Well done you! You’re registered and ready to run. Here’s all the essential info that you’ll need to know in preparation for MMR 2026!
Race Shirts
Only those who registered for our 21.1km, 10km, 5km and 3km events before 15 April 2026 will receive a singlet/t-shirt.
If you registered after this date, you may be lucky to still snag a shirt if we have spares left over.
Race Pack Pick Up
All participants race packs must be collected between 12pm and 4.30pm on Saturday 6 June at the Marina Village car park on Mulherin Drive.
Please bring your confirmation email – either the printed version or on your phone.
If you are unable to collect your race pack, a friend can collect it on your behalf. Please give them your email confirmation to present.
Corporate teams only need one person to pick up team packs.
If the Race Pack and shirts/singlets aren’t collected by 4.30pm on Saturday 6 June at the Marina Village car park on Mulherin Drive, they will not be available unless arranged in advance with the committee.
Premium Last-Minute registrations available online until 3.00pm Saturday 6 June. E-ticket holders must collect race packs by 4.30pm on Saturday 6 June 2026.
Transferring Events
The official cut off date for transfers has passed. However, if race numbers allow, you may be able to transfer at race pack pickup on Saturday between 12pm and 4pm.
Arrival Times
Avoid stress and panic by being prepared and getting to your event on time.
Half Marathon – arrive at 5:30am
10km Run – arrive at 5:50am
5km Fun Run – arrive at 7:45am
Corporate Challenge – arrive at 8:30am
3km Junior Dash – arrive at 7:00am
Race Start Times
Half Marathon – 6:30am
10km Run – 6:50am
5km Fun Run – 8:45am
Corporate Challenge – 9:30am
3km Junior Dash – 8:00am
A red hot tip – if you catch our Shuttle Bus we can guarantee you will be lined up in time for your race!!
Prize Money and Race Record Bonuses
Isuzu Ute 21.1km Half Marathon
| Overall Place | Men | Women |
| 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| 2 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| 3 | $750 | $750 |
Daly Bay 10km
| Overall Place | Men | Women |
| 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| 2 | $750 | $750 |
| 3 | $350 | $350 |
City Fitness 5km Fun Run
| Overall Place | Men | Women |
| 1 | $500 | $500 |
| 2 | Trophy | Trophy |
| 3 | Trophy | Trophy |
| Best Dressed Prize | $500 | |
North Queensland Bulk Ports 5km Corporate Challenge
| Overall Place | Prize |
| Fastest Team | Trophy awarded |
| Best Dressed Team | Trophy awarded |
| Highest Fundraising Team | Trophy awarded |
| Highest Individual Fundraiser | Trophy awarded |
MM Electrical 3km Kids Dash
| Overall Place | Prize |
| 1 | Trophy awarded |
| 2 | Trophy awarded |
| 3 | Trophy awarded |
Race Record Bonuses
| 21.1km Half Marathon | $5,000 |
| 10km | $2,500 |
| 5km Fun Run | $500 |
Prize terms and conditions:
- All prize money amounts are in Australian dollars (AUD)
- In the event of a dead heat, the prize money for winning a place will be combined and split evenly between the relevant competitors
- If multiple place getters break the race record, the bonus will only be applied to the runner who placed first in that race category.
Please see our individual event pages for category winner’s trophy allocations.
Pacers
Chasing a personal best or looking to run steady and strong? Simply follow the balloons and let our incredible pacers do the thinking so you can do the running.
Isuzu Half Marathon
1 hr 35 min – Brad Lenehan
1 hr 45 min – Andrea Conroy
2 hr – Justin Knight & Nikki Giles
2 hr 15 min – Tahnie Malagueno & Alan Zamparutti
2 hr 30 min – Jenny Harmer
Daly Bay 10km
50 min – Paul Formosa
60 min – Benita Willis
70 min – Linda Palmer
City Fitness 5km Fun Run
30 min – Andrea Conroy & Brad Lenehan
Our pacing legends will help you keep your rhythm, stay motivated and cross the finish line with a smile!
Parking
Parking is available south of Mulherin Park, which will have 700 parks on the day, however, to minimise congestion (and your stress!), we are encouraging all participants to use our FREE RIDE & RUN SHUTTLE.
Please follow the directions of our parking marshals. For the safety of all participants, note the designated parking areas and please obey all traffic rules. We recommend taking the free bus and carpooling to ease traffic congestion.
FREE Ride & Run Shuttle
To ensure a stress-free event experience, we recommend runners and spectators utilise our free, fully accessible shuttle bus service.
Take our shuttle and enjoy the following benefits:
- Stress-free transport to and from the race
- Avoid the queue on Ron Searle Dr.
- Designated toilets at the bus drop-off area
- Bag storage facilities
- Fun giveaways
Shuttle bus seats must be booked in advance to ensure we run enough services on the day. Add the bus to your registration, or if you have already registered, simply log in to your Race Roster account to edit your registration and add the bus. Spectators can also book the bus via our website.
Toilets and Venue Map
Toilets, water stations and first aid locations can be found on the venue map below.
*Public toilets are available at the Old Mulherin Park, Marina, Bluewater Quay, River Wharves, Queens Park, Illuka Park and Surf Club. In addition, portable toilets will be stationed at the start precinct, Bassett St and the bus drop-off.
Bag Drop Off
This year, we will have a bag drop off area in the Recovery Tent.
There is a tear off section on your race bib to attach to your bag for identification, please use it we can’t accept your bag without it.
Caffeination Stations
If you’re looking for coffee and/or breakfast, try these local locations.
Coffee and Breakfast
Casu Jacks | Open from 5.00am
Enjoy their $10 deal – small coffee + bacon and egg muffin
Mantra Mackay | Open from 6.30am to 10.30am
Enjoy their coffee, croissant and toastie specials ranging from $12 – $15
Red Dog Bluewater Quay | Open from 6.00am
10% off food and drinks all day for BMA Mackay Marina Run runners
We will also have a number of coffee vans available on the day.
Start Precinct
SIPS Coffee Co and Papa Bens Coffee Vane
The legends at BMA Recovery Tent will also be serving free bacon and egg rolls and sausage sangas.
Download the Race App
Keep tabs on your crew or set up a little friendly competition with our race app!
BMA Mackay Marina Run has partnered with MultiSport Australia to bring you live tracking right from your phone.
With the race app, you can:
- Follow your friends and family live as they run the course
- See real-time results and leaderboards
- Track runners on the course map
- Access all the event info you need in one place
More Info – Course, Water Stations & FIXX Sports Drinks
For more specific information about your race category, including course details, aid stations, Orix Water Stations & FIXX sports drinks, click below for your relevant event.
Dogs, Bikes & Scooters
Animals other than those used by people with disabilities as accredited guide and assistance animals are not permitted to accompany runners or walkers in any race.
No scooters, bicycles, roller blades, ebikes or skateboards.
Prams are allowed.
FAQs
For all other frequently asked questions, please click here.
