WHEN
Sunday 11th May 2025
Registrations for this event have closed.
Additional Information
DISTANCES AND TIMES
- 5km - 8:45am
- 10km - 8:45am
- 5km - 7:00am
- 10km - 7:50am
ADDITIONAL INFO
Self Seeding Start Groups
When registering for the Sydney event, partipants will be asked select their start group based one one of 4 different seeding options.
5km Walk
Start Group A - Fast Walkers < 50mins
Start Group B - Moderate Walkers < 60mins
Start Group C - Slow Walkers <1hr 10mins
Start Group D - Strolling < 1hr 20mins
10km Walk
Start Group A - Fast Walkers < 1hr 40mins
Start Group B - Moderate Walkers < 2hrs
Start Group C - Slow Walkers < 2hrs 20mins
Start Group D - Strolling < 2hrs 40mins
5km Run
Start Group A - Fast Runners < 24mins
Start Group B - Moderate Runners < 30mins
Start Group C - Slower Runners < 35mins
Start Group D - Joggers < 43mins
10km Run
Start Group A - Fast Runners < 45mins
Start Group B - Moderate Runners < 60mins
Start Group C - Slower Runners < 75mins
Start Group D - Joggers < 90mins
Bag Drop
There will be a baggage storage area onsite where you can leave your belongings from 6:00am-12:00pm. Please do not leave any valuables in the storage area as we cannot be responsible for goods lost or stolen.
Toilets
Toilets will be located in the Event Village. Look out for directional signage or ask one of our friendly volunteers for directional assistance. There are also a number of Public Amenities blocks located around The Royal Botanic Gardens.
First Aid
First Aid will be available on the day. Please see a volunteer for assistance. In an emergency, always call '000' first.
Embrace & Honour: Prior to the 5km and 10km walk, participants will be invited to observe a minute of silence at the start line to embrace and honour those touched by breast or ovarian cancer. The Embrace & Honour proceedings will commence at approximately 8:40 am.
Course Information
The Domain Sydney is a 34 hectare, heritage listed area of open space located only 5mins from the heart of the Sydney CBD. The course will take participants past attractions including the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Andrew Boyd Charlton pool and Mrs Macquarie's Chair.
Getting There & Parking
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Road Closures Road Closures 6am to 10am
Road Closures 5am to 12pm
Parking Access to The Domain Car Park is maintained via St Mary’s Rd at Yurong Pkwy/Sir John Young Crescent for the duration of the event/ until the car park is full. There is no access to The Domain Car Park from College St/Prince Albert St from 6:00am – 10:00am. https://www.wilsonparking.com.au/parking-locations/new-south-wales/sydney-cbd/the-domain-car-park Public Transport The closest stations to The Domain are Martin Place and Town Hall which are both within short walking distance.
By Metro: The closest Metro station to The Domain is Martin Place and is only a short walk.
By Bus: By Ferry Please note that weekend trackwork may affect how you travel.
Please see below information regarding the road closures including links to Live Traffic: If you are looking to travel into the city on Sunday 11 May 2025, use public transport and plan your trip at https://transportnsw.info/trip |
Bib Collection
If you did not select to have your Race Bib posted and/or you registered after TBC, you will be able to collect your Race Bib prior to event day at the event site.
Location for Bib collection:
Phillip Precinct, The Domain – Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Opposite Sydney Hospital, Hospital Road.
Pre-Event Race Bib Collection and/or New Registrations:
12:00pm - 6:00pm on Fri 9th May
12:00pm - 5:00pm on Sat 10th May
Event Day Race Bib Collection and/or New Registrations on Site:
6:00am - 8:30am on Sun 11th May
NOTE: on Event Day there will be an additional Bib Collection point central to the Event Village.
If you do not have your race bib when you arrive to the Event Village on Event Day, please head to the registration tent to pick up with ample time ahead of your start time.
Event Village
The Event Village will be open from 6:00AM – 12:00PM.
Accessibility
Course is wheelchair and pram friendly.
It is recommended that slow runners, walkers and those participating with wheelchairs and prams assemble at the rear of their start group. Elite wheelchair participants should self-seed and assemble based on their expected speed.
Event Villages may have grassed areas. Please refer to maps for further information regarding village accessibility.
Entertainment and Kids Zone
In Sydney, experience the true magic of traditional MDC events. Feel the buzz of the event village, entertainment, music, and food stalls to enjoy throughout the day! Here are just a few examples of what you can expect on event day:
TBCFood & Beverage
BYO water in a reusable bottle. Water refill stations will be located at the Event Village and there will be a drink station available on the course route and at the finish line.
Coffee and other food and beverages are available for purchase from vendors in the Event Village.
Dogs
Unfortunately, there are no dogs allowed.
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