The Mudgee Marathon Weekend enters its 9th year and 2009 sees the return of last year's inaugural and very successful 10km Fun Run, along with its usual program of the 5km Fun Run, Half Marathon & Marathon.

The Mudgee race is well known for its relaxed friendly atmosphere which is perfect for the first timer who's looking for a no-pressure race, yet is still a course that is challenging to the experienced marathoner.

The course weaves itself through the picturesque Mudgee valley; past vineyards, farmland, grazing cattle, and a band of friendly and enthusiastic volunteers cheering you on!

All competitors for the Marathon and Half Marathon receive a quality Cool-Dri Competitors' T-shirt with successful finishers also receiving a medal. Bottles of outstanding Mudgee wine, courtesy of Pieter van Gent Winery, are awarded to place-getters, and spot prizes. 

Mudgee is the second oldest settlement west of the Blue Mountains, 250 km west of Sydney and about a 3.5hr drive via the Great Western Highway. With over 40 cellar doors and numerous award winning restaurants and cafes, extend your Marathon Weekend and enjoy the special experience that is the Mudgee region. Try your hand at gold fossicking on a visit to the historic villages of Sofala and Hill End. Go horse riding or walk along the Wallaby Track with Henry Lawson. Lose yourself exploring the historic gold rush town of Gulgong with its Prince of Wales Opera House, Henry Lawson Centre and Pioneers Museum. Take a drive to the Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo, just an hour & a half away, as are the limestone caves and phosphate mine in Wellington.