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RACE DAY GUIDE 2025 Message
23Road Closures03Welcome Words052024 Reflection08Race Day Events093 KMTABLE OFCONTENTS106 KM1112 KM1221.1 KM13Bib Collection Expo25Public Transport29Parking31Need To Know34The Village40Stay42Merchandise19Baggage20Water Stations14Changes & Tranfers15Medals
FROM THE CITY-BAY RACEDIRECTOR JOE STEVENSWELCOMEWORDSDear City-Bay Community,It gives me great joy to welcomeyou to this year’s City-Bay Fun Run.What began as a modestcommunity run has grown into oneof our city’s most belovedtraditions, bringing together peopleof all ages, backgrounds, andabilities in the true spirit of unity. Over the years, the City-Bay has become much more than a race, it is acelebration of health, fitness, friendship, and the extraordinary sense ofcommunity that makes our city so special.Every participant contributes to this legacy. Whether you are running fora personal best, walking alongside family and friends, raising funds for acause close to your heart, or simply soaking in the electric atmosphere,your presence helps to write another chapter in the story of thisremarkable event. It is your energy, enthusiasm, and commitment thatcontinue to make the City-Bay such a highlight on the communitycalendar.I want to take a moment to express my deep gratitude to our sponsors -your unwavering support allows us to continue growing and improvingthis event each year from providing resources to enhancing the 3
participant experience, yourcontributions are felt at every stage ofthe journey. To our dedicated volunteers,you are the heartbeat of the City-Bay.Your generosity of spirit, tireless efforts,and welcoming smiles make everyrunner and walker feel part of somethingbigger than themselves. Simply put, wecould not do this without you.As you line up at the start and take thosefirst steps, remember that this event isnot just about crossing the finish line. It’sabout the journey, the connections youmake along the way, and the sharedpride in being part of something thatunites us all. My wish for each of you isthat you enjoy the course, embrace thechallenge, and celebrate the joy of beingpart of this extraordinary community.Thank you for making the City-Bay FunRun what it is today, a legacy ofresilience, camaraderie, and spirit thatcontinues to inspire year after year. I lookforward to cheering you on andcelebrating together at the finish line.With heartfelt appreciation,Joe Stevens OAMRace Director4
Last year marked an incrediblechapter in City-Bay history - our50th anniversary. What began in1973 with just over 1,600 runners hasgrown into one of Australia’s mosticonic fun runs, bringing togethertens of thousands of participants,volunteers, and supporters fromacross the country.In 2024, we celebrated five decadesof fitness, community, andresilience. The golden anniversarysaw record levels of communityspirit, inspiring stories fromparticipants of all ages, and anunforgettable race day filled withenergy, colour, and pride.We honoured the past, embracedthe present, and looked ahead tothe future - and it was all madepossible thanks to you. Whether youran, walked, wheeled, volunteered,cheered, or sponsored, your supporthelped us mark this milestone intrue City-Bay style.As we move into a new chapter, wecarry the spirit of 2024 with us - aspirit built on connection,movement, and celebration. 2024REFLECTION5
12KM RUNKing William Road, Festival Theatre6KM WALK/WHEELCHAIRAnzac Hwy, Kurralta Shopping Centre3KM WALK/RUN/WHEELCHAIRMorphetville Junction, Camden Park12KM WALK/WHEELCHAIRKing William Road, Festival TheatreRACE DAYEVENTS8 : 0 0 A M8 : 3 0 A M9 : 0 0 A M9 : 3 0 A M1 0 : 0 0 A M6 : 0 0 A MCHANNEL 9 NEWS HALF MARATHON Colley Terrace, GlenelgSUNDAY MAIL 6KM RUNAnzac Hwy, Kurralta Shopping Centre8
3KMThe 3 km event is all about fun, family, andcommunity spirit, making it the perfect way toexperience the energy of City-Bay in a relaxed andinclusive setting. Starting at 10:00 am at MorphetvilleJunction, Camden Park, for everyone—runners,walkers, and wheelchair users. Arrive by 9:00 am toallow time to settle in and get ready. This short,friendly course is all about fun and communityspirit, giving everyone the chance to enjoy the raceday excitement. With no time pressures, you canrun, walk, or jog at your own pace and focus onhaving a great time. The finish line at Glenelgpromises a festive welcome and a sense ofaccomplishment for all participants.9
