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Running · Marathons
Run Port Stephen Marathon 2026
- Race day
- Saturday, 28 November 2026
- Location
- Port Stephens, Australia
- Distance
- 26.2 mi / 42.2 km
Run Port Stephen Marathon: 28 November 2026, from Port Stephens. Entry, route, a pace chart and the race-day forecast.
Run Port Stephen Marathon Race Timeline
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This is where the real training happens — building your long run and getting comfortable with marathon race-pace.
Run Port Stephen Marathon 2026: quick answers
When is Run Port Stephen Marathon 2026?
Run Port Stephen Marathon 2026 takes place on Saturday, 28 November 2026.
How many miles is Run Port Stephen Marathon?
Run Port Stephen Marathon is 26.2 miles (42.2km).
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Saturday, 28 November 2026
- Distance
- 26.2 miles / 42.2km
- Location
- Port Stephens, Australia
- Surface
- Road/Path/Beach
Not published by the organiser at the time of writing: start point, finish point, start time, cut-off time, age requirement, tracking app. Verus records these as unconfirmed rather than estimating them — check the official race website closer to race day.
Direct Entry Summary
Not published for this event — check the official race website.
Ballot Policy
No ballot — entry is direct through Elite Energy Event Management.
Run Port Stephen Marathon Race Day Weather
A real forecast appears here once one exists for race day — usually about a week to ten days out. Nothing is shown until then, because a made-up forecast is worse than none.
Run Port Stephen Marathon Route Map & Elevation Profile
Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.
Is Run Port Stephen Marathon flat?
No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: road/path/beach.
Run Port Stephen Marathon Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
Not published for this event — check the official race website.
Start line.
Where Run Port Stephen Marathon starts and finishes
The organiser hasn't published start and finish locations for Run Port Stephen Marathon yet.
These are the start and finish points, not the route. Verus doesn't hold course files for this race, and drawing a line between two pins would be a guess you might end up training on.
Full Run Port Stephen Marathon Route Breakdown
The Run Port Stephen course starts from Nelson Bay Wharf and follows a mix of road and path routes along the pristine coastline. Runners will enjoy tree-covered paths, the town centre, and a fast, flat finish near the beach. The course is ideal for both experienced athletes and first-time runners, with a friendly atmosphere and family-friendly facilities.
Run Port Stephen Marathon Pace Calculator & Splits
Run Port Stephen Marathon Pace Calculator
Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.
Average pace / mile
9:10
Average pace / km
5:42
Run Port Stephen Marathon Pace Chart
Split markers calculated for standard checkpoints — no official pacers are confirmed for this event.
| Target | Pace /mi | Pace /km | 5K | 10K | Half Marathon | 30K | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 | 6:52 | 4:16 | 21:21 | 42:41 | 1:30:04 | 2:08:04 | 3:00:00 |
| 3:15 | 7:27 | 4:37 | 23:07 | 46:15 | 1:37:34 | 2:18:44 | 3:15:00 |
| 3:30 | 8:01 | 4:59 | 24:54 | 49:48 | 1:45:05 | 2:29:25 | 3:30:00 |
| 3:45 | 8:35 | 5:20 | 26:41 | 53:22 | 1:52:35 | 2:40:05 | 3:45:00 |
| 4:00 | 9:10 | 5:42 | 28:28 | 56:55 | 2:00:05 | 2:50:46 | 4:00:00 |
| 4:15 | 9:44 | 6:03 | 30:14 | 1:00:29 | 2:07:35 | 3:01:26 | 4:15:00 |
| 4:30 | 10:18 | 6:24 | 32:01 | 1:04:02 | 2:15:06 | 3:12:06 | 4:30:00 |
| 4:45 | 10:53 | 6:46 | 33:48 | 1:07:36 | 2:22:36 | 3:22:47 | 4:45:00 |
| 5:00 | 11:27 | 7:07 | 35:34 | 1:11:09 | 2:30:06 | 3:33:27 | 5:00:00 |
| 5:30 | 12:36 | 7:50 | 39:08 | 1:18:16 | 2:45:07 | 3:54:48 | 5:30:00 |
| 6:00 | 13:44 | 8:32 | 42:41 | 1:25:23 | 3:00:08 | 4:16:08 | 6:00:00 |
| 6:30 | 14:53 | 9:15 | 46:15 | 1:32:30 | 3:15:08 | 4:37:29 | 6:30:00 |
| 7:00 | 16:02 | 9:58 | 49:48 | 1:39:37 | 3:30:09 | 4:58:50 | 7:00:00 |
Run Port Stephen Marathon Finish Time Estimator
Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your Run Port Stephen Marathon finish time.
Your 5K time
Estimated Run Port Stephen Marathon finish
3:59:36
An estimate only, based on Pete Riegel's race-time prediction formula. Real marathon performance depends on endurance, training specificity, pacing and race-day conditions — not just your speed over a shorter distance.
Training for a different distance? Try the full pace calculator, race time predictor or pace chart.
Got your target time? Save it to your profile.
Tag Run Port Stephen Marathon, set your goal pace, and let Verus track your countdown, training and fundraising in one place.
Start Your Verus JourneyRun Port Stephen Marathon Race Day Checklist
Tap items to mark off your race-day readiness.
- Race number attached, and any timing chip fitted per your race pack instructions
- Weather-appropriate kit, plus something warm and disposable to discard before the start
- A plan for reaching Port Stephens
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for Run Port Stephen Marathon
16-20 weeks is the target window for first-time marathoners; 12-16 weeks is solid if you're already maintaining a baseline mileage. Arrive with your longest run behind you in training, not on race day itself.
This is a largely flat course, so most of your long runs can mirror that — flat and steady, building time on feet rather than hill strength.
Reduce overall mileage across the final 2-3 weeks while preserving short race-pace bursts. Arrive at the start line fresh, energized, and primed — not fit, fresh.
Lock in your target pace using the interactive splits calculator below — no official pacers are confirmed for this event, so a pace band on your watch is the more reliable option.
Test your race-day fuel and hydration plan on your long training runs, not for the first time on race day — check the Race Day Checklist below for what's actually on this course.
Marathon Nutrition & Fueling Plan
A deliberate increase in carbohydrate over the two to three days before the race is the well-established approach at marathon distance.
Eat a carbohydrate-focused breakfast two to three hours before the start, and stick to something you've already tested in training rather than trying anything new.
Most runners take on carbohydrate every 30 to 45 minutes from about an hour in, alongside fluid at the on-course stations.
A mix of carbohydrate and protein in the hour or so after finishing supports recovery.
Run Port Stephen Marathon Charity Places 2026
No formal charity-place scheme published — runners commonly fundraise for a charity of their own choosing.
Lead with your personal story — explain why the charity matters to you. Personal connection generates 3x more support than a generic link broadcast.
Share key training milestones on Instagram (first 10-miler, peak week, race week) with your fundraising link in bio. Publicly thanking donors prompts secondary gifts!
Running Run Port Stephen Marathon for charity?
Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other Run Port Stephen Marathon fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusTravel & Logistics
The organiser publishes road closures for this race — see https://www.eliteenergy.com.au/about-us/road-closures/
Run Port Stephen Marathon Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know for race weekend.
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Race details independently compiled and fact-checked by Tommo against the official Run Port Stephen Marathon site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.