Ridgy-Didge Trail Run Festival

Ridgy-Didge Trail Run Festival 1.6K

1.6K·30m gain·Lithgow, New South Wales
mountaintechnicaltrail5kloop
Distance1.6K
Gain30m
Date28 Mar 2026
Difficulty1/5

About This Race

The kids race provides young runners with their own mountain adventure in a safe, supervised environment. This short course introduces children to trail running while maintaining the festival atmosphere that makes the event special for families.

The kids race provides young runners with their own mountain adventure in a safe, supervised environment. This short course introduces children to trail running while maintaining the festival atmosphere that makes the event special for families.

Elevation Profile

Elevation profile estimated from terrain data. Actual course may differ.

The course gains 30m over 2km, with the steepest section between km 5–km 5.

Location

Practical Info

Weather

Variable mountain conditions in late March (autumn) with potential for rapid weather changes requiring thermal layers and rain protection

Nearest Airport

SYD - Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport

Accommodation

Event based in Lithgow with registration and activities at Lithgow Pony Club

Required Gear
  • fully_enclosed_shoes
  • buff_beanie_or_cap
  • 500ml_fluid_capacity
  • whistle
  • mobile_phone
  • survival_blanket
  • snake_bandage
  • raincoat
  • long_sleeve_thermal

Best For

mountain_runnersexperienced_trail_runnersultra_runnersfestival_seekers

Notable Features

The event stands out for its comprehensive mandatory gear requirements including snake bandages, reflecting the serious nature of running in Australian mountain conditions. The festival atmosphere includes live music by The Wild Lilys and on-site brewery bar, while courses traverse the highest lookouts in the Blue Mountains with dramatic cliff line scenery.