Entries will open on Sunday December 1
Event Date:
Sunday March 2, 2025
Distances:
10km Run & 5km Run/Walk
Start Times:
10km - 8:00am (Field limited to 750)
5km - 8:10am (Field limited to 550)
Total Field limit is 1300 (Field limit has been reached well before race day for the past 2 years)
Start Finish Area
Barwon Valley Park, Barabool Rd, Belmont
COURSE DETAILS
Visit the Maps page to see where the course takes you and some photos taken out on course to give you an idea of why this event is so popular.
EVERY FINISHER GETS A MEDAL
All finishers will recieve a fantastic finishers medal as they cross the finish line. A great momento of your fantastic effort.
CAN I WALK?
Yes, we have many participants who walk the 5km course, however, the 10km course is for those who will jog the majority of the course (complete the 10km course in under 1 hr 30min)
SUPPORTING RIVER'S GIFT
As in previous years, the RIVER RUN will continue to support the fantastic work of River's Gift and their pursuits of Stamping Out SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). If you can, please consider making a donation to River’s Gift when registering or purchase some of their fantastic merchandise.
You can also purchase a pair of River's Gift Steigen Socks for $16, with all money going directly to River's Gift or set up fundraising page to get friends and family involed in the fundraising effort at https://rivers-gift.grassrootz.com/river-run-2025
Marquee Stalls for your business on Event Day!
We are again offering FREE marquee stalls to businesses or groups on Race day. We will provide a 3mx3m marquee and signage on the front. You just book a spot before February 1, then turn up on the day and promote your business or group. Limited spots available and only available to businesses and groups that have a direct relationship to running/walking and fitness. Email justin@pbevents.com.au for details and to book.
GET YOUR OWN PERSONALISED RACE BIB!
Personalised bibs will be available to all participants that register before 6pm, January 20. Get your name or message on your bib as a great momento of the day.
HUGE PRIZE DRAW GIVEAWAY - FEBRUARY 20
On Thursday February 20, the Running Company Geelong HUGE prize draw giveaway will take place. Details of prize givaways will be available soon.
RACE BIB COLLECTION
This year you have the option of having your race bibs posted to you prior to the event. A fee of $7.50 applies to this option. Bibs will be posted on Thursday February 13, 2025. (Postage option not available after January 31).
River's Gift Merchandise will NOT be posted. It can be collected at the times below.
Bibs can also be collected in person at the times and locations below.
Thursday February 27 - 4:30pm-6:00pm
Venue to be determined
Sunday March 2 - 7:00am-7:50am
Registration Marquee - Barwon Valley Park - Barabool Rd, Belmont
AGE GROUPS
Kids - (7-12 yrs) 5k only, not available in 10km event
Junior (13-17yrs), 18-29 yrs, 30-39 yrs, 40-49 yrs, 50 - 59 yrs, 60-69 yrs, 70+ yrs
Gold, Silver and Bronze medals will be awarded in each age group category in both the 10km and 5km events.
Overall winners of the 5km and 10km events will recieve a trophy.
All age group and overall prize winners will be calculated on Gun Time (order of crossing the finish line) not Net time.
The Presentation Ceremony will take place at approximately 9:20am.
DRINKS AND FIRST AID
There will be 5 drink stations positioned on course at approximately 2km intervals. See course map for locations.
First Aid personnel will be both at the finish line and for added safety there will be mobile first aid personnel on bicycles out on the course.
BAG STORAGE
There will be a secure baggage holding area at the event site. The baggage holding area will be open from 7:15am and will close at 9:30am. PLEASE ENSURE THERE ARE NO VALUABLE ITEMS LEFT AT THE BAGGAGE HOLDING AREA.
PREPARATION AND TRAINING
We recommend that participants who are not regular runners and those who have not undergone a recent medical check-up, particularly older participants, seek a medical check up, before taking part in this years River Run.
PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE WELL HYDRATED PRIOR TO TAKING ON THE RUN AND THAT YOU ARE CAPABLE OF FINISHING THE EVENT IN A SAFE MANNER.
INSURANCE
Participants should note that Public Liability insurance exists for this event, however, it does not cover individual medical and rescue costs. This cost is the responsibility of each individual participant. Therefore it is highly recommended that you Ambulance cover is up to date.
EXTREME HEAT POLICY
Please note that in the event of excessive heat on the morning of the event, safety measures will be taken in accordance with the guidelines of Sports Medicine Australia to ensure the safety of all participants. This may result in the shortening of the 10km run (only if conditions are extreme).
REGISTRATIONS WILL OPEN ON
Sunday December 1
November 24 - January 5
10km - $45
5km - $45
January 6 - January 27
10km - $49
5km - $49
January 28 - February 16
10km - $54
5km - $54
February 17 - February 28
10km - $59
5km - $59
RACE DAY ENTRIES
10km - $60
5km - $60
Online Registration Close: Friday February 28 at 6pm sharp.
Race Day Entries (If Field limit not met) - 7:00am - 7:50am (Cash or Card)
ENTRY TRANSFERS
It is crucial that we know who is running with which race bib. Therefore, no transfer of entries or bibs numbers will be allowed. Breaching this rule will result in instant disqualification.
REFUNDS POLICY
November 24 - January 1 - Refunds can be received with a $10 administration fee deducted.
January 2 - February 1 - Refunds can be issued with a $20 administration fee deducted.
February 2 - Race Day - No Refunds will be issued
Refunds can be requested by emailing justin@pbevents.com.au.
In the unlikely event that this run is cancelled due to unforseen circumstances, a full refund, less $10 administration fee will be issued to all registered participants.
Relive 'River Run - 10km Course
10km Course Map (above)
Relive 'River Run - 5km Course'
5km Course Map (above)
COURSE IMAGES
As part of this years River Run we are supporting River's Gift in their fight to stamp out SIDS.
WHAT IS RIVER'S GIFT?
River Waddell was only 128 days old when he lost his life to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) in November 2011. Immediately following River's death his parents, Alex Hamilton and Karl Waddell, could only feel unfathomable grief at the loss of their beautiful little boy - the love of their lives. After extensive research into this devastating syndrome, they were inspired to do all that they could to form a charity in River’s honour and work tirelessly to build awareness of SIDS and raise vital funds to contribute to scientific research and safe sleep education. To date, 8 years on, River’s Gift have become one of Australia’s two leading SIDS charities and have made a significant impact in helping preserve the lives of young infants in their first 12 months of life.
"River’s Gift feel privileged to again be the partnering charity of the 2019 River Run. We thank PB events for the continued sincere and loyal support and together we’re working together in pursuit of our mission of Stamping Out SIDS". Alex & Karl
Please note: The entry fee for the River Run goes to covering the costs associated with organising this event, no money from your entry fee will go to the River's Gift Charity. However, River’s Gift will receive generous donations for their assistance on the day. So make sure you purchase a singlet or make a donation to this incredible cause.
1. Purchase a River's Gift Running Singlet, T-shirt or customised Steigen Running Socks Every cent from the sale of these items goes directly to River's Gift. Singlets (male/female sizes) and t-shirts (unisex sizes) come in a range of sizes – there’s one for everyone! Purchase a singlet, t-shirt or socks as part of your online registration process, or they’ll be available for purchase on race day.
2.Fundraise through the Rivers Gift Fundraising page.
It is extremely easy to set up and you could be amazed at how much you can raise. Remember that every little cent helps!
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