RACE 2
RACE 2
PRINCES PARK
PRINCES
PARK
A fast, flat summer course made for momentum, PBs and a brilliant post-race park celebration.
Series entries are now open.
DATE
WEDNESDAY,
17 FEBRUARY 2027
LOCATION
PRINCES PARK, CARLTON NORTH VIC
START TIME
6:30 PM: 4K
7:00PM: 8K
DATE
WEDNESDAY,
17 FEBRUARY 2027
LOCATION
PRINCES PARK,
CARLTON NORTH VIC
START TIME
6:30 PM: 4K
7:00PM: 8K
CHASE YOUR NEXT PB.
CHASE YOUR NEXT PB.
Race 2 of Sunset Series takes you to Princes Park - the perfect follow-on from Race 1 at The Zoo. A fast, flat course built for setting new personal bests. With the summer sun setting over one of Melbourne's most loved inner-city parks, the atmosphere is unbeatable.
Princes Park is the rhythm race: smooth paths, long straights and the kind of fast, accessible course that lets every runner settle in.
PRINCES
PARK
TIMETABLE
PRINCES PARK
TIMETABLE
5:00 PM
Event Village Opens
6:30 PM
4K Priority Start*
6:33 PM
4K Staggered Start 1
6:36 PM
4K Staggered Start 2
7:00 PM
8K Priority Start*
7:03 PM
8K Staggered Start 1
7:06 PM
8K Staggered Start 2
7:09 PM
8K Staggered Start 3
7:15 PM
4K Presentation
7:30 PM
Start Line Closes
8:00 PM
8K Presentation
8:30 PM
Finish Line Closes
9:00 PM
Event Concludes
*Any participant who believes they will place in the top 10 in either the 4K or 8K events will need to start at the front of each race start in the Priority Start. (Male runners under 4min/km and female runners under 4:30min/km).
WHAT'S ON IN THE PRINCES PARK EVENT VILLAGE
WHAT'S ON IN THE PRINCES PARK EVENT VILLAGE
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Enjoy live acoustic music, playing classics all the way to contemporary hits, whilst you enjoy your race day celebrations.
SUNSET BAR
Reserve a table, gather your crew, and settle in for the evening with a drink provided by Local Brewing Co.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Relax post run and enjoy a meal or drink from a selection of food trucks in the event village.
SOLE MOTIVE RACE READY STORE
Last-minute gear, trusted nutrition and expert help for race day.
POST-RACE MASSAGES
Sole Motive will be providing free massages in the Event Village
BROOKS RUNNING
Check out the latest new season Brooks shoes and discover the awesome prizes to be won!
FINISHERS LOUNGE
YOUR TABLE IS WAITING.
YOUR TABLE IS WAITING.
Guarantee a spot with family and friends, or bring a picnic blanket and settle in for the summer vibes with drinks provided by Local Brewing Co.
Book your table when you register, or by clicking the button below after you have registered.
2 Drinks + Table:
$40
4 Drinks + Table:
$70
Buy drinks on the night from:
$12
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
EXCLUSIVE SERIES ENTRIES OPEN NOW
SERIES ENTRIES OPEN NOW
Guarantee your spot in all three races during the exclusive series pre-sale period before single race registrations open.
Only 2,000 spots are available - get in quick!
THE FULL-SERIES ADVANTAGE
THREE STARTS.
ONE FINISH.
THREE STARTS.
ONE FINISH.
Sign up to the full Series and turn three summer evenings into one complete achievement.
When you register for the series, you'll get:
FREE Sunset Series 2027 Singlet
Three Collectible Finisher Medals
Savings of up to 20% off your entry
Guaranteed entry to any distance in all three races
PRICING
PRICING
3-RACE SERIES
3-RACE SERIES
Early Bird Pricing ends at 11:59PM on 12 November 2026.
PRINCES PARK
GENERAL INFORMATION
PRINCES PARK
GENERAL INFORMATION
4K: All children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a guardian. The child's guardian must be entered in the event.
8K: Participants must be 8+ years old on race day.
Location: Princes Park, North of Carlton Football Club
4K Start: 6:30pm
8K Start: 7:00pm
Start line closes: 7:30pm
Any participant who believes they will place in the top 10 in either the 4.7K or 7.7K will need to start at the front of each race start in the Priority Start.
Male runners that run under 4min/km and female runners that run under 4:30min/km should start in the Priority Starts for their distance.
All participants must have crossed the finish line by 8:30pm.
Located at approx. every 2.5km on the course.
Bag drop 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.
Event Guide will be available for download closer to the event.
Public Transport
Public Transport is the quickest and easiest way to get to and from the event. Trains and busses operate frequently, dropping you right at the door. The Event Village is North of Ikon Park Stadium.
Go to Public Transport Victoria website for more information. https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/
BY TRAM No. 19 Tram (City-North Coburg) runs from the city to Royal Parade Walker St / Stop 16, then 3 minutes' walk to the Event Village.
BY TRAIN Take the Upfield Line to Royal Park Station, then 13 minute walk to the Event Village.
BY BUS Route 123 bus to Walker St / Stop 16, then 3 minute walk to the Event Village
Car
Limited parking is available around Princes Park and surrounding streets. Please adhere to parking restrictions and be aware of peak hour traffic congestion.
Please allow enough time to park your car and walk to event village before your race.
Bike
Sole Motive will provide plenty of bike parking at the event site. Please make sure to bring your own lock to ensure your bike is secure.
Yes, placegetters will be awarded based on gun time rather than the adjusted time for each run (net time). If any runner wants to place in this event, they must start in the first wave. The top 3 place getters in men and women will receive a medal and prize pack post-race.
PARTNERS