Run Maroondah

Next date: Sunday, 08 October 2023 | 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Run Maroondah aims to encourage individuals and families to take part in physical activity together and have fun while doing it!

Run Maroondah is all about challenging yourself within a supportive environment - whether that means taking on the 10km/15km run, 5km run/walk or even the kids 1.2km race.

This event is designed for all ages and athletic abilities. Runners and walkers are welcome to join us for an active morning discovering the tracks and surrounds of HE Parker Reserve - Heathmont.

Come dressed in your fun, bright activewear! Entry includes finisher's ribbon and healthy refreshments.

Registration and event information

• Event date: Sunday 8 October, 9am
• Location: HE Parker Reserve, Heathmont
• Registrations close: Friday 29 September at 11.59pm, unless maximum entries are reached prior*.

Register online

*An additional fee of $10 per entry type applies for registrations received from Saturday 30 September to Tuesday 3 October. 

Entry fees

• 1.2km Kids Dash per child $15 (under 14 years)      
• 15km run $36 per individual $31 concession (no family option)
• 10km run $31 per individual $26 concession (no family option)
• 5km run/walk $26 individual, $20 concession
• 5km family $57.00 per family* (family is up to 4 participants, Additional family members $10 per extra participant) 

Race information 

Download our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Run Maroondah FAQs - 2023(DOCX, 179KB)

What to bring

• running shoes (shoes must cover your feet no sandals/thongs)
• sunscreen and a hat or a cap
• bottle of water
• warm clothes for after the event
• medication if required

Please label all of your items and do not bring any valuables.

Race bib collection prior to race day 

All registrations received by Friday 29 September 11.59pm are welcome to collect their race bib prior to race day. 

Early collection details

• Date: Thursday 5 October, 10am to 5pm or Friday 6 October, 10am to 4pm  
• Location: Active Feet - 129 Canterbury Road, Heathmont.

Race bib collection will also be available from the registration marquee at the event.

Race map

(PDF, 557KB)
Download race map PDF(PDF, 557KB)

Facilities

Personal belongings

It is strongly advised not to bring any valuables or belongings to Run Maroondah  as there is no storage area and Council does not accept responsibility for any loss or damage to items/property. A bag drop will be available for jackets and jumpers.

Toilets

There will be toilets available at the HE Parker Cricket Pavilion (near the oval). 

Parking

Accessible parking available at H.E Parker Reserve. Parking will be limited and we strongly encourage families and groups to carpool where possible.

Transport 

Heathmont railway station is located on the Belgrave line in Victoria, Australia. Heathmont railway station is situated 1½ km northwest of H.E Parker Reserve. 

Race Rules

A few race rules to remember: 

• To ensure your time is recorded please run/walk over the start timing pad and end timing pad.
• Please be aware of other runners, walkers and prams.
• Whilst running or walking, if you are experiencing any difficulties and would like assistance, please signal for assistance.
• Participants are encouraged to stop and render assistance in the case of an accident/incident. Report any accident/incident to the nearest Track marshal and they will call for assistance.
• Track marshals are located around the course. All marshals are wearing a fluoro vest. You must obey all directions from the track marshals.

Sponsors

Run Maroondah 2023 is bought to you by the following sponsors:

    

When

Location

HE Parker Reserve, 152 Heathmont Road, Heathmont, 3135, View map