ABOUT
The Australian Cross Country Championships are proudly supported by the Victorian Government and City of Ballarat. With race opportunities from ages Under 11 - 70+, there's an opportunity for everyone to compete at this weekend festival of running. This event will also include the UniSport Australia Championships.
Event Merchandise
Pre-orders are now closed. Event merchandise will be available to purchase on the ground.
Please note: Pre-orders that do not include a personalised hoodie will be dispatched within 2–3 days. Pre-orders requiring a personalised name on the hoodie will require an additional week for production before dispatch.
Australian Athletics Mixed Relays
DO MORE - Are you a mum, dad, friend or supporter of an athlete? There's an opportunity for you too! Put a team together for our Mixed Relays on Sunday.
Golden 5km
Join us at The Golden 5km and mix up your Saturday morning run on the undulating grass terrain of the official Australian Cross Country Championships course, prior to the action kicking off later in the day.
All abilities and paces are welcome to enter, grab your family and friends for a fun 5km at Victoria Park, Ballarat. It's a perfect way for the cheer squad to get their run in.
SPECTATORS
The event is free for spectators, coaches, friends and family to attend! Check out the activation zone; with Chemist Warehouse giveaways, PUMA on site for wear-testing, grab a bite to eat at the food trucks, get your event merch and follow the action on course live on the big screen!
The Australian Cross Country Championships are one of six meets part of the Chemist Warehouse Winter Series.
Athlete Information
Entries & Entry Lists: Entries closed for all athletes on 4 August 2026 at 12:00noon. Any additional late entry enquiries, must be directed to your State Member Association.
Entry List are now available on Roster Athletics. Should you have any changes or corrections, please click the "Scratchings and Changes" button below.
Entries from International Athletes (do not enter here unless representing a different country): https://www.revolutionise.com.au/aa/events/362667 CLOSED
Technical Information & Rules: Athletes should be familiar with the information below:
Course Map
