FAQ’s
Online registration closing date
Online registrations close 11.59 pm AEST, Thursday, 30 May.
Schedule
The day officially starts at 6:00am when registration/bib pick opens.
• 10k Race Start: 7:00 am
• 21.1k Race Start (wave 1 – under 1 hour 45): 7:20 am
• 21.1k Race Start (wave 2 – over 1 hour 45): 7:25 am
• 5k Race Start: 8:45 am
• 2k Race Start: 9:30 am
• Post Race Presentation for all events: 10:00 am
Note: Times are subject to change
What are the minimum ages for each event?
2k: Ages 5-12
5k: 10 and up
10k: 13 and up
Half Marathon: 16 and up
Can I transfer my registration to someone else?
Yes, up until 3 weeks before the event. Please contact [email protected] to do this. We don’t offer transfers within 3 weeks of the event.
Can I transfer my registration to another event?
Yes, up until 3 weeks before the event. Please contact [email protected] to do this. We don’t offer transfers within 3 weeks of the event or if the event has sold out.
Can I obtain a refund?
Unfortunately, entry fees are non-refundable.
Will there be a finishers medal?
We have been listening and we know you want the medals! So with this in mind we will be producing medals for every event this year.
Where are the toilets located?
Toilets are located;
- Opposite Race precinct – Skydive Driveway
- North side of Stuart Park near the lagoon
- Pavillion at North Wollongong Beach
What time is the event presentation?
Post Race Presentations for all events: 10:00 am
Note: Times are subject to change
Can I get my race bib before the event?
Everyone will be encouraged to pick up their bib at Stuart Park on:
• Friday 31 May: From 12:00-4:00pm
• Saturday 1 June: From 8:00am – 12:00pm
NOTE: Times are subject to change.
Can I get my race bib on the day?
The registration tent will be located in the race precinct at Stuart Park, close to the start line.
Please note bib pick-up times on race day for your event below.
• 10km & 21km: From 6:00am
• 5km & Kids 2km: From 7:30am
NOTE: Times are subject to change.
Will there be water stations on course?
Water and Energy Gels will be available at the finish, at the entry into Puckey’s Estate (Fairy Meadow), at the Cnr of George Hanley Dr and Cliff Rd (Stuart Park) and Endeavour Drive.
Where can I find my photos from the race?
This year we will be teaming up with RaceAtlas to bring you your race day photos on the same day as the event! You can check for your photos here:
https://raceatlas.com/?event=wollongong-running-festival.
You will receive a text message as soon as photos have been added to your gallery and then again once all of your photos have been processed. RaceAtlas will be offering a special race day discount, with 20% off all purchases until midnight on Sunday using the code: GONG20
Will there be cut off times
Yes, but only for the Ericom Half Marathon. The cut off time for the Ericom Half Marathon is 3 hours.
Will there be bag drop?
There is no bag drop at this event, as the races start and end at the same location.
Any lost and found will be taken to the registration tent for collection.