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Halbmarathon
21,1 km
168m
Start: 17. Juli, 06:30
ASICS Half Marathon
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Straßenläufe in Australien, Melbourne
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Über die Veranstaltung
The ASICS Half Marathon is a one-lap scenic course through Melbourne's iconic landmarks. Designed for all runners, it offers a unique opportunity to experience the city like never before.
Verpflegung & Versorgung
Drink stations are located every 2-4km with water and PURE Sports Hydration available.
Pacer
Pace Groups will be led by identifiable leaders carrying flags indicating their target times ranging from 1hr 25mins to 2hrs 20mins. Participation in pacer groups is included in the entry fee.
Ergebnisse
Offizielle Ergebnisse ansehenTypisches Wetter in Melbourne
Monatsdurchschnitte aus historischen Daten (2000–heute).
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Dec24°13°
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Streckenpläne (PDF)
FAQ
Minimum age for events
Half Marathon age = 16 years + on race day10K age = *12 years + on race day5.5K age = *8 years + on race day*Under this age group must accompanied by an adult.
Names on bibs
If you register for the event before 11:59pm Thursday 14 May 2026, your first name will be printed on your race bib. Note: you must select postage.
I have a toddler, do they have to pay?
Children under four years of age are not required to pay the entry fee, however for safety and insurance reasons you will be required to provide details in the registration process.
When do registrations close?
Online Entries end at 4:00pm on Saturday, 18 July. On-day entries will be available at Melbourne Park on Sunday, 19 July from 5:30am until 30 minutes before each race starts on 19 July 2025. No portion of the entry fee will be donated to charity. Entry fees are used to cover the cost of staging the event.
I’m having trouble entering – what do I do?
Please email runmelbourne@solemotive.com.
I can no longer participate – what are my options?
1. Withdrawal from the event: Withdrawals receive an event credit if they are made before 5:00pm, Friday 19 June 2026. Please email runmelbourne@solemotive.com with your request for an event credit. After this date, no event credits will be issued. Event credits are valid for 1 year from the date of issuing and valid for Sole Motive owned events and cannot be used for contracted events. Refunds will not be issued. When an entrant registers, they agree to the below terms and conditions*. Change of distance/Downgrade from your race: Change of distances and Event downgrades can be made online up until Thursday, 16 July 2026. Use this link. Refunds/credit notes cannot be issued for the difference in entry fee (if any) when downgrading your distance. Please note: Any changes to your registration (name, distance, postage) will incur a $10 administration fee. *T&Cs: I agree that there are no refunds, however, I may request an event credit for other Sole Motive owned events (minus $12.50 for admin fees) no later than 19 June 2026. After this date, no event credits will be issued. Event credits will not be issued when downgrading distances. Event credits will be valid for Sole Motive owned events and cannot be used for contracted events. Event credits are valid for 1 year from the date of issuing. Please note: if you have entered with an event credit we are not able to issue another event credit.
I’ve already registered but I want to join a team
If you wish to join a team, you can do through your registration link.
I accidentally entered the wrong details on my registration – how do I fix this?
If you need to update your details you can do so via Race Roster.
I have lost or never received my confirmation email, can I have it resent?
Please ensure you have checked your junk/spam folder for your confirmation email (e-ticket). If you can still not locate it, you can log via Race Roster and choose to resend your registration email.
Can my friend take my entry if I can no longer participate?
Yes, please click here and follow the prompts to Transfer to a new participant – this will incur a $12.50 transfer fee. Name Transfers end 4:00pm 18 July 2026. Name Transfers will not be permitted on race day, Sunday 19 July 2026.
Can I register at the event?
On-day entries will be available at Melbourne Park on Sunday, 19 July from 5:30am until 30 minutes before each race starts on 19 July 2026.
How do I upgrade/downgrade my race?
Please click here and follow the prompts to Transfer to a new sub event. Distance changes end 11:59pm Friday July 17 2026. Refunds/credit notes cannot be issued for the difference in entry fee (if any) when downgrading your distance. Name Transfers will not be permitted on event weekend.
How do I purchase the official merchandise?
Once the official Run Melbourne 2026 merchandise is available, you can purchase ite through the registration portal when you register. Please note that sizes will not be restocked once they have sold out.
When will I get my merchandise?
