21.1km Half Marathon
Date:
Sunday 30th, November 2025
Distance:
21.1km Run or Jog
(New Single Lap Course)
Venue:
Start at Albert Park Lake & Finish at Catani Gardens, St Kilda
Start Time:
21.1km Run or Jog
Prams welcome in last wave start
| 21.1km Starts | ||
| 6:45am | 21.1km | Red (Under 90mins) |
| 6:47am | 21.1km | Green (Under 130mins) |
| 6:50am | 21.1km | Yellow (Under 200mins) |
You must be at least 14 years of age on the day of the Event to participate in the 21.1km distance.
New to 2025
Single Lap Half Marathon!
We’re introducing a brand-new single-lap Half Marathon course —set to become one of Australia’s most scenic and iconic routes!
Starting from the Australian Grand Prix Starting Line at Albert Park, the course takes you through Fitzroy Street, along Beach Road, and finishes at the beautiful Catani Gardens, St Kilda.
Bonus: The start and finish lines are only 1.2km apart as the crow flies—super convenient!
Pricing
First 15,000 participants in the 5km, 10km & 21.1km will receive the new 2025 2XU Wellness Run t-shirt
All finishers receive a medal.
| 21.1km Run/Jog | |
| Opening Special (ends 28th August 11:59pm) | $125 |
| Group Special Available From Early Bird Pricing | |
| Early Bird (ends 30th October 11:59pm) | $135 |
| Standard Entry (ends 19th November 11:59pm) | $145 |
| Late Entry | $150 |
Inclusive of GST and booking fees.
Group Specials Available
From Early Bird Pricing
(Not Available During The Opening Special Period)
Got a group of 3 or more?
We’ll give you 10% off all entries from Friday 29th of August. 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. Team members are welcome to run in different distances.
Note, no discounts will be applied retrospectively, so remind your team coordinator to jump in and register first.
Event Details
Course Description
All distances feature a flat, scenic course designed to showcase Melbourne’s stunning bayside. The 21.1km half marathon begins with a picturesque loop around Albert Park Lake, offering sweeping views of the city skyline, before joining the other distances in St Kilda.
The remaining courses start at Catani Gardens, with all participants running along Beach Road beneath the iconic palm trees, past Luna Park, whilst taking in the fresh coastal air before crossing the finish line in the beautiful surrounds of Catani Gardens.
Road Closure
There are some road closures in Albert Park, Port Melbourne, Middle Park, St Kilda and Elwood. Please review timings here.
Optional Event Kit Postage or Collection (T-shirt & Timing Bib)
Kit Postage is an optional purchase that can be made during the registration process ($15 postage per person, with no group postage option available – strictly 1 x t-shirt and timing bib per satchel). Kit postage will close on Thursday 6th November 2025. Postage is unavailable for the 1km (U12 Junior) event.
Kit collection is available on the event weekend on Saturday 29th November or Sunday 30th November.
- 1km (U12 Junior) – Kit collection is available from 8:30am on Saturday 29th November
- 5km, 10km & 21.1km – Kit collection is available from 10:00am – 2:00pm on Saturday 29th November, or from 5:30am on Sunday 30th November
Aid Station Summary: 21.1km Half Marathon
| Number | Location | 21.1km Map | Serving | Gels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lakeside Drive – Turn 9 Gravel Trap | 23.3km | Water | |
| 2
|
Langridge St (Resident Side) | 6.5km | Water 50% & Electrolyte 50% | |
| 3 | Johnston Street (Beach Side) | 9.1km | Water 50% & Electrolyte 50% | |
| 4 | Langridge St (Beach Side) | 11.7km | Water 50% & Electrolyte 50% | |
| 5 |
Meredith (Beach Side) | 14.2km | Water | |
| 6 | Point Ormond | 15.2km | Water 50% & Electrolyte 50% | Yes |
| 7 | Beach Rd at Elwood Park Entry Access | 16.6km | Water 50% & Electrolyte 50% | |
| 8 | Meredith (Resident Side) | 19.2km | Water 50% & Electrolyte 50% | |
| 9 | Jacka (Resident Side) at existing toilets | 20.4km | Water 50% & Electrolyte 50% | |
| 10 | Finish line | 21.1km | Water 50% & Electrolyte 50% |
Entry Pack
Only the best for you!
- First 15,000 participants in the 5km, 10km & 21.1km will receive a 2XU Wellness Run t-shirt
- The 2025 t-shirt will feature the same style and fit as the 2XU ‘Aero’ tee (RRP $49.99) with both male and female sizing
- 1km (U12 Junior) includes a 2025 2XU Wellness Run kids t-shirt
- Baggage drop at the start/finish of venue
- Finisher’s 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 including medical and staff/volunteers
- Results and splits
- Water points on course (plus electrolytes for 10km and 21.1km)
- Closed Beach Road
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 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 counselling 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.
