5km Fun Run
Race Sponsored by
The flat, fast and fun course is perfect to set a PB, run with your friends or to experience your first 5km run or walk.
This family friendly event starts at the Mackay Marina meandering along the coast line then out and back along the spectacular Mackay Breakwater. Enjoy the view, live music and as you head for home Mackay comes out in droves to get you over the finish line.
Event Information
| Date | 1 June 2025 |
| Distance | 5km |
| Start time | 8.45am |
| Start line | Entrance to the Marina Wall |
| Finish line | Boat ramp end of Marina Village |
| Age limit | Children must be 10 years of age to run unaccompanied. Children under 10 on the day of the event must have a parent/guardian accompanying them. |
Entry Fees
19 Mar 2025
29 May 2025
31 May 2025
You have until 27 April to personalise your race bib with your name or nickname from within your Race Roster portal.
Training Plan
Prepare for your distance in this year’s BMA Mackay Marina Run with a free training plan.
Cut Off Policy
Aid Stations
| 3km | Aid and water |
Prizes
The 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed runners (both male and female) will receive an official event trophy.
1st place in each age category receive a trophy.
| First place | $500 for the first male and female |
| Second place | Trophy |
| Third place | Trophy |
| First place under 14 years | Trophy |
| First place under 16 years | Trophy |
| First place between 16 to 20 years | Trophy |
Records
| 5km record male | Ewan McFazden 16:35 (2023) |
| 5km record female | Rachel Silvestri 18:58 (2016) |
Our Events
7 March
2025
Twilight City Run
5km Fun Run
A great precursor to the main
event in June!
30 May
2025
Live With The Legends
Meet local runners and our MMR
heroes at this pre-race cocktail mixer.
1 June
2025