5KM
| Date | May 2027 (Date TBA) |
|---|---|
| Distance | 5km |
| Start Time | 9:00am |
| Start Location | Seaworld Drive |
| Finish Location | Muriel Henchman Park |
| Course Cut Off | 1 Hour 15 Minutes |
| Minimum Age | 7 Years by race day (Under 11's must be accompanied by an adult) |
Timing results will be provided by age categories. The age categories are as follows: U14, 14-15, 16-17, 18-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80+
All finishers will receive a Finisher Medal. Trophies will also be presented to 1st , 2nd and 3rd placing in each gender category overall.
No scooters, prams or race wheelchairs are to be used in the event due to the nature of the course. Running with dogs is also prohibited. For clarification on this please contact the Race Director via email at [email protected].
Drink stations will be positioned at 2.5km – 3km intervals and will carry water and Fixx Nutrition Fuel X sports drink (Tropical Flavour). Aid stations will be self serve throughout the run course. Tables will be set up and clearly marked and communicated (via aid station volunteers) as to what each table offers. Please help yourself and place waste in the bins provided.
We’ll have drinks on ice and snacks for you at the finish line in our recovery marquee.
Participants can either opt to have their personalised race bib posted ahead of the event (for a fee of $12.95) or alternatively collect their race bib from the venue on event weekend.
Venue Collection:
Participants will be able to collect their race bib from the Registration Marquee, located within the Event Precinct at Muriel Henchman Park, Seaworld Drive. Opening times for the registration marquee can be found below:
Saturday 16th May: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday 17th May: 5:00am – 9:00am
At point of entry you can opt to have your personlised race bib posted to you for a fee of $12.95.
The race bib postage service is available until midnight 6 April 2026. Participants who enter after this date will need to collect their race bib at the event venue. You can add race bib postage to your existing entry via the store here until April 6.

Set along the iconic Main Beach Spit, this refreshed 5km course for 2026 weaves together closed roads and picturesque coastal trails for a fun and varied running experience. With sweeping ocean views from start to finish, the course showcases some of the Gold Coast’s most beautiful scenery while offering a dynamic mix of surfaces to keep things interesting.
Designed for runners, joggers and walkers of all levels, the course includes a drink station along the way and a vibrant, supportive atmosphere throughout. Whether you’re chasing a strong run, tackling your first 5km, or simply soaking up the coastal vibe, this course delivers a rewarding experience from the first step to the finish line.
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