The 2026 Sandemand Build Neil Macdonald Dragon Mile registration link - https://my.raceresult.com/377219/

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The Sandeman Build Neil Macdonald Dragon Mile has played a significant part in the athletics history of Bendigo and plays a key part in the Easter Parade during this festive period each year. It is run through the main streets of Bendigo starting in Pall Mall. Crowds of approximately 20,000 line the streets to watch the race.

The sponsor of the race for 2026 is Sandeman Build.

Local athletics club Bendigo Harriers co-ordinates the event.

The race has a history of attracting outstanding athletes. 

See below for past winners. Additionally the race provides the chance for children and adults to participate in front of their community.

 

The next event is set for Easter, 2026. Sunday 5th April

RACES/CATEGORIES:

Males & Females run together except Mini Mile.

1)  Mini Mile Girls Gr.4 & under 10:00am

2)  Mini Mile Boys Gr.4 & under 10.15am

3)  Primary School Gr. 5&6 10:30am

4)  Secondary School Yr 7-8 10:45am

5)  Secondary School Yr 9-10 11:00am

6)  Secondary School Yr 11-12 11:15am

7)  Open, 40+, 50+ 11:15am

Entrants please report on Race Day by 9:30am to starting point in Pall Mall at Gold Monument (near race start) to collect Race Bib Number.