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EXPO Opening Hours

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Friday 4 September: 10am – 7pm Saturday 5 September: 6:30am – 1pm

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Runner Information/FAQ’sMic Zagami2026-04-07T10:03:58+11:00 There is so much going on across the weekend we will put together a Runner Information Guide with all the information you will require. It will be available to download prior to the event or you can also find all the information in our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s).Frequently Asked QuestionsRun Port Douglas Expo Where: TBC, Port Douglas EXPO Opening Hours Friday 4 September: 10am – 7pm Saturday 5 September: 6:30am – 1pm What are the age restrictions to enter each event?

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21.1km Half Marathon Minimum Age: 14 years (Age at 5th September 2026) 10km Run Minimum Age: 11 years (Age at 5th September 2026) 5km Run Minimum Age: 7 years (Age at 5th September 2026) 2km Run/Walk Minimum Age: 4 years (Age at 5th September 2026) Participants under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult at all times Children within prams (under 4) are free When do entries close?

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Entries for all Run Port Douglas events close at 6:00pm Friday, 4 September 2026Registration ALL runners must register for the run event of their choice and collect their registration envelope (including timing BIB) from the Registration area. Please present your QR code from your entry confirmation email or Photo ID (eg. Drivers License, Passport, Student ID). You MUST pick up your registration pack on Thursday in Cairns or on Friday in Port Douglas. IMPORTANT: NO REGISTRATION PACKS CAN BE COLLECTED ON RACE DAY. Registration locations: CAIRNS CITY: Inside the main entrance to The Pier Shopping Centre Date: Thursday, 3 September 2026 Times: 10.00am – 8.00pm PORT DOUGLAS: Venue TBC – Port Douglas Date: Friday, 4 September 2026 Times: 10.00am – 7.00pm What is included in my Registration Envelope?

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Your registration envelope will include: Race bib (personalised up until 8 July 2026) Timing chip is part of the race bib 4 safety pins to attach race bib to the front of your running top Bag Tag used to identify you when collecting your bag from the secure bag drop area at the finish line How do I determine what Speed Zone to select? During your training and preparation for the event have a look at your average speed for a similar distance and use this average to determine your starting wave group. When entering you will be asked to select from the below Speed Zones: 21.1km Half Marathon: WHITE ZONE: Sub 1hr 24mins BLUE ZONE: 1hr 25mins to 1hr 44mins ORANGE ZONE: 1hr 45mins to 1hr 59mins GREEN ZONE: 2hrs to 2hrs 14mins YELLOW ZONE: 2hrs 15mins+ Cut-off Times: There is an overall cut off time of 4 hours 45mins; with no interim cut-off times 10km Run: WHITE ZONE: Sub 40mins BLUE ZONE: 41mins to 49mins ORANGE ZONE: 50mins to 59mins GREEN ZONE: 1hr to 1hr 9mins YELLOW ZONE: 1hr 10mins+ Cut-off Times: There is an overall cut off time of 3 hours; with no interim cut-off times 5km Run: WHITE ZONE: Sub 20mins BLUE ZONE: 21mins to 40mins ORANGE ZONE: 41mins to 59mins GREEN ZONE: 1hr+ Cut-off Times: There is an overall cut off time of 1 hour 30mins; with no interim cut-off times Start line times? 21.1km Half Marathon: 6:15am 10km Run: 7:30am 5km Run: 8:00am 2km Run/Walk: 10:00am Can I run with a pram?

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You’re welcome to run with a pram in any of the distances. However, out of courtesy to other participants, we kindly ask that you start from the back of the field.Bag Drop in Port Douglas for 21.1km Half Marathon, 10km Run & 5km Run There will be a bag drop service for runners participating in the 21.1km Half Marathon, 10km Run and 5km Run. One small bag only can be dropped off to the Bag Drop marquee next to the Start arch on Saturday 5 September 2026, prior to the start. Please attach the Bag Drop runner number label (supplied in your registration envelope) to the outside of the bag and clearly visible. Your bags will be available for collection from the Bag Drop area at The Port Douglas Surf Club. Please ensure you are wearing your race bib with your matching runner number to the label on your bag. There will be no bag drop for the 2km Run/Walk. Is there transport from Cairns & Palm Cove to the start line in Port Douglas?