6KMThe 6 km event starts on Anzac Highway at KurraltaShopping Centre in Kurralta Park, with runnersbeginning at 9:00 am and walkers and wheelchairparticipants at 8:00 am. We suggest arriving by8:30 am for runners or 9:00 am for walkers andwheelchair users to get ready at the start line. The 6km course is perfect for families, social groups, andfirst-timers who want to experience the joy of raceday without the longer distance. Along the way, you’llbe carried by the excitement of the cheering crowdsand the atmosphere that makes this event sospecial. Every participant will finish at Glenelg, whereyou’ll join thousands of others celebrating theirefforts on the coast.Presented by Sunday Mail10
12KMThe 12 km event is our most popular distance andthe heart of the City-Bay Fun Run! Starting at8:00 am for runners from Festival Theatre, withwalkers and wheelchair participants beginning at8:30 am. Runners should aim to arrive by 7:00 am,and walkers or wheelchair users by 7:30 am, givingyou plenty of time to prepare and soak up theexcitement at the start. Whether you’re running forspeed or enjoying a steady pace, the 12 km courseoffers a fantastic way to experience the City-Bayatmosphere. All participants finish at Glenelg, wherethe post-race energy is waiting for you.11
21.1KMGet ready for the ultimate challenge of the day! TheHalf Marathon kicks off at 6:00 am from Glenelg, sowe recommend all runners arrive by 5:30 am to allowtime for warm-ups and settling into the start lineatmosphere. The Half Marathon is a true highlight ofthe event, attracting both seasoned athletes chasingpersonal bests and passionate runners taking on thedistance for the first time. The course offers a uniquemix of challenge and inspiration, with thecamaraderie of fellow runners and theencouragement of supporters lining the streetskeeping you motivated from start to finish. Allfinishers will cross the line at Glenelg, greeted bycheering crowds and post-race celebrations.Presented by Channel 9 News12
All participants who have selected in-person collection must pick uptheir race bibs at the Bib Collection Expo before race day. The Expo servesas your one-stop location to collect your race number, ask any questionsabout the event, make any event changes and browse stalls for last-minute race gear. This year, you’ll find stalls from RunDNA, AnytimeFitness, Nerdbelt, and Posca, offering tips, gear, and goodies to get yourace-ready.Location:SA Athletics StadiumMarjorie Jackson Nelson DrMile End South SA 5031Please be aware that the Bib Collection Expo strictly closes at 2pm onSaturday the 20th of September. Bib Collection will not be available onthe day of the race, and any race numbers that are not collectedbeforehand will result in disqualification from participating in the event.Please also note that you can change your event with us at the expohowever, the deadline to do so is 10:00am on September 20th. Pleaseensure any changes are submitted before this time, as this deadline isstrictly enforced. Any numbers that are not picked up by this time willresult in disqualification from the event. It is essential to strictly adhereto these deadlines.BIB COLLECTIONEXPOTime & Date:ThursdayFridaySaturday18th September 202519th September 2025 20th September 202512PM - 7PM 8AM - 7PM 8AM - 2PM13
CHANGES &TRANSFERSIf you need to modify your event distance or transfer your registrationto another participant, please visit us at our Bib Collection Expo. We’ll behappy to assist you with the process.Please note that all changes and transfers must be completed inperson at the Expo, by 10:00 AM on Saturday, September 20th, 2025.If your bib has not been mailed, you will need to collect your bib at theexpo and then make your way to changes & transfers to completeyour change or transfer.If your bib has already been mailed, you must bring it to the Expo tocomplete the transfer. We will not be able to process any changeswithout your original bib.If a friend or family member is collecting and arranging the changeon your behalf, they will need to provide a signed and written note ofauthorisation.Please note, the new participant’s name and date of birth must beupdated in our database at the time of transfer.Please note:A $10 administration fee will apply for any changes to your eventdistance.If you are upgrading your distance, you will be required to pay theprice difference.If you are reducing your distance, no refund will be provided for thedifference in cost.Transfers to another participant incur no additional cost, as long asthere are no changes to the event distance.14