Orders before 3 July: If you order before 3 July, we will post your merch at no cost. (Important: merchandise will be posted out from mid-June.) Orders on or after 3 July: Collect from the Sole Motive Race Ready Merchandise store at the event village on race weekend. Hours: 8am-4pm on Saturday 18 July or from 5.30am Sunday 19 July.
Race bib postage
Race bib postage ends 11:59pm, 3 July 2026. *Optional race bib postage fee of $8.95, or free collection from: Sole Motive stores (see below for race bib collection) Event site on race weekend
Race bib collection
Your Run Melbourne Race Bib will be available for collection from 12.00PM midday 30 June 2026 until 5pm Thursday, 16 July 2026 from either of the below locations: Sole Motive Store Hawthorn (793 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn) Sole Motive CBD store (148 Little Collins Street, CBD) *Don't forget that as a Run Melbourne entrant, you get 15% off in store until 30 August 2026.
Where can I collect my Race Bib on Race Weekend?
If you can’t pick up your Race Bib from one of the Sole Motive Stores you can collect it on Saturday 18 July from 8am-4pm at Melbourne Park. **Please note that there will be no Race Bib collection on race day, Sunday 19 July 2026.
How do I get to the event?
We strongly recommend catching public transport to and from the event. Half Marathon runners may have access to public transport using the night network to get to the event. Visit the PTV Night Network website, or plan your trip here. Please refer to the how to get there information above for more information. If you are using your GPS on your phone, the address to put in is Melbourne Park.
Road Closures
Road closure information will be released closer to the event.
Car Parking Do’s and Don’ts
Car parking is extremely limited. We strongly recommend you use public transport to get to the event. If you’re driving please plan your route and parking location prior to the event. If you are planning on driving, see the below information: Parking available Saturday and Sunday: M&OP: Access through Gate D, note there is a charge. See pricing or book: https://prebook.mopt.vic.gov.au/ Saturday: Free parking available in Boathouse Drive. Paid parking is available in Alexandra Ave. There are no road closures in place. Sunday: There will be a number of road closures in place. More info will be released closer to the event. Paid Car Parks available: Arts Centre – access from Sturt Street (the GPS address is 4 Sturt Street, Southbank) Federation Square Carpark – access via Russell St Extension. City Carparks Bike parking is available at the entrance of M&OP on Olympic Boulevard. Please bring a lock and secure it.
Bag drop information
Bag drop is available at Melbourne Park. Please do not leave valuables in your bag. Run Melbourne accepts no responsibility for lost or stolen items. Attach the tear-off strip on the bottom of your race bib to your bag. Keep your race bib so that you can collect your bag post-event. Please note, no single-use plastics.
I'd like to volunteer - where do I go for more info?
If you’d like to join us and become part of the RM volunteer family, we’d love to hear from you. Register your interest here.
Will there be pacers at the event?
Yes! Sole Motive are fortunate to have experienced runners that will pace you to come in around your goal time. For ease of visibility, they will be in an ASICS colourful t-shirt with the pace on their bib on their back and a flag above their head. Please see the table below on the paces that are available and where the pacers can be found at the start line. They will start their watches and pace you once you have crossed the start line – this is known as net time. Pace Group Position- where to find 40 mins Priority 45 mins Front of Wave A 50 mins Front of Wave B 55 mins Wave B 60 mins Front of Wave C 1 hr 10 mins Front of Wave D Pace Group Position 1 hr 30 mins Priority 1 hr 40 mins Front of Wave A 1 hr 45 mins Wave A 1 hr 50 mins Front of Wave B 2 hrs Front of Wave C 2 hr 10 mins Front of Wave D 2 hr 20 mins Wave D
How do I apply to become a pacer?
If you want to be a pacer you need to be comfortable running the pace you are pacing for. To apply, please fill in the details below and send them to pacers@solemotive.com Name: Email: Mobile: Preference 1 (Distance & pace) Preference 2 (Distance & pace) Preference 3 (Distance & pace) Past experience in pacing: Upload link to Strava/ race result showing that you can run at the preferred distance and time selected: ASICS t-shirt/singlet size: You will find out if your application has been successful in early July at the latest.
Is there live tracking?
Yes! More info on live tracking will be available closer to the event.
