5km RUn / WALK

DATE Sunday 1st March 2026

DISTANCE 5km

START TIME  To Be Confirmed!

START / FINISH LOCATION
Rosalind Park, Bendigo
(Google Maps)

Start line is within Rosalind Park between the Rotunda and the ‘BENDIGO’ sign.
The Finish line is near the Rotunda within Rosalind Park.

BIB COLLECTION

BIB COLLECTION - RACE WEEK
Tues 24th Feb - Fri 27th Feb: Between 10:00am - 5:30pm

From VERVE Running, 114 Williamson St, Bendigo

BIB COLLECTION - RACE WEEKEND

From Rosalind Park Event Village, near the Rotunda.
Entry near Sidney Myer Place.
Saturday 28th Feb: Between 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Sunday 1st March: From 6:30am onwards.

AGE RESTRICTIONS
All children under the age of 13 years must be accompanied by an adult

WAVE START DETAILS

This event will see runners, walkers, teams, and families all sent out in three waves for a safe and happy experience:

• First Wave: Runners under 35 minutes

• Second Wave: Joggers over 35 minutes.

• Third Wave: Prams and walkers over 45 minutes.

Please select your preferred wave during registration.

EVENT CUT-OFF
11:15 am (75 minutes)

WATER / AID STATIONS
2.5 km & 4 km
There will be drink and aid stations, manned by local volunteer groups, along all course routes and at the start and finish locations. Please note these are water only.

ENTRY FEES - INDIVIDUAL

Early Bird Entry Fee: $30 (Child) $40 (Adult)
(Until midnight 31st January)

Regular Entry Fee: $40 (Child) $50 (Adult)
(Until midnight Friday 28th Feb)

Late Entry Fee: $50 (Child) $60 (Adult)
Entry fee includes GST and third party booking fees.

ENTRY FEES - FAMILY

To be confirmed!

PRIZES
First placed female and male will receive a voucher to VERVE Running.

INCLUSIONS
Finisher medals, professional timing, first aid support, a safe run course, road closures and, of course, fun!
All proceeds raised are donated to Bendigo Health Foundation.