- Marathon
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Broome Airport
Broome International Airport Marathon
The LJ Hooker Broome Marathon Festival is held on Cable Beach, Broome in Western Australia.
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2027 edition
Next up
Countdown
251
days to 11 Jul 2027
- Distance
- Marathon
- Course
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- Climb
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- Entry
- A$120
About
The race
The LJ Hooker Broome Marathon Festival is held on Cable Beach, Broome in Western Australia. The festival includes a variety of races including the 11.3 kilometre Matso's Dash, the 19.6 kilometre Life and Soul Run or the full 42.2 kilometre LJ Hooker Broome Marathon. Low tide ensures hard packed sand for this beach running festival. Come and run on one of the most amazing beaches in Australia, in perfect 'Dry Season' conditions. All events run along the beach on hard packed sand, starting and finishing at Cable Beach. To ensure runners have firm packed sand, tide time are a critical part of selecting a suitable date. High tide is nearly 9 hours after the marathon start. Congratulations! 42.2km along Cable Beach on hard packed sand. Don't forget to take in the ocean views along the way to achieving your unique Beach Marathon finish!
Location
Cable Beach, Broome, Australia
Oceania · typically 23°C (73°F) on race day
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Pro tips
Racing it
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Sand Stride
The marathon is run entirely on hard packed sand along Cable Beach. Shorten your stride and keep cadence high; the firm surface still demands more effort than road.
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Dry Season Heat
Typical race day temperature is 22.7°C in the Dry Season. Pace yourself to avoid overheating in the sun and use the ocean views to stay relaxed.
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Tide Timing
High tide is nearly 9 hours after the marathon start, so the race is scheduled for low tide's hard packed sand. Run the early kilometers on the firmest sand.
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Share the Beach
The marathon shares Cable Beach with the 11.3 km Matso's Dash and 19.6 km Life and Soul Run. Expect other runners and walkers, especially near the start and finish.
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Ballot Logistics
Entry is by ballot, so if you get a place, book travel and accommodation in Broome early. The race starts and finishes at Cable Beach.
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In Cable Beach, Broome
Getting Around
Broome is a small, remote town; a car is useful for race-day logistics, but many spots near Cable Beach are walkable.
Spectator Views
Spectators can watch from Cable Beach, with clear views near the start and finish area.
Post-Race Unwind
After the race, relax at Cable Beach or explore Chinatown, soaking in Broome's relaxed pearling-town atmosphere.
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Getting in
First come, first served
Register online for the 2027 Broome International Airport Marathon; 2027 online registrations are now open. Fees are plus card and booking fees.
Ballot
Entries are drawn at random from everyone who applies.
Tour operator package
Travel packages that include a guaranteed entry.
Ballot
Dates not announcedBallot opens
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Ballot closes
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Draw
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Results
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Charity places
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