Conquer The Summit

Event overview

Conquer The Summit is a community running event held each March at Mt Barker in the Adelaide Hills. First held in 2012, the event raises funds for Operation Flinders and other charities that support local youth. The course starts at the Summit Sport and Recreation Park and runs through surrounding rural areas, using roadside, fire track, vineyard and trail sections to reach the top of Mt Barker Summit.

Distances and categories

• 21.1 km (half-marathon)
• 10.55 km (quarter-marathon)
• 5 km
• KIDS' DASH: an untimed two-lap dash around the oval for under-12s

Registration, bib collection and entries

Registrations open 1 November 2025. Online registrations close at midnight on Sunday 15 March 2026. Registrations completed by midnight on 1 March receive a reduced fee and have the option to have a first name or chosen name printed on the race bib. Entries made by midnight 31 December 2025 are entered into a draw for a $250 voucher.

Bib collection and late registration options are available on specified dates and locations before the event:

• Thursday 19 March 2026, Beyond Bank Prospect (Shop 53 Northpark Shopping Centre, 264 Main North Road, Prospect)
• Friday 20 March 2026, Beyond Bank Mt Barker (Barker Plaza, 12 Morphett St, Mt Barker)
• Saturday 21 March 2026, The Athlete's Foot Mt Barker (Mt Barker Central Shopping Centre, 33/13 McLaren St, Mt Barker)

Bib collection and late registration are also available on race day at the event.

Community and volunteers

The event is a major fundraiser for Mt Barker Lions and Rotary Clubs. Volunteer roles listed include positions at the start and finish areas, drink stations and marshalling points. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.