staff

The most important classic road race, the “Gold Coast Marathon,” is set to take place. The course runs along dozens of kilometers of beautiful beaches along the Gold Coast. This year, the race will officially begin on July 2–3. According to Queensland, Australia, early bird registration discounts are currently available, with the deadline at 11:59 PM on April 28. Tourism Queensland has especially planned a “Taiwan Celebration Party” on July 3 for runners participating in the marathon.


▲ Gold Coast Marathon in Queensland. (Photo / Provided by Tourism Queensland)

Entering its 38th edition, the Gold Coast Airport Marathon is one of the world’s most significant classic road races and the first event in Australia to receive IAAF Gold Label Road Race certification from World Athletics. The course spans dozens of kilometers of beautiful beaches along the Gold Coast, featuring low elevation, minimal incline, and cool weather—ideal conditions for runners to achieve personal bests.

In recent years, as road running has gained immense popularity in Taiwan, the Gold Coast running trip has become increasingly favored through word of mouth among enthusiasts and the influence of celebrities. To help Taiwanese travelers enjoy the event, Tourism Queensland has partnered with SportsNote to launch the “2016 Gold Coast Marathon Page,” providing information on the race, registration tips, advice for first-timers, and local dining and entertainment options.

In addition, the Queensland Tourism and Events Promotion Bureau has organized a post-race celebration party for Taiwanese runners, where participants can enjoy fine food and drinks while sharing their joy and excitement. This year’s Gold Coast Marathon will officially commence on July 2–3. Early bird registration discounts are only available until 11:59 PM on April 28, Queensland local time, with general registration closing at 8:00 PM on July 1.

Taiwan Celebration Party
Time: July 3, 2016, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Venue: Hard Rock Cafe Surfers Paradise
Cost: Free
Capacity: 200 people
Registration Period: Now until June 1, 2016, or until filled.
Participation Requirements:
1. Runners with Taiwanese nationality who have registered for the Gold Coast Marathon must also submit a copy of their registration form to sportsnoteevent1@gmail.com. Registration is confirmed only upon receipt of an acknowledgment email.
2. Participants must
3. As this is a banquet, participants under the age of 18 are not allowed.
4. Non-participants of the 2016 Gold Coast Marathon who wish to accompany the group will be charged an admission fee of NT$1,000.