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Pre-event Welcome & Brief
6:00pm Saturday: 16th August 2025 at Le CLA

Main Event Sunday 17th August 2025

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HISTORY BEHIND THE CI MARATHON

The origins of the Marathon lie in Christmas Island folklore beginning in 1992 as a wager between Island Hash House since growing to become an internationally listed event. Competitors may choose to run or walk the course in both the full and half Marathons. The scenic and challenging multi terrain marathon course starts at the top of the island plateaux 260m above sea level running along roads, trails and through Tropical Rainforests down to and along the rugged Island Coastline finishing at Flying Fish Cove.

TESTIMONIALS

"The Christmas Island marathon is quite the experience. The event has such a local and homely feel that you can easily immerse yourself in the community. There is excellent on course support and it is well organised. "

Abdul, Perth WA
"The Christmas Island Marathon is a great event. The location is absolutely stunning. The organisation throughout the event is excellent. Make no mistake, the terrain and climate make it a challenging event. However, the well-being of runners is put first and foremost by the orgnaisers and the support given to runners during the event is first class. Anyone wanting to run a marathon in one of the most remote and amazing locations on the planet should put the Christmas Island Marathon on their calendar."

John, Perth WA
"This was a fantastic event, well organised with spectacular scenery. The support on the course was second to none and the vibe on the day was just lovely. We'd go back in a heartbeat."

Lisa, Kalgoorlie WA
"Happy to endorse it as a great experience and great opportunity to run through rainforest and get to explore the island on foot. As the race is not overly crowded, it does give it quite a personalized flavour and we met some great new running friends.We were pleasantly surprised to be met by the race organizer at the airport and welcomed to the island as if we were some V.I.P's Nowhere on mainland Australia can you run a marathon with such a low entrance fee and get so many freebies.Also appreciate the flexibility to switch from marathon to half-marathon without any issues."

Frik & Sanri, South Africa

EVENTS

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COURSE MAP

Each track holds a unique opportunity to experience Christmas Island like never before. Our Full and Half marathon tracks are a challenging cross country adventure! The tracks are a combination of road and multi terrain trails.

The 5km Dash starts and returns to scenic Flying Fish Cove, whilst the 2km stroll held each year with a fancy dress theme for the kids, sees mums & dads with strollers, Cowboys, Indians, Super Heroes, and Aliens head to and return from the centre of town.

Albeit an event that has attracted competitors from afar as the United Kingdom, USA, New Zealand and across Australia, the Christmas Island Marathon retains a community feel with events and activities that are fun, inclusive and achievable.

1st – 2nd – 3rd place category awards are given as well as for Male, Female and Masters (50+) for the 21.1km solo and team events including the Walk the Course event.

The Walk the Course event is as named and the requirement is simply no running not adhering to Race Walking stipulations regarding the straight leg rule a foot

This event, although inclusive of awards for 1st, 2nd & third place including M/F & Masters categories, allows participants regardless of competitiveness to simply enjoy the experience attracting groups of friends, couples as well as those out to challenge the clock.

The Open Team Relay is also aimed to provide a fun, and social challenge event with no set change over distances as long as feet are continuously on the ground at points at relay changes.

All the events finish at the Islands iconic Flying Fish Cove.

OUR COURSES

42.2 FULL MARATHON + WALK THE COURSE
21.1km HALF MARATHON + WALK THE COURSE
5km DASH
2km FAMILY FUN WALK
1km SENIORS STROLL

Carb Night Brief & Registration Packs

6:00pm - Le CLA

Complimentary Carb Fest and registration briefing - Enjoy a complimentary meal, be officially welcomed and meet fellow competitors. Runners will also receive their registration packs. • Complimentary limited Edition C.I Marathon Cap and Shirt for all Full and Half Marathon & Team Relay Competitors • Free Cap for 5km Dash Participants.

Testimonials

Although it's a small community, CI residents must be the friendliest people in the world which makes this marathon uniquely special. Running through the rainforest was a treat, as was exploring this magical place during the rest of the time I was there.

Fiona, Perth WA
The CI marathon is my favourite running event to date. It seemed like the whole island was out there cheering everyone on, even if you weren't a local. Such a fun vibe the whole way along the course. Massive shout out to the relay team who found me a block of ice when I was overheating, the lovely lady and her son who gave me a hydralyte icy pole and the AFP for those lollies, you guys embodied the community spirit that day!

Stephanie, Perth WA
This is a unique marathon, with large sections going through pristine jungle. The event organisation was superb and had a real community atmosphere, from the Carb night to the medal presentations. Thanks to all involved :)

Keith, Geelong VIC