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Pre Event Transfers We are providing coach transfers from Cairns City and Palm Cove to the start line in Port Douglas: 21.1km Half Marathon Pre-Event – Cairns to Port Douglas: 4:00am (Cost: Adults $60, Under 16 $30) Pre-Event – Palm Cove to Port Douglas: 4:15am (Cost: Adults $40, Under 16 $20) 10km Run Pre-Event – Cairns to Port Douglas: 4:30am (Cost: Adults $60, Under 16 $30) Pre-Event – Palm Cove to Port Douglas: 4:45am (Cost: Adults $40, Under 16 $20) 5km Run Pre-Event – Cairns to Port Douglas: 5:00am (Cost: Adults $60, Under 16 $30) Pre-Event – Palm Cove to Port Douglas: 5:15am (Cost: Adults $40, Under 16 $20) 2km Run/Walk Pre-Event – Cairns to Port Douglas: 6:00am (Cost: Adults $60, Under 16 $30) Pre-Event – Palm Cove to Port Douglas: 6:15am (Cost: Adults $40, Under 16 $20) You can also add this later if you have already registered by clicking on the link in your registration email and clicking the Store button Is there transport back to Palm Cove and Cairns? Post Event Transfers We are providing coach transfers back to Cairns City and Palm Cove from in front of the Port Douglas Surf Club: After Event – Port Douglas to Cairns: 10am, 12pm or 2pm (Cost: Adults $60, Under 16 $30) After Event – Port Douglas to Palm Cove: 10am, 12pm or 2pm (Cost: Adults $40, Under 16 $20) You can also add this later if you have already registered by clicking on the link in your registration email and clicking the Store button Parking? Saturday, 5 September 2026 PORT DOUGLAS Free parking will be available at Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina and surrounding roads Free parking will be available at the Port Douglas Sports Complex, Wharf Street, Port Douglas. On course Aid Stations? There will be multiple Aid Stations spread across the course. Each Aid Station will provide: Winners electrolyte hydration Water Winners Energy Gels (21.1km & 10km only) Premax sunscreen Are there cut-off times? Cut-off times 21.1km Half Marathon: There is an overall cut off time of 4 hours 45mins; with no interim cut-off times 10km Run: There is an overall cut off time of 3 hours; with no interim cut-off times 5km Run: There is an overall cut off time of 1 hours 30 minutes; with no interim cut-off times 2km Run/Walk: Participants will have 45 minutes to complete the 2km run/walk Emergency and Event Contacts Ambulance, Police, Fire: 000 Emergency Hotline: 0455 261 555 Event Hotline: 0455 261 555 These numbers are also listed on your race bib. There will be an ambulance on course along with a designated first aid response team with two vehicles on course. Emergency medical staff will be clearly identified with high-vis vests and name tags. If you need to get in contact with event organisers prior to the event, please email info@runportdouglas.com.au What happens when I cross the finish line? When you cross the timing finish line on Four Mile Beach you will be welcomed by our team of volunteers who will present you with your finishers medal. The Recovery Lawn area with an outdoor shower to cool down, change rooms, food trucks, and more will be at the finish area. A magical spot to finish such an amazing running/walking experience! There will also be Winners electrolyte hydration, water, and food available. What is the weather like in September? Renowned as a favourite time of year to visit, September brings warm, but not too warm temperatures, gorgeous sunshine and a low chance of rainfall. September is also the lowest humidity for the year. So, while the rest of Australia defrosts from their chilly winter months, you can enjoy riding, swimming, sunbathing and snorkelling in beautiful Port Douglas. Average temperature: High 26.7°C Low 18.6°C Average days of rain: 4.4 days >1mm Bureau of Meteorology Accommodation? Port Douglas holiday accommodation offers spacious self contained holiday units and apartments serviced daily or weekly located in both the heart of Port Douglas along Macrossan Street and a stones throw from Four Mile Beach and the Port Douglas waterfront. For those looking to not lift a finger, a Port Douglas resort may be more your style. BOOK NOW TO ENSURE YOU DON’T MISS OUT ON YOUR PREFERRED ACCOMMODATION! Click HERE for accommodation options. Cancellations, Refunds and Transfers?

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