5km fun Runs

Elite 5km & Fitness 5km

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EVENT OVERVIEW
COURSE MAPS
SCHEDULE
FEES
WHAT YOU GET

Perfect for all abilities, it’s a chance to run, jog, or walk at your own pace while soaking up the salty sea air and the buzz of the event atmosphere.

With friendly crowds lining sections of the route and the backdrop of Wollongong’s spectacular coastline, the 5km Fun Run is as much about the experience as it is about the finish line.

Key Event Details

Date: Saturday, 18 April 2026
Distance: 5km
Start Time: 8:15am

Start Location: Cliff Road, Wollongong
Finish Line: Lang Park, Wollongong

Elite 5km & Fitness 5km

Course Map / Terrain Detail / Elevation

*All Course maps are subject to change

  • Distance: 5km
  • Terrain: The route includes a mix of road, coastal paths, and undulating sections with scenic views of the Illawarra.
  • Elevation Gain: +41m -42m
  • Max Gradient: 2.5%
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Event Schedule

FRIDAY 17th APRIL

EVENT
OPEN
CLOSE
LOCATION
Optional registration ALL RACES
3:00pm
5:00pm
Lang Park, Wollongong

SATURDAY 18th APRIL 

Elite 5km & Fitness 5km

EVENT
OPEN
CLOSE
LOCATION
Bib Collection
6:00am
8:05am

Registration Marquee: Lang Park
Race Briefing
8:05 am

Start Line: Cliff Road
Race Start
8:15am
Start Line: Cliff Road
Presentation
1:00pm
Finish Line Area: Lang Park

SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Event Fees

What you get: Nutrition, finisher medals.

Merchandise cut-off date is the 18.3.2026
AusTriathlon day licence: $2.00 

Super Early
Closes 10.9.2025
Early Bird
Closes 18.10.2025
1st Release
Closes 27.12.2025
2nd Release
Closes 21.2.2026
Late Entry
Closes 21.3.2026
Last Chance
18.4.2026
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 PRE-EVENT INFO

ON EVENT DAY

  • Collection of your Registration pack is compulsory for all individuals.
  • These can be collected from the Registration Marquee
  • Please check the Event Schedule for registration and transition opening times
  • Please bring Personal ID, this is very important for registration!
  • Junior athletes please bring your parent or guardian along with you
  • Bibs will include an embedded timing chip and are to be worn on the Front of your running top/singlet

PRESENTATION & PRIZES

  • All finishers receive a medal
  • All age group podium place getters (1st, 2nd & 3rd) get a medal.

RACE RESULTS

  • Can be accessed via the Results link at the top of the page.
  • Results will be uploaded as soon as possible after the completion of the event.

What you get!

  • Finisher medals
  • Option to purchase merchandise (if entered before cut-off)
  • Access to aid stations/ refill water points located around the course
  • Professional medical support on course
  • Professional electronic timing and results
  • Event photographer along the course to capture your finest moments
  • Event central expo
  • Beautiful race venue
  • Timing chip and results on event day
  • Safe and professionally managed event
  • Incredible support from local sport and charity groups – who receive a portion of proceeds from the event
  • Aid stations on the run courses (42, 21, 10 & 5km) with water and hydration.
  • Post-event snacks, recovery & nutrition
  • Bragging rights and annual stories tell
  • Access to aid stations/ refill water points located around the course
  • Professional medical support on course
  • Professional electronic timing and results
  • Event photographer along the course to capture your finest moments
  • Event central expo
  • Beautiful race venue
  • Timing chip and results on event day
  • Safe and professionally managed event
  • Incredible support from local sport and charity groups – who receive a portion of proceeds from the event
  • Aid stations on the run courses (42, 21, 10 & 5km) with water and hydration.
  • Post-event snacks, recovery & nutrition
  • Bragging rights and annual stories tell