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Central Coast Runners Active in Weekly Events This Week

ParkRuns and track sessions draw participants across local venues while recent and upcoming festivals shape the running calendar.

By Central Coast Sport Desk · Published 20 July 2026

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Runners across the Central Coast took part in regular weekly fitness events this week, maintaining consistent activity at established local venues.

Weekly Saturday ParkRuns

ParkRuns Central Coast continued every Saturday between 7am and 8am at multiple locations including The Entrance and Woy Woy, offering timed 5km opportunities for runners of varying abilities.

Tuesday Race Nights at Mingara

Race Night at Mingara Athletics Track occurred every Tuesday at 6pm, providing structured sessions on the athletics track for competitive and training-focused participants.

Recent Festival Outcome in Woy Woy

The Bay to Bay Running Festival occurred on June 14, 2026 in Woy Woy with 12km, 5km and 2km options that catered to both beginners and competitive runners, marking one of the more recent large-scale events on the calendar.

These regular and festival-based activities connect directly to the broader schedule of Central Coast running events verified through local running calendars. The Great North Walk Trail Running Festival is scheduled for September 20, 2026 in Patonga with 10km, 30km and 50km technical trail distances. Run Fest Central Coast follows on September 27, 2026 at The Entrance with 3km, 5km, 10km and Half Marathon races starting beneath the Entrance Bridge. The Bouddi Coastal Run is confirmed for November 7, 2026 at Killcare Heights featuring 14km and Half Marathon trail distances. Participation in the weekly sessions supplies ongoing preparation for these distances and locations.

Local runners can continue attending the Saturday ParkRuns at The Entrance and Woy Woy or Tuesday sessions at Mingara Athletics Track to stay consistent ahead of the remaining 2026 events.

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