Introducing the Yarra River Running Festival — featuring beautiful views and a truly scenic course around the iconic Westerfolds Loop Circuit and along the stunning Yarra River.
With events ranging from the 21.1 km Half Marathon to the fast and fun 10 km, and 5 km, plus a 2 km Family Dash, it’s the perfect day out for runners of all ages and abilities.
All participants will receive a unique Yarra River finisher’s medal, post-race refreshments, sponsor giveaways, and an online finisher certificate to celebrate the achievement.
LOCATION
Westerfolds Park, Templestowe VIC 3107
EVENTS ON THE DAY
Half Marathon, 10 km, 5 km & 2 km (Family Dash)
THE COURSE
A paved course through Westerfolds Park before heading north alongside the Yarra River. There are a few short gravel sections adjacent to the river.
EVENT INFORMATION
7:30 am: Registration Opens.
8:30 am: Half Marathon race event commences.
8:40 am: Runners Paradise 10 km race event commences.
9:20 am: 5 km race event commences.
10:30 am: Dopamine Lab 2 km Family Dash commences.
11:00 am: Prize-giving ceremony.
The event village is located at Westerfolds Park in Templestowe, Victoria. The closest bus stops are at Williamsons Rd & Porter Rd; Parkwood Pl & Fitzsimons Lane; Atkinson St & Anderson St, Templestowe Village & James St; Parker St & Anderson St (Buses: 293, 901, 282, 902, 280, 281, 279), and via Montmorency Railway Station (Hurstbridge Train Line). There is nearby parking available at the Westerfolds Loop Circuit. We highly recommend car sharing wherever possible.
This event is running in conjunction with Westerfolds Park Junior Parkrun
All event distances are professionally chip timed by Multisport Australia.
We will have water stations throughout the full course that will have both water and electrolytes/nutrition available for competitors to consume.
– Half Marathon: 4 km, 7.5 km, 14 km, 17.3 km
– 10 km: 4 km, 7.5 km
– 5 km: 2 km
Each finisher will receive a Yarra River event-themed medal at the finish line as well as other sponsor giveaways.
The 2 km race is a Family Dash event aimed at getting youngsters involved in healthy outdoor activities. An accompanying adult can run with their child for an additional $10. Register your child first, then add an accompanying adult bib during the registration options. Please note the accompanying adult will not be timed and will not receive a finishers’ medal.
There are no cut-off times for the 2 km, 5 km, or 10 km. There is a cut-off time of 3.5 hours for the Half Marathon event.
Race bibs are printed three weeks before race day and posted two weeks out. To have your name on your bib, make sure you register at least three weeks before the event. If you’d like your bib posted, the cut-off is two weeks before race day.
There will be a photographer present on the course taking photos of you, which will be posted on our social media and website following the race.
There WILL be other pedestrians and cyclists on the paths. We recommend that you do not use earphones, and you need to pay close attention to everything around you. Please be aware of people, cyclists, and dogs.
Race times are subject to minor changes.
Our Event Sponsors
Pain Relief Sponsor
Would you like to volunteer at the
Yarra River Running Festival?
We are always on the lookout for volunteers on race day to help out with course marshalling and registration. It’s a great way to experience the buzz of race day without having to tie up the laces. In addition to being amongst the energy of the race, Race Hub Australia are delighted to offer volunteers the following as a thank you for their help on the day:
- Free entry to any future race ($60 max)
- Free morning coffee
- Post event breakfast with staff and volunteers
