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RunNation Film Festival 2026 Press Release

RunNation Film Festival returns for its 12th year in 2026, bringing a curated collection of running films to more than 30 locations across Australia and New Zealand. From elite athletes to everyday runners, the festival celebrates the stories, communities, and connections that make running meaningful.

29.05.2026 – admin

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RUNNATION FILM FESTIVAL RETURNS WITH 30+ SCREENINGS ACROSS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND IN 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Real stories. Running connections. A film night to inspire.

Australia and New Zealand, 2026
RunNation Film Festival Presented by Yeah Buddy, returns for its 12th year in 2026, touring more than 30 locations across Australia and New Zealand from July to August.

Bringing together runners, filmmakers, and communities, RunNation showcases a curated selection of films that explore running beyond the finish line. The program features stories from local legends, global journeys, and everyday runners, capturing the reasons people run, the places it takes them, and the connections formed along the way.

“RunNation has always been about more than running,” said Coen Bennie-Faull, Film Tour Director. “It is about shared experiences. You sit in a room with hundreds of people and realise everyone connects to these stories in their own way. That is what makes it special.”

The 2026 program delivers a mix of high-energy, fast-paced films alongside quieter, more personal stories. Together, they create a film night that resonates with both dedicated runners and those simply drawn to powerful storytelling.

What began as a small Sydney event has grown into an internationally recognised festival, while maintaining its core focus on authenticity, community, and meaningful storytelling.

The 2026 tour will visit over 30 locations across Australia and New Zealand, with screenings in major cities and regional communities.

2026 TOUR DATES

AUSTRALIA

  • Melbourne, Lido Cinemas (VIC), Tue 14 July, 7:00pm
  • Gold Coast, Home of The Arts (QLD), Wed 15 July, 7:00pm
  • Byron Bay, Palace Byron Bay (NSW), Wed 22 July, 7:00pm
  • Blue Mountains, Mount Vic Flicks (NSW), Wed 22 July, 7:00pm
  • Sydney East, Ritz Cinemas (NSW), Thu 23 July, 7:00pm
  • Brisbane, New Farm Cinemas (QLD), Thu 23 July, 6:30pm
  • Newcastle, Five Star Tower Cinemas (NSW), Thu 23 July, 6:30pm
  • Launceston, Du Cane Brewery (TAS), Thu 23 July, 7:00pm
  • Canberra, Capital Brewing (ACT), Tue 28 July, 6:30pm
  • Belgrave, Cameo Cinemas (VIC), Thu 30 July, 7:00pm
  • St Helens, Easy, Tiger (TAS), Thu 30 July, 7:00pm
  • Perth, Luna Leederville (WA), Thu 30 July, 6:30pm
  • Armidale, Belgrave Cinema (NSW), Thu 30 July, 6:30pm
  • Port Macquarie, Port Macquarie Cinema (NSW), Thu 30 July, 6:30pm
  • Fremantle, Luna on SX (WA), Thu 6 Aug, 6:30pm
  • Adelaide, The Mercury Cinema (SA), Thu 6 Aug, 7:00pm
  • Sydney West, Dendy Newtown (NSW), Thu 6 Aug, 6:30pm
  • Hobart, Peacock Theatre (TAS), Tue 11 Aug, 7:00pm
  • Canberra, Dendy Cinemas (ACT), Wed 12 Aug, 6:30pm
  • Coffs Harbour (Sawtell), Sawtell Cinema (NSW), Sun 16 Aug, 4:00pm
  • Bright, Sun Bright Cinema (VIC), Sun 16 Aug, 3:30pm

 NEW ZEALAND

  • Wellington, Penthouse Cinema and Cafe, Thu 23 July, 7:00pm
  • Tauranga, Luxe, Wed 29 July, 7:00pm
  • Papamoa, Luxe, Wed 29 July, 7:00pm
  • Auckland, Newmarket Rialto, Thu 30 July, 7:45pm
  • Dunedin, Rialto Cinemas, Thu 30 July, 7:45pm
  • Christchurch, Hoyts EntX, Thu 6 Aug, 6:30pm
  • Takapuna, Takapuna Beachside, Wed 12 Aug, 6:00pm
  • Wanaka, Paradiso Cinema, Thu 13 Aug, 7:00pm
  • New Plymouth, Event Cinema, Thu 13 Aug, 6:30pm
  • Wanaka, Paradiso Cinema, Fri 14 Aug, 7:00pm

MEDIA ENQUIRIES

Coen Bennie-Faull
Film Tour Director
coen@adventureentertainment.com

RunNation ANZ 2026 Media Kit available upon request.