The Elite Energy Kiama Coastal Classic is on track to break its own attendance record, with over 1000 participants set to hit the course on Saturday, 22 June.

Since its debut in 2016, the event has grown steadily in both scale and popularity and Seb Gallery, Marketing Manager at Elite Energy Events, has been involved since day one.

“I’ve worked on and off with Elite Energy for the last 10 years. We launched this event in 2016, and I’ve been part of it from the beginning,” said Gallery.

“Back then we had just over 500 participants. This year, we’re looking at more than double that - likely over 1,000 runners.”

The Kiama Coastal Classic features four distances - 2km, 5km, 12km, and 21km - all starting from the Kiama Surf Club and following the region’s spectacular coastal track. 

Its growing popularity reflects the national surge in health and fitness culture and the run club boom.

The 2024 Kiama Coastal Classic.

“It’s an incredibly picturesque run, so you don’t have to do much to sell the location,” Gallery said.

“In the past two to three years, we’ve seen a big shift toward health and fitness - especially running. That movement has definitely boosted our numbers this year.”

Beyond the running, Gallery says the event plays a valuable role in supporting both local community spirit and regional tourism.

“It’s about bringing the locals together, which we’re always passionate about,” he said.

“But it’s also about attracting people from Sydney and beyond. They come down, stay the night, grab a meal or a drink - and many end up coming back again. We hear that often in our post-event feedback.”

Now entering its ninth year, the Kiama Coastal Classic is firmly established as one of the most scenic and community-driven runs in the region.

So whether you’re lacing up or cheering from the sidelines, head to Kiama Surf Club on 22 June and be part of this growing coastal tradition.

Get more information here: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/91548/kiama-coastal-classic-2025