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12km Race

The 12km event creates an atmosphere of excitement, nervous energy and anticipation.

So why not join in the fun, create a new goal for yourself, your team or your family!

The 12km start has the highest number of participants. Imagine being amongst the crowd of people who fill King William St – it is truly a spectacular sight; be inspired and join over 26,000 others by registering to participate.

There are always the serious athletes and the elite runners from all over Australia but overwhelmingly the majority of people are there for the fun. Many participants dress up to support charities or promote local groups and businesses. Along the route, you can enjoy roadside entertainment and the encouragement of fellow participants and spectators.

Upon reaching the Bay, you might find yourself pleasantly surprised by your incredible achievement – whether it’s a new personal best or simply making it to the finish line!

Inclusions Entry Fees Start / Finish times Prize Money Sub 50 / 60 Entertainment

Inclusions

What do I get with my entry?

Your entry fee not only allows you to participate in the iconic City-Bay Fun Run, but also includes the following goodies:

Free transport(to and from the start and finish lines)
Free Mount Lofty Water and Hydralyfe Electrolyte Fluid
Participants race medal
Free bragging rights(for finishing the event!)

Entry Fees

Adults

Early bird deal: $50.00
Regular: $75.00
Late: $85.00

Children

Early: $45.00
Regular: $55.00
Late: $60.00

Concession

Early: $50.00
Regular: $60.00
Late: $70.00

To obtain a child’s entry fee the participants must be 17 years of age or under on race day.
Children 16 years and younger CANNOT RUN in the 12km RUN Event, unless supervised by an ADULT THROUGHOUT the duration of the WHOLE EVENT.
Children aged 3 and under can participate in a pram with no race number, provided they stay in the pram. Unfortunately due to growing numbers and insurance, running with a pram will not be allowed. This is to comply with risk management requirements. Walking with a pram is permitted.

2 adults and 2 kids, second kid goes free. You must create a ‘Family Team’ on the registration page to avail of this offer.

Start / Finish times

Start

All 8.00 Am

Get pumped up and join in with a pre-race warm up – hosted by the Lumary Crew!

Runners 8.00 Am

The 12km Runners leaves from the Festival Theatre – Western Carriageway of King William Road – City. If you are an elite runner or walker athlete your start time is 8.00am. Wave starts will then begin to allow traffic to flow and break up the numbers. RUNNING WITH PRAMS HAS BEEN BANNED SINCE 2012, walking is still ok.

Walkers / Wheelchairs 8.00 Am

12km Walkers and Wheelchairs leave from the Eastern Carriageway of King William Road in the city. Be ready at 8:00 for an 8:20 start. The competitive walkers are asked to line up first, followed by wave starts. If you are a slow walker or have a pram or object, you will line up at the back.

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.

Do not arrange to meet friends or family in the compound - keep moving!
Do not stop on the finish line. Walk quickly through the channels past the marshals with the timing wands.
Water will be available in the compound.
Do not hand in your tag / race no. It is a keepsake!

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

South Australian Residents Male

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

South Australian Residents Female

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

Sub 50 / 60

In 2024, Sub 60 entry will be granted from 2023 results or at the Race Director’s discretion. Similarly, Sub 50 entry will also be granted at the Race Director’s discretion, contingent upon showing a race result from the last 6 months demonstrating capability.

Sub 50 / 60 runners will be identified by a distinct race number colour separate from the Elite runners and the rest of the field

Entertainment

12km

DJ Eric Stephens

DJ Eric will be providing pre-race entertainment for participants starting at the Elder Park area for the 12km event. He will take you on a musical journey through the decades, celebrating the event’s 50th anniversary getting you pumped up before you embark on your 12km journey!

6km

Becky and the Gents

When you hit the 6km point, you will hear Becky and the Gents as they encourage and energize you at the halfway mark. As you pass through, they will take you on a nostalgic journey through the decades in celebration of the event’s 50th anniversary.

3km

DJ Seb

With only 3km to go, you’ll find DJ Seb who will be playing sounds of the 70’s spanning through the 6 decades of the running of the City-Bay. He will be that last little bit of motivation that you need to push you through to the finish line.

Finish Line

The Flaming Sambucas
After crossing the finish line, join the celebration at the main stage with The Flaming Sambucas, who will entertain the lively village crowd with a nostalgic journey through the decades, commemorating the event’s 50th anniversary.