Start line & waves
Wave Start Zones will be indicated by coloured feathers in place at the start line to ensure a smooth start for all participants. Entrants are asked to assemble in the appropriate zone as indicated by the letter printed on their race bib. Wave Start Times: Half Marathon 6:20am: Racing Wheelchair Wave 6:30am: Priority (Less than 1hr 25mins) 6:33am: Wave A (1hr 26mins - 1hr 45mins) 6:45am: Wave B (1hr 46mins - 1hr 55mins) and Charity Superstar 7:00am: Wave C (1hr 56mins - 2hrs 6mins) 7:15am: Wave D (2hrs 6mins) 7:30am: Start Line Closes 10K 9:20am: Racing Wheelchair Wave 9:30am: Priority (Less than 40mins) 9:33am: Wave A (40mins - 55mins) 9:45am: Wave B (56mins - 60mins) and Charity Superstar 10:00am: Wave C (61mins - 70mins) 10:10am: Wave D (Over 70mins) 10:20am: Start Line Closes 5K 10:30am: Racing Wheelchair Wave 10:40am: Priority (Less than 20mins) 10:43am: Wave A (21mins - 35mins) 10:50am: Wave B (36mins - 40mins) and Charity Superstar 11:00am: Wave C (41mins - 50mins) 11:10am: Wave D (Over 50mins) 11:20am: Start Line Closes
What are the course cut-off times?
Start line close times: Half Marathon: 7:30am 10K: 10:20am 5.5K: 11:20am Course cut-off times: Half Marathon: 8:00am: Reached Intersection of Lansdowne St and Flinders St (3km) 9:15am: Reached Webb Bridge (10km) 11:45am: Reached Batman Avenue (20km) 10K: 10:20am: All runners must have crossed the start line 10:45am: Reached Birdwood Ave at Government House Drive (4km) 11:45am: Reached Batman Ave (9km) 5.5K: 11:20am: All participants must have crossed the start line Finish Line closes 12:30pm for all distances.
Toilet, drink & first-aid locations
TOILET / DRINK & FIRST-AID LOCATIONS: You will be able to find public & portable toilets along the course. Nearby to Start Line: 20x portable toilets and 1x accessible toilet at Speakers Corner – Batman Ave. Inside the Event Village: Located around Kia Arena Please refer to each distance event page for course specific info on toilet, drink station and first-aid locations.
Can I run with headphones?
We strongly discourage the use of headphones on the course. If you do choose to use headphones while running, please ensure that you are still able to hear what is happening around you.
Can I have a supporter ride a bike next to me?
No personal support riders or bike riders within the vicinity of runners are permitted on course. It is the responsibility of each athlete while running to ensure that no bikes are on the course near the runners. Any transgression will result in disqualification from the event.
Can I fly a personal drone on course?
The use of any type of drone or unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is prohibited at the Event. Any person using a drone or UAV may be disqualified from the Event.
Can I run with a pram?
Prams are permitted in all events – please start at the back of your wave for safety reasons.
Can I run as a support person for someone who needs assistance?
If you are running to lend a helping hand to someone who is unable to run without you, then please contact Sole Motive on 1300 762 241 or runmelbourne@solemotive.com.
Can I run with my dog?
All animals are strictly prohibited from entering any part of the course at any time. However, they are welcome on a leash in the event village.
How will I be timed on day?
All runners in the Half-Marathon, the 10k and 5.5k races will be timed. If you wish to receive a finishing time all Run Melbourne participants must wear their RACE BIB. Your Race Bib contains a disposable timing chip, if you don’t wear your bib, you won’t receive an official time. Please wear your race bib on the front of your top and ensure it is visible.
Where can I find my results?
Live results will be available online from here and from the Sole Motive App. Simpley go to your app store and search 'Sole Motive', then click on the Run Melbourne tile to find your results. Participants who have nominated to receive SMS results and have paid an additional $2.50 will receive their results SMS on the evening of the event, and finishers will receive a certificate via email.
What is net time?
Net time is the time the participant crosses the start line until they cross the finish line. This is how results are displayed on the website. These times are for participant information only and are not used to determine place getters. Placegetters are determined by gun time – the first three male and females across the finish line.
Trophies/Prizes
Top 3 male and female overall winners will receive a trophy, a voucher for a pair of ASICS Gel Kayano 33 and an invitation to the Runner's World VIP Lounge. Winners are presented off gun time, you must be in the priority wave to be eligible. NOTE: Age group medals will be posted to the Top 3 placegetters in the following age groups 2-3 weeks after the event. Half Marathon 16-19; 20-24; 25-29: 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; 85+ 10km and 5.5km Under 12; 12-15; 16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80+
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