Gold Coast Backyard Ultra

Friday 13 March 2026 | 04:00 PM

Main Beach

A unique last-person-standing endurance running event where athletes complete a 6.7 km loop every hour, on the hour, for as long as they can.

The ultimate race with no finish line has arrived on the Gold Coast.

Essentially, you have one hour to run one yard (6.71km). The next yard starts every hour, on the hour. If you don’t complete the yard in an hour, fail to start or decide not to continue you’re out. The race continues until there is only one person left standing.

Whether you're chasing a personal challenge, supporting friends and family, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, this event offers non-stop excitement against a world class coastal backdrop.

It’s a race against yourself, your own distance personal bests, and your mind.

Getting there

Consider using public transport or active travel. Plan your trip with Translink's journey planner.

Parking may be limited. For metered parking, use the EasyPark app to start, end, and extend your parking direct from your phone to avoid fines. For more information visit City of Gold Coast's Parking page.