CARMAN'S FUN RUN SYDNEY 2026
RUNNER'S WORLD HALF MARATHON (21.1K)
CARMAN'S FUN RUN SYDNEY 2026
RUNNER'S WORLD HALF MARATHON (21.1K)
20 September 2026
Metcalfe Park, Pyrmont
Sydney NSW
6:45am
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
RUNNER'S WORLD HALF MARATHON TIMETABLE & WAVE STARTS
| 5:30am | Event Village Opens |
| 6:45am | Priority Wave starts |
| 6:46am | Wave A starts |
| 6:48am | Wave B starts |
| 7:00am | Runner's World Half Marathon Start Line Closes |
| 9:15am | Half Marathon Presentation |
| 1:00pm | Event Concludes |
PRICING
Early bird pricing ends at 11:59pm on 11 June 2026.
EARLY BIRD
$100/ Adult
$100 / under 18
EARLY BIRD
$100/ Adult
$100 / under 18
COURSE MAP
A new 2 lap course that now includes an out back section on road to allow runs to experience a fast flat course while enjoying the spectacular views of Sydney Harbour.
Starting on the Sydney Harbour foreshore at Darling Island, the course begins with a 1km loop before heading around Darling Harbour and following the sparkling waterfront north along the picturesque promenade.
Runners then weave their way through Barangaroo and Clyne Reserve, taking in sweeping harbour views, including iconic sights of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The course continues out-and-back along Hickson Road to the turnaround point.
On the return, you’ll retrace the harbour’s edge back towards Darling Island before heading out for your second lap. Push strong through the final kilometres as you make your way to the finish line in Metcalfe Park – a memorable end to a truly stunning harbour run.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Age limits
Participants must be 16 years + on race day.
Start line
Metcalfe Park, Pyrmont
Wave Starts
6:45am - Priority: Runners aiming to finish under 1hr 45mins.
6:46am - Wave A: Runners aiming to finish between 1hr 45mins - 2hr 10mins.
6:48am - Wave B: Runners aiming to finish over 2hr 10mins.
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 event cut off
11:30am
First Aid
Available in the event village and roaming the course.
Toilets
Portable toilets in the event village, public toilets on course.
Drink stations
| Location | Products |
| 4k | Water |
| 8k | Water |
| 11.5k | Water/PURE Sports Hydration |
| 14k | Water |
| 18k | Water |
Event Guide
Event Guide will be available closer to the event day.
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.
Wheelchair information
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 2026 mean more.
FUNDRAISING INCENTIVES
- Raise $100 to receive a pair of BCNA laces
- Raise $250 to receive a pink BCNA buff
- Raise $1000 to go into the draw to win a Fitness pack!
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With your help, BCNA can:
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