WHY GO This running festival includes a full marathon, half marathon, 11-kilometre and six-kilometre run against the backdrop of Uluru and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). The unmade road course is relatively flat, with only a couple of inclines and sand dunes, and some bush tracks.
WHO GOES Locals love it but also professional runners, club runners, casual runners and beginners from around Australia join in for a trot in a truly unique environment.
THE DETAILS On   July 30. For entry details, accommodation packages and more information, see australianoutbackmarathon.com