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5km Run or Walk

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Date:

Sunday 1st, December 2024

Distance:

5km Run, Jog Or Walk

Venue (Start and Finish Line):

Catani Gardens, St Kilda

Start Time:

5km – 9:50am start

Prams welcome in last wave start

5km Starts
9:50am 5km Red (Under 25mins)
9:52am 5km Green (Under 35mins)
9:54am 5km Yellow (Under 45mins)
9:56am 5km Blue (Over 45mins)
9:58am 5km Orange (Jog/Walk)
9:58am 5km Purple (Wheelchairs/Prams/Strollers)

You must be at least 7 years of age on the day of the Event to participate in the 5 km distance. Please note in your registration if you are taking an infant/child on the course in a Pram or similar carrier.

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Pricing

First 7,500 entries actoss all distances receive the new 2024 2XU Wellness Run t-shirt.

All finishers receive a medal.

5km Run or Walk
Opening special (ends 29th August 11:59pm) $65
Super Early Bird (ends 26th September 11:59pm) $67
Early Bird (ends 31st October 11:59pm) $70
Standard Entry (ends 27th November midday) $75
Late Entry $85

Inclusive of GST and booking fees.

Group Specials

Got a group of 3 or more?

We’ll give you 10% off all entries. Simply ‘create your team’ when the first person from your group registers. Teams are just for those with 3 or more runners, and a discount will be automatically applied from the first team member.

Note, no discounts will be applied retrospectively, so remind your team coordinator to jump in and register first.

Register Your Group

Event Details

Course Description

Flat and scenic. Run alongside the iconic St Kilda palm trees on Beach Road, passing Luna Park while taking in the fresh beach air.

Road Closure

Beach Road closed, Kerferd Rd to St. Kilda Street – 5:30am to 11:30am. Managed crossings at Cowderoy Street and St Kilda Marina. Resident access lane provided for residents of Beach Road.

Kit Options (T-shirt and Timing Bib)
  1. Kit postage is available during registration – posted within 1 month of the event.
  2. Kit collection is available on the event weekend from 10am – 2pm Saturday 30th November, or from 5:30am on Sunday 1st December, Catani Gardens, St Kilda.

Download our 8 week training program

Entry Pack

Only the best for you!
  • 5km, 10km and 21.1km runs includes the new 2024 2XU Wellness Run t-shirt
  • Baggage drop at the start/finish of venue
  • 1km U12 junior run includes a kids t-shirt
  • Finishers medal (all distances)
  • Race bib and pins
  • Beyond Blue wristband for all fundraisers (share your page!)
  • The best support you’ve ever had on course
  • Results and splits
  • Water points on course (plus Electrolyte for 10km and 21.1km)
  • Closed Beach Road, medical, and the best staff/volunteer support

2XU Wellness Run Proudly Supports Beyond Blue

Did you know that over 3 million people in Australia experience depression or anxiety? As Australia’s most well-known and visited mental health organisation, Beyond Blue has worked with the community for over 20 years to improve mental health and prevent suicide, so that all people in Australia can achieve their best possible mental health.

Register to run and use your fundraising page to motivate your network and raise funds for Beyond Blue!

Every dollar you raise helps to fund Beyond Blue’s 24/7 Support Service which gives every person in Australia the opportunity to talk through their concerns with a trained mental health professional via phone, webchat or email.

People who access the service can receive a brief one-on-one counseling session to address an immediate concern, as well as receive information and advice on continuing to seek support.

To learn more about Beyond Blue and how to get support, please visit www.beyondblue.org.au.