THE CANBERRA TIMES FUN RUN HALF MARATHON
THE CANBERRA TIMES FUN RUN HALF MARATHON
7 November 2021
Rond Terrace, Parkes
6:30am start
Introducing the new Half Marathon event in 2021.
Take on the challenge as you loop around a two lap course down open roads passing Canberra’s iconic landmarks including new and old parliament house. Relax in the village post race with entertainment for families and friends.
21.1K PRICING
Get in early to ensure you lock in your preferred wave start time.
The price goes up 11:59PM Thurs 2, September
EARLY BIRD
$85/ADULT
$85 / under 18
STANDARD
$95/ADULT
$95 / under 18
LAST MINUTE
$105/ADULT
$105 / under 18
EARLY BIRD
$85/ADULT
$85 / under 18
STANDARD
$95/ADULT
$95 / under 18
LAST MINUTE
$105/ADULT
$105 / under 18
FAMILY PACKAGE
20% off 2 Adults and 2 Under 18 across any distance (excludes 2k kids run)
EVENT INFORMATION
11:59PM SEPTEMBER 2
EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS
11:59PM NOVEMBER 5
LAST MINUTE / ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE
11:59PM SEPTEMBER 30
RACE BIB NAME CUT OFF
11:00AM - 4:00PM NOVEMBER 6
RACE DAY COLLECTION ON SITE
11:59PM OCTOBER 8
STANDARD PRICING ENDS
FROM 5:30AM NOVEMBER 7 AT ROND TERRACE EVENT VILLAGE
EVENT DAY RACE PACK COLLECTION
*HM, 10km and 2km kids ONLY race pack collection & entries from Rond Terrace Please note you cannot collect 5km race packs from here on event day
11:59PM OCTOBER 21
POSTAGE CUT OFF FOR RACE PACKS
FROM 8AM NOVEMBER 7 AT KING GEORGE TERRACE
EVENT DAY RACE PACK COLLECTION
*5km Race pack collection at start line on King George Terrace
EVENT INFORMATION
EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS - 11:59PM AUGUST 19
STANDARD PRICING ENDS - 11:59PM OCTOBER 8
RACE BIB NAME CUT OFF - 11:59PM SEPTEMBER 30
POSTAGE CUT OFF FOR RACE PACKS - 11:59PM OCTOBER 21
LAST MINUTE ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE - 11:59PM NOVEMBER 5
RACE PACK COLLECTION ON SITE - 12AM - 4PM NOVEMBER 6
EVENT DAY RACE PACK COLLECTION - FROM 5:30AM NOVEMBER 7
*HM, 10km and 2km kids ONLY race pack collection & entries Rond Terrace
Please note you cannot collect 5km race packs from here on race day
EVENT DAY RACE PACK COLLECTION - FROM 8AM NOVEMBER 7
*5km Race Pack Collection and entries at Start line on King George Terrace
EVENT INFORMATION
EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS - 11:59PM AUGUST 19
STANDARD PRICING ENDS - 11:59PM OCTOBER 8
RACE BIB NAME CUT OFF - 11:59PM SEPTEMBER 30
POSTAGE CUT OFF FOR RACE PACKS - 11:59PM OCTOBER 21
LAST MINUTE ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE - 11:59PM NOVEMBER 5
RACE PACK COLLECTION ON SITE - 12AM - 4PM NOVEMBER 6
EVENT DAY RACE PACK COLLECTION - FROM 5:30AM NOVEMBER 7 AT ROND TERRACE EVENT VILLAGE
*HM, 10km and 2km kids ONLY race pack collection & entries Rond Terrace
Please note you cannot collect 5km race packs from here on race day
EVENT DAY RACE PACK COLLECTION - FROM 8AM NOVEMBER 7 AT KING GEORGE TERRACE
*5km Race Pack Collection and entries at Start line on King George Terrace
COURSE MAP
The Half Marathon is a two loop course starting and finishing at Rond Terrace. Please refer to the course map below.
EVENT DAY TIMELINE
5:30 am
Event Village opens Half/10k/2k for Race Pack collection
8:30am
5km start line opens for Race Pack Collection
6:30am
Half Marathon starts
9:30am
5km starts
8:15am
10km starts
10:15am
2km Kids event start
5:30am
Event Village opens Half/10k/2k for Race Pack collection
6:30am
Half Marathon starts
8:15am
10km starts
8:30am
5km start line opens for Race Pack Collection
9:30am
5km starts
10:15am
2km Kids even start
21.1K
General Information
Age Limits
Participants must be 16 years + on race day.
Start Line
Rond Terrace, Parkes
Half Marathon starts 6:30am
Half Marathon start closes 6:35am
Priority Start
Any participant who plans on running under 4min/km can apply for a priority start at the front of the start.
Please email info@solemotive.com to apply.
Will there be an awards ceremony at the end of the event and how will the top 3 place getters be awarded?
Yes, placegetters will be awarded based on gun time rather the adjusted time for each run (net time). If any runner wants to place in this event, they must start in the first wave. Trophies will be presents to participants post-race. Approximately 30mins after the winner of each distance finishes.
Half Marathon Road Cut off
All participants need to be at the 20km mark by 10:45am.
If participants do not make road cut off times they will be allowed to complete the course on the footpaths.
Drink Stations
Located approximately every 2.5km - 3km on the course.
Participant Instructions
Will be available to download closer to the event.
Clothing Storage
Clothing storage is available during the run/walk. Your race number features a tear-off strip for you to attach to your backpack or clothing bag. Do not leave any valuables in your bag as we cannot accept responsibility for valuables lost or stolen.
We no longer offer single-use plastic bags at the bag drop, so please remember to bring your own bag to the event.
Pace Leaders
TBC.
Wheelchair Information
Racing Wheelchair:If you are a racing wheelchair please contact timing@solemotive.com to secure your spot. The racing wheelchair wave will start approximately 5 minutes before the official Half Marathon start – at 6:25am. Please be at the start line no later than 6:15am
Non Racing Wheelchair:Sole Motive accommodates wheelchairs in our event. If you’re not a Racing Wheelchair Athlete, please start at the back of the final wave in your event.
For more event information, visit our FAQ's page.
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