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12km Race

Conquer the iconic 12km course and feel the exhilaration as you journey from the city to the bay!

The 12km event is the main event of the City-Bay Fun Run, a tradition that has been thrilling participants since 1973. This iconic race has become a true test of endurance, excitement, and personal achievement. Starting with a sea of participants filling King William Street, the atmosphere is electric, full of nervous energy, anticipation, and an inspiring sense of camaraderie. Whether you’re running solo, as part of a team, or with family, the 12km is the perfect opportunity to set a new goal and push yourself to new limits. With thousands of participants, the start line is a truly spectacular sight, surrounded by serious athletes, elite runners, and countless others there for the fun. Along the scenic route, you’ll be cheered on by fellow runners and spectators, with roadside entertainment to keep you motivated and energized.

Inclusions Entry Fees Start / Finish times Prize Money Course Rules Sub 50 & 60

Inclusions

What do I get with my entry?

A Race Day Guide
Transport (to and from the finish line and start lines up until 2:00pm on event day)
Mount Lofty water and Sodii hydration salts
Participant Race Medal
Complimentary 5-minute recovery massage provided by Sportsmed (available at the Event Village located on Colley Reserve)
Free bragging rights (for finishing the event!)

Entry Fees

Adults

Early bird 19.01.26 - 02.06.26: $58.00
Regular 03.06.26 - 02.09.26: $85.00
Late 03.09.26 - 19.09.26: $95.00

Children

Early 19.01.26 - 02.06.26: $43.00
Regular 03.06.26 - 02.09.26: $70.00
Late 03.09.26 - 19.09.26: $80.00

Wheelchair Adult

Early 19.01.26 - 02.06.26: $45.00
Regular 03.06.26 - 02.09.26: $70.00
Late 03.09.26 - 19.09.26: $75.00

Wheelchair Child

Early 19.01.26 - 02.06.26: $35.00
Regular 03.06.26 - 02.09.26: $60.00
Late 03.09.26 - 19.09.26: $65.00

Children Entry Requirements:

To qualify for a child’s entry fee, participants must be under 17 years of age on race day.
Children aged 3 and under may participate in a pram without a race number, provided they remain in the pram.

Start / Finish times

Start

Runners 8.00 am

Please be ready by 7:30am for an 8:00am start. The 12km Run starts from the Festival Theatre on the Western Carriageway of King William Road, with elite runners taking off first, followed by the sub-50 and sub-60 minute waves, before the general field takes to the course.

Walkers / Wheelchairs 8.30 am

Please be ready by 8:00am for an 8:30am start. 12km Walkers and Wheelchair participants start from the Eastern Carriageway of King William Road. Participants are encouraged to position themselves according to their expected pace, with competitive walkers at the front and those walking at a more leisurely pace or with prams towards the rear to help ensure a smooth flow for everyone.

Finish

The event finish line is on Colley Terrace. As you head towards Glenelg, you will be directed by police and race marshals to head to Jetty Rd, either via Brighton Road or Gordon Street. When travelling along Jetty Road please be aware of the tram lines and take care turning the corner from Jetty Road onto Colley Terrace.

Please do not stop after crossing the finish line. Keep moving through the finish area towards the Event Village located on Colley & Wigley Reserve to help keep the finish line clear for other participants.

Prize Money

Overall Male

First:$3,000.00 *
Second:$2,000.00 *
Third:$1,500.00 *
Fourth:$1,000.00 *
Fifth:$500.00 *
:*GST inclusive

Overall Female

First:$3,000.00 *
Second:$2,000.00 *
Third:$1,500.00 *
Fourth:$1,000.00 *
Fifth:$500.00 *
:*GST inclusive

SA Residents Male

First:$1,500.00 *
Second:$1,000.00 *
Third:$750.00 *
Fourth:$500.00 *
Fifth:$250.00 *
:*GST inclusive

SA Residents Female

First:$1,500.00 *
Second:$1,000.00 *
Third:$750.00 *
Fourth:$500.00 *
Fifth:$250.00 *
:*GST inclusive

Sub 50 & 60

Are you wanting to compete in the Sub50 or Sub60 event?

To find out if you’re eligible, what evidence is required, how to apply, and important conditions for under-18 participants, please visit the dedicated information page: City-Bay Fun Run – Sub 50 & Sub 60

Course Rules

Course Rules for the 12KM

Participants in the 12km Run may walk at any point, while participants in the 12km Walk must walk for the duration and are not permitted to run.
Bibs must be worn on the front of the participants body and must not be folded, cut, altered, damaged or covered by clothing, as this may affect timing results.
Bikes, scooters, rollerblades, skateboards and other vehicles are not permitted on the course.
Headphones and earbuds are permitted; however, participants must remain aware of their surroundings and able to hear instructions from event officials, emergency personnel and other participants. Noise-cancelling headphones are not recommended.
Running with a pram/stroller is not permitted due to increasing participant numbers and insurance requirements. Walking with a pram is allowed in line with risk management guidelines.
Animals and pets are not permitted on the course, unless they are an authorised service animal assisting a participant.
Please do not stop after you cross the finish line – keep moving down toward Colley & Wigley Reserve.
If walking with a group, please avoid occupying the entire width of the road where it obstructs runners and other articipants to move past you.
Participants should avoid sudden stopping and should move to the side before stopping.
Wheelchair participants should keep to the left-hand side of the course where practicable.
No offensive signs; racist language; abusive language; discriminatory messaging; political signage where restricted; obscene gestures; threatening behaviour; hate speech is permitted on course. Course marshals and event officials have the right to remove a participant from the course where they believe the participant is breaching these rules or creating a safety risk.