THE CANBERRA TIMES FUN RUN
ALIVIO ADVANTAGE HALF MARATHON
THE CANBERRA TIMES FUN RUN
ALIVIO ADVANTAGE HALF MARATHON
3 November 2024
Rond Terrace, Parkes
6:30am start
Our two-lap course will lead you through the scenic routes of Canberra, passing by iconic landmarks like New and Old Parliament Houses. This is your chance to smash your PB's and experience the excitement of pushing yourself to new limits!
After the race, head to our event village to unwind with your family and friends. Join us for a morning filled with relaxation, entertainment, and support. Don't miss out on this opportunity – register now and get ready for an unforgettable experience!
21.1K PRICING
Get in early to ensure you lock in your preferred wave start time.
Super early bird pricing ends at 11:59PM on 20 June 2024.
Email info@solemotive.com for family pricing.
SUPER EARLY BIRD
$110/ADULT
$110 / under 18
EARLY BIRD
$130/ADULT
$130 / under 18
STANDARD
$140/ADULT
$140 / under 18
LAST MINUTE
$150/ADULT
$150 / under 18
SUPER EARLY BIRD
$95/ADULT
$95 / under 18
EARLY BIRD
$110/ADULT
$110 / under 18
STANDARD
$120/ADULT
$120 / under 18
LAST MINUTE
$130/ADULT
$130 / under 18
FAMILY PACKAGE
15% off 2 Adults and 2 Under 18 across any distance (excludes 2K kids run)
EVENT INFORMATION
11:59
20JUNE
SUPEREARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS
11:00AM - 4:00PM
2 NOVEMBER
RACE BIB COLLECTION ON SITE AT ROND TERRACE
11:59PM
8 AUGUST
EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS
3 NOVEMBER
LAST MINUTE / ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE 30 MINS BEFORE RACE START
11:59PM
19 SEPTEMBER
RACE BIB NAME CUT OFF
FROM 5:45AM
3 NOVEMBER AT ROND TERRACE EVENT VILLAGE
EVENT DAY RACE BIB COLLECTION
*ONLY Half Marathon, 10km and 2km kids race bib collection & registration. Please collect 5km from King George Terrace
11:59PM
19 SEPTEMBER
STANDARD PRICING ENDS
FROM 8AM
3 NOVEMBER AT KING GEORGE TERRACE
5K EVENT DAY RACE BIB COLLECTION
*5km Race bib collection at start line on King George Terrace
11:59PM 17 OCTOBER
POSTAGE CUT OFF FOR RACE BIBS
EVENT INFORMATION
11:59
22JUNE
SUPEREARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS
11:00AM - 4:00PM
4 NOVEMBER
RACE BIB COLLECTION ON SITE AT ROND TERRACE
11:59PM
10 AUGUST
EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS
5 NOVEMBER
LAST MINUTE / ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE 30 MINS BEFORE RACE START
11:59PM
28 SEPTEMBER
RACE BIB NAME CUT OFF
FROM 5:45AM
5 NOVEMBER AT ROND TERRACE EVENT VILLAGE
EVENT DAY RACE BIB COLLECTION
*ONLY Half Marathon, 10km and 2km kids race bib collection & registration. Please collect 5km from King George Terrace
11:59PM
28 SEPTEMBER
STANDARD PRICING ENDS
FROM 8AM
5 NOVEMBER AT KING GEORGE TERRACE
5K EVENT DAY RACE BIB COLLECTION
*5km Race bib collection at start line on King George Terrace
11:59PM 12 OCTOBER
POSTAGE CUT OFF FOR RACE BIBS
EVENT INFORMATION
| | 11:59 20JUNE SUPEREARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS | |
| | 11:59PM EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS | |
| | 11:59PM RACE BIB NAME CUT OFF | |
| | 11:59PM STANDARD PRICING ENDS | |
| | 11:59PM 12 OCTOBER POSTAGE CUT OFF FOR RACE BIBS | |
| | 11:00AM - 4:00PM 4 NOVEMBER RACE BIB COLLECTION ON SITE AT ROND TERRACE | |
| | 5 NOVEMBER LAST MINUTE / ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE 30 MINS BEFORE RACE START | |
| | FROM 5:45AM 5 NOVEMBER AT ROND TERRACE EVENT VILLAGE EVENT DAY RACE BIB COLLECTION *ONLY Half Marathon, 10km and 2km kids race bib collection & registration. Please collect 5km from King George Terrace | |
| | FROM 8AM 5 NOVEMBER AT KING GEORGE TERRACE 5K EVENT DAY RACE BIB COLLECTION *5km Race bib collection 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
5:45 am
Event Village opens Half/10k/2k for Race Pack collection
8:00am
5km start line opens for Race Pack Collection
6:30am
Half Marathon starts
9:30am
5km starts at King George Terrace
8:15am
10km starts
10:15am
2km Kids event start
5:45am
Event Village opens Half/10k/2k for Race Pack collection
6:30am
Half Marathon starts
8:15am
10km starts
8:00am
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
6:30am: Wave A - Priority and runners that will finish in less than 2 hours.
6:35am: Wave B - Runners that will finish in over 2 hours.
Half Marathon start closes 6:45am
Priority Start
Any participant who plans on running under 4min/km can apply for a priority start at the front of the start.
You will be asked to provide a link to a past result, to support your request, during the entry process.
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
Participant instructions will be available 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.
WHAT TO EXPECT
On the Day
On-course entertainment
Kids entertainment
Event village
Post-race freebies
Everything Sorted
Medals
Electronic timing & results
KM markers
Drinks stations
THANKS TO OUR OFFICIAL PARTNERS