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Burleigh Swim Run Australia Day Challenge 2027

Proudly supported by Kollosche, hnkn and Burleigh Surf Club

ONLINE ENTRIES OPEN THURSDAY 1ST OCTOBER 2026

Only 600 SPOTS available!!

Join us for the 16th Annual Burleigh Swim Run Australia Day Challenge, proudly presented by our co-sponsors Leaders in luxury property - Kollosche, hnkn and Burleigh Surf Lifesaving Club.

Date: Tuesday 26 January 2027 (Australia Day Public Holiday)
Location: In front of the Burleigh Lifeguard Headquarters, Burleigh Beach

This community fitness event celebrates Fitness, Families & Fun and is open to everyone – from kids aged 5 years through to adults aged 60+.

Events

The day includes three exciting events, all combining an ocean swim (or wade for younger participants) and a beach run. Distances are designed to suit all ages and abilities.

  • The Challenge (400m ocean swim and 4km beach run) – Solo or Teams Relay option (1 person swim and then 1 person runs) - all ages 9+

  • The Taste Tester (200m ocean swim and 2km beach run) – A fun introduction to the Swim Run - all ages 9+

  • The Young Guns (400m wade and 400m beach run – Specially tailored for younger participants from 5 -12 year olds (with a wade instead of a swim)

This event is all about bringing the community together in a safe, supportive and energetic environment. Whether you’re competing, trying something new, or just out for fun – there’s a place for everyone at the Burleigh Swim Run!

Distances/Events

The Challenge (solo or team):
400m swim + 4K beach run

The Taste Tester:
200m swim + 2K beach run

The Young Guns Challenge (5 to 12 years old):
400m wade + 400m beach run

Please note: all up to date information and registration links will be available through our event Instagram @burleighswimrun and Facebook Burleigh Swim Run pages

In the event of bad weather or surf conditions Sunday 4 April 2027 from 6:00am to 10:00am has been set as a back-up date. If participants withdraw from the event or the event is to be cancelled for 2027 - no refund will be allocated.

Registration fees

Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.

12 and under Challenge (400m ocean swim + 4km beach run) Opening soon

400m Ocean Swim and 4km Beach run in and along beautiful Burleigh Beach

  1. A$73.50

    $70 entry + 5% processing fee

    Oct 1 - Jan 22

16 and under Challenge (400m ocean swim + 4km beach run) Opening soon

400m Ocean Swim and 4km Beach run in and along beautiful Burleigh Beach

  1. A$73.50

    $70 entry + 5% processing fee

    Oct 1 - Jan 22

Open Challenge (Prize-money 400m ocean swim + 4km beach run) Opening soon

400m Ocean Swim and 4km Beach run in and along beautiful Burleigh Beach

  1. A$73.50

    $70 entry + 5% processing fee

    Oct 1 - Jan 22

30-39yrs Challenge (400m ocean swim 4km beach run) Opening soon

400m Ocean Swim and 4km Beach run in and along beautiful Burleigh Beach

  1. A$73.50

    $70 entry + 5% processing fee

    Oct 1 - Jan 22

40-49yrs Challenge (400m ocean swim + 4km beach run) Opening soon

400m Ocean Swim and 4km Beach run in and along beautiful Burleigh Beach

  1. A$73.50

    $70 entry + 5% processing fee

    Oct 1 - Jan 22

50+ yrs Challenge - 400m ocean swim + 4km beach run Opening soon

400m Ocean Swim and 4km Beach run in and along beautiful Burleigh Beach

  1. A$73.50

    $70 entry + 5% processing fee

    Oct 1 - Jan 22

Over the Century Club (100kg+) Challenge - 400m Ocean Swim + 4km Beach run Opening soon

400m Ocean Swim and 4km Beach run in and along beautiful Burleigh Beach

  1. A$73.50

    $70 entry + 5% processing fee

    Oct 1 - Jan 22

Taste-Tester (200m ocean swim + 2km beach run) Opening soon

200m Ocean Swim and 2km Beach run in and along beautiful Burleigh Beach

  1. A$63.00

    $60 entry + 5% processing fee

    Oct 1 - Jan 22

Young Guns Wade - 5-12yrs (400m) + Run (400m) Opening soon

400m wade along with shore from ankle to waist depth and 400m beach run along beautiful Burleigh Beach

  1. A$42.00

    $42 entry + 5% processing fee

    Oct 1 - Jan 22

Teams Relay (2 person) Challenge 400m ocean swim and 4km beach run (1 person swims and 1 person runs Opening soon

Teams Relay (2 person) Challenge 400m ocean swim and 4km beach run Teams (2 person) can be same gender or mixed gender with 1 person swimming the 400m ocean swim and 1 person running the 4km beach run

  1. A$84.00

    $80 entry + 5% processing fee

    Oct 1 - Jan 22

Contact information

Event contact
Ty Dowker | burleighswimrun@gmail.com
Phone
0413148470