CARMAN'S FUN RUN HALF MARATHON
CARMAN'S FUN RUN HALF MARATHON
18 February 2024
Elsternwick Park, Brighton
VIC
NEW START TIME
6:50 am
Looking for the perfect flat and fast course to beat your Half marathon PB? The Carman’s Fun Run provides the perfect opportunity to join with your local community and try to get a speedy time whilst running to support a good cause.
Race down the picturesque one-lap course and help raise funds for Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) to support their mission to ensure that all Australian’s affected by breast cancer can receive the best treatment, care and support.
Last minute pricing ends 30 min before race start on 18 February 2024.
21.1K PRICING
LAST MINUTE
$125/ADULT
$125 / under 18
FAMILY DISCOUNT
15%OFF FOR 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
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
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
HALF MARATHON
6.45am - Wheelchair wave
6.50am - Wave A and Priority:
This is for priority runners (<1hr 30 min males and <1 hr 40 min females) and Wave A runners aiming to race a time under 2hrs. This wave is suitable for you if you are able to run under 6 min/km pace.
6.55am - Wave B:
This is for runners aiming to finish the race in more than 2hrs. This wave is suitable for you if you run over 6 min/km pace.
COURSE MAP
A fast, flat 2 lap out and back course, taking you along St Kilda St and 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
5:45am
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
5:45 am
Event Village opens
9:10am
5km run starts
NEW START TIME
6:50am
Half Marathon starts
9:30am
Pink Lady 5km walk starts
7:15am
Half Marathon start closes
10:30am
All events road closure
NEW START TIME
8:15am
10km starts
1:00pm
Event concludes
21.1K
General Information
Age limits
Participants must be 16 years + on race day.
Start line
Head St, Elsternwick Park.
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.
Half Marathon road cut off
If participants do not make 16km by 9.40am road cut off time they will be allowed to complete the course on the footpaths.
Half Marathon road cut off: 10:30am
First Aid
On course First Aid is located at 2.5K, 8.5K, 13.5K and 18.5K
Toilets
On course toilets are located at 2.5K, 8.5K, 13.5K and 18.5K
Drink stations
Water is located at 2.5K, 6.5K, 8.5K, 11.5K, 13.5K, 16K and 18.5K
Gatorade is located at 6.5K, 16K and the Finish line.
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.
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 10 minutes before the official Half Marathon start – at 7:00am. Please be at the start line no later than 6:45am
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.
FUNDRAISING
Make your Carman’s Fun Run 2024 mean more.
Fundraise for BCNA and 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