River Run Geelong

Event overview

River Run Geelong takes place on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Barwon Valley Park, Barabool Rd, Belmont. The event offers two distances:

• 10 km
• 5 km

The 10 km field is limited to 900 runners and the 5 km field to 600, with a total field limit of 1,500. The event typically reaches its field limit well before race day. All finishers receive a medal. The 5 km is open to walkers; the 10 km is intended for participants who will jog most of the course and complete it in under 1 hour 30 minutes. Drink stations are positioned on course at approximately 2 km intervals. First aid personnel will be at the finish and mobile first aid will patrol the course by bicycle. An extreme heat policy may lead to shortening the 10 km course in extreme conditions.

Practical details

Registrations open December 1, 2025. Online registration closes Friday, February 27 at 6pm. Entry fees vary by registration period, with several price bands from December through race day; race day entry is available if the field limit is not met. No transfer of entries or bib numbers is allowed. Refunds are available only within stated windows and with administration fees deducted; no refunds are issued from February 2 through race day. A postage option for race bibs is available for a fee; personalised bibs are available for registrations completed by the listed deadline. Secure baggage storage will be provided at the event. The event supports the charity River’s Gift through donations and sale of merchandise; the event entry fee does not go directly to the charity. Maps and course images are provided on the event pages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.