CARMAN'S FUN RUN 10K
CARMAN'S FUN RUN 10K
18 February 2024
Elsternwick Park, Brighton
VIC
NEW START TIME
8:15am
Join us for fast and flat 10km course in Melbourne's Beautiful Bayside.
It's the ultimate one-lap course to have a go at chasing down a new PB whilst supporting a good cause with your local community.
Make your run count in 2024 by raising funds for Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA). Your fundraising helps BCNA ensure all Australians who are affected by breast cancer receive the very best care, treatment and support.
Last minute pricing ends 30 min before race start on 18 February 2024.
10K PRICING
LAST MINUTE
$90/ADULT
$75 / under 18
FAMILY DISCOUNT
15% OFFFOR TWO ADULTS AND TWO KIDS (U18)
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
WAVE START TIMES
5:45am
Event village opens
NEW START TIME
6:50am
Half Marathon starts
NEW START TIME
8:15am
10km starts
9:10am
5km run starts
9:30am
Pink Lady 5km walk starts
10:30am
All events road closure
1:00pm
Event concludes
10K
8:10am - Wheelchair wave
8.15am - Wave A and Priority:
This is for priority runners (<40 mins males and <50 min females) and Wave A runners aiming to finish the race in under 60 min
This wave is suitable for you if you are able to run under 6min/km pace.
8.20am - Wave B:
This is for runners aiming to finish the race in 61-70 mins
This wave is suitable for you if you run 6-7min/km pace.
8:25am - Wave C:
This is for runners aiming to finish the race in over 70 min
This wave is suitable for you if you run over 7min/km pace.
COURSE MAP
A fast, flat 1 lap out and back course, taking you along St Kilda St and then past some of Bayside’s iconic attractions. This includes Middle Brighton Sea Baths and Dendy St Bathing Boxes.
Enjoy the bay views as you make your way to the turnaround in Hampton Beach Rd and return to finish on Bayside’s Elsternwick Park.
EVENT DAY TIMELINE
5:45 am
Event Village opens
9:30am
Pink Lady 5km walk starts
NEW START TIME
6:50am
Half Marathon starts
10:30am
All events road closure
NEW START TIME
8:15am
10km starts
1:00pm
Event concludes
9:10am
5km run starts
5:45am
Event village opens
NEW START TIME
6:50am
Half Marathon starts
NEW START TIME
8:15am
10km starts
9:10am
5km run starts
9:30am
Pink Lady 5km walk starts
10:30am
All events road closure
1:00pm
Event concludes
10K
General Information
Age limits
Participants must be 12 years + on race day.
Start line
Elsternwick Park, Head St
8.15 am start
8:35 am start line closes
10K road cut off
If participants do not make 5km by 9.40am road cut off time they will be allowed to complete the course on the footpaths.
10km road cut off: 10:30am
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 than the adjusted time for each run (net time). Trophies and prizes will be presented to participants post-race.
Drink stations
Water is located at 2.5K, 5K and 7.5K
Gatorade is located at 5K and at the Finish Line.
Toilets and First Aid
On course toilets and first aid will be located at 2.5K and 7.5K
Participant instructions
Participant Instructions are available here.
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.
For more event information, visit our FAQ's page.
FUNDRAISING
Make your Carman’s Fun Run 2024 mean more.
Fundraise for BCNA and get get rewarded!
- Raise $100 to receive a pair of BCNA ankle socks
- Raise $250 to receive a Pink BCNA Carman's Visor
- Raise $500 to go into the draw to win a fitness pack valued at over $1000
- Raise over $1000 to receive a VIP Goodie bag
Why your support of BCNA is so important.
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) works to ensure that all Australians affected by breast cancer receive the very best care, treatment and support.
Our impact means that we make a difference to EVERYONE with a breast cancer diagnosis, regardless of whether they been in contact with BCNA or not. All BCNA services and resources are provided for free.
With your help, BCNA can:
- Provide peace of mind, and information, with factual, tailored information through My Journey
- Support people affected by breast cancer via our caring Helpline
- Advocated for new medications to come onto the PBS to improve access to treatment options
- Ensure the voice and experience of the BCNA network influences breast cancer policy and research innovation
PARTNERS