MEDALSEvery finisher receives a 2025 City-Bay medal – there are two bolddesigns, each one crafted to honour your race day success:3km, 6km & 12km finishers will receive the sleek silver medal -powerful and packed with pride. It celebrates your run, your way, andthe energy you brought to the streets of Adelaide.Half Marathon finishers will take home the gold edition medal,designed to mark your 21.1km effort with a standout finish.Want to make it even more special? You can personalise your medalwith your name and race time engraved on an official tab. It’s the perfectway to commemorate your effort and celebrate your race-day success.Personalised medal tabs are available to order now! Visit MiTIME City-Bay Fun Run or use the QR code below to order yours!15
Bag drop-off will be available for all participants. Each startline will have a designated drop-off area, and all bags willbe transported from each start line to the collection point onthe corner of Anzac Highway & Adelphi Terrace on WigleyReserve as shown in the map below.If you would like your bag sent to the pick-up area at WigleyReserve, please simply fill out the tags on the bottom of yourrace number and provide them to the volunteers at thebaggage collection area at your start line.Please ensure that you keep your valuables with you at alltimes. We are unable to take loose items such as a wallet ormobile phone. For easy identification at the finish line, we recommendusing a colourful bag or adding a ribbon or other distinctivemarker.BAGGAGE Adelphi Terrace Anzac Hwy Anzac Hwy Anzac Hwy Anzac Hwy Anzac Hwy Adelphi Terrace Colley Terrace Chappell Drive Anzac Hwy Wigley Reserve Canning St Durham Street Sussex Street Nile Street19
Water will be proudly provided by Mount Lofty Springs at the start line,throughout the course, and at the finish line. Plus, Posca Hydrateelectrolyte drinks will be available exclusively at the finish line to help yourecover and recharge after your run.We encourage all participants to bring a reusable water bottle, whichcan be refilled at hydration stations along the route. Let’s work togetherto reduce waste and keep the course clean!Water Stations will be located at the following key points:12km Start Line – King William Road 9km to go – Netball Courts Anzac Hwy6km to go – Kurralta Park 3km to go – Morphetville Junction CentreFinish Line – Wigley Reserve & Colley ReserveRemember: Hydration is key! Drink plenty of water before, during, andafter your race to stay safe and hydrated!WATERSTATIONS20
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Street parking is available near all start locations. Please plan ahead,and please be mindful of road closures related to the event.When parking, be respectful of local residents—do not block driveways.We also encourage you to consider using public transport to get to theevent.Wilson Carparks: Adelaide CityThanks to the support from our partner Wilson Parking, participants canenjoy $5 All Day Parking at selected car park locations on Sunday 21September 2025. Plan ahead of time and prepay for parking online or onthe Wilson Parking App using the promo code CITYBAY25 at any of thebelow locations:30 Hindley Street AdelaideAdelaide Central Car Park21 Bent Street AdelaideDownload the Wilson Parking App to prepay online ahead of time, andget there hassle-free.Terms and Conditions are as follows: The $5 City-Bay Fun Run flat rateparking offer is only available at 30 Hindley Street, Adelaide Central and21 Bent Street car parks when you prepay online or through the WilsonParking App using promo code CITYBAY25 on Sunday 21 September2025. Prepay limits apply and offer is limited. Offer is for individual useonly, available for one entry and exit per day. Pricing, products, andavailability may vary without notice. Casual parking rates apply ifprepayment conditions are not met.Morphettville Race CouseA dedicated car park will be available at Morphettville Racecourse.Access is via the Northern end of Park Terrace near the tram line, wherestaff will guide you to the car park. The car park opens from 8:00am.PARKING23
To ensure the safety of all participants, volunteers, andspectators, a number of road closures and traffic restrictionswill be in place across Adelaide on race day. Please planahead and allow extra travel time.Please see the link below for a full list of road closures on ourwebsite: 2025 Road Closures | City-Bay Fun RunA visual map of the closures is also provided across thispage for easy reference.A list of no parking and tow away zones are also listed on thewebsite.Other road closures are also in place due to theTransforming Jetty Road Project. For more information,please refer to: Road Closures | City of Holdfast BayPolice will maintain road closures until they deem it is nolonger safe for participants to remain on the roadway. Anyqueries contact SA Police Traffic Planning Coordinator (08)7322 4261. We thank you for your cooperation with this largeundertaking of closing Anzac Highway for this event.ROADCLOSURES25
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PUBLICTRANSPORTThe Glenelg tram line will be closed between South Terrace, Adelaide andMoseley Square, Glenelg until late January 2026. This is to allow for majorworks as part of the Tram Grade Separation Projects. There will besubstitute bus services in place for all closures. For race day, a range of public transport options are available to helpyou get to and from the event with ease. Detailed information ontransport services have been prepared to make planning your journeysimple and stress-free. You can view all the information here: PublicTransport | City-Bay Fun Run.We encourage all participants and spectators to review the publictransport options ahead of time so you can enjoy the event withoutworrying about your journey.29
Half marathon, 12km, and 6km competitors will berecorded by the ‘DAG’ electronic timing system.Please note that 3km entrants will not be timed.The timing system activates only after you havecrossed the start line.NEED TO KNOWRACE BIBThe 'DAG' timing device is affixed to the back ofyour bib. Under no circumstances should youremove, bend, or roll it up, as this could damagethe timing chip. The bib you received indicates theevent you have entered and includes your nameon the back if sent by mail. If any information isincorrect, please contact the City-Bay officeimmediately for corrections.TIMING CHIPFINISH INSTRUCTIONSAs you cross the finish line, a marshal holding atiming bat will approach you to confirm your finaltime. This step is essential to ensure your time isaccurately recorded. Please do not stop at thefinish line—walk promptly through the channelspast the marshals with timing bats. Afterward,head to the post-race area to celebrate youraccomplishment with other runners, grab a pieceof fruit from the Foodland tent, and rehydrate withMt Lofty Springs and Posaca Hydrate.FIRST AID AND MEDICAL SUPPORTThe Royal Flying Doctor Service will be at the HalfMarathon start, 12km start, 9km water station, 6kmwater station, 3km water station & at the finish line.COURSE COURTESYWe kindly request that walkers and runners staypredominantly on the left side of the path toaccommodate our wheelchair participants, whoare requested to stay on the right side.31
LOST AND FOUND VULNERABLE PERSONSThe safety of all participants is our priority, and ourteam, together with SA Police and Wilson Securitywill be on site at the finish to provide prompt andcompassionate assistance.The City Bay has clear procedures to ensure thesafety and wellbeing of vulnerable people whomay become separated from their parent,guardian or carer during the event.TOILETSToilets will be available at the following locations:Half Marathon Start (Colley Reserve)Adelaide 12km Start (Torrens Pd Gd, Elder Park)Veale Gardens on South Terrace9km water stationKennards, Anzac Hwy, Glandore6km start (Kurralta Park)3km start/3km water station (MorphetvilleJunction)Glenelg finish (Wigley Reserve & Colley Reserve)32
The VillageThe City-Bay Village is where the celebrations continue, spread acrossColley Terrace and Wigley