Australia’s Premier International Walking & Hiking Festival
MarchMingle 2027 | Canberra, ACT | 20–21 March 2027
Established in 1992, MarchMingle is Australia’s oldest and only internationally recognised walking festival. Every year, we welcome an equal mix of passionate local Canberra trail blazers, interstate adventurers, and global travelers for an unforgettable weekend of fitness, community, friendship and discovery.
Where every step brings us closer together.
Why MarchMingle?
30+ Years (Est. 1992)
Walk with confidence. Join a historic, world-class event backed by over three decades of reliable organisation, incredible trail support, and community trust.
Ever-Changing Challenges
We redesign and rotate our routes every few years. Whether you are a first-timer or a returning veteran, you will experience fresh physical challenges and unseen Canberra vistas.
A Truly Global Field
Celebrate intercultural friendship and personal achievement. Typically, one-third of our participants travel from overseas, one-third visit from across Australia, and one-third are locals.
Choose Your Weekend Challenge…
Fresh Trails Incoming! We vary our event routes from year to year to keep the challenge exciting.
Brand-new maps for the 2027 festival will be unveiled here soon—stay tuned!
The Endurance Hikes (21km – 42km)
For seasoned hikers, bushwalkers, and fitness enthusiasts looking to push their physical limits on rugged trail variations.
- Saturday 42km Marathon Hike: The ultimate test of stamina through the Bush Capital.
- Saturday 21km Half-Marathon Hike: A high-energy bush and urban challenge.
- Sunday 24km Fitness Hike: A substantial Sunday distance to test your endurance.
- The MegaMingle (42km + 24km): Our ultimate multi-day hiking crown. 66km across two days.
- The MultiMingle (21km + 24km): The popular high-volume weekend challenge totaling 45km.
The Scenic Walks (7km – 12km)
For casual fitness walkers, social groups, and families wanting a beautifully paced festival experience.
- The AussiePeaceWalk (7km | Sat or Sun): Staying true to our 1992 routes. A flat, highly accessible route focused explicitly on community, international friendship, and peace.
- The MoseyMingle (12km Sat + 12km Sun): The ultimate weekend fitness walk. Lock in 24km over two days, balancing a healthy physical workout with iconic Canberra sightseeing.
“There is nothing quite like the atmosphere of MarchMingle & AussiePeaceWalk.
Walking through Canberra’s changing landscapes alongside people who flew in from around the world, and all over Australia makes every kilometre memorable.”
Ready to Share the Trail?
Whether you are targeting a grueling 42km marathon or a peaceful 7km lakeside stroll, your spot at Australia’s 36th international festival is waiting.
Sign up today and start training for Canberra 2027!
The MarchMingle logo represents a global community of hikers and walking enthuiasts from six continents enjoying each other’s friendship on the trail.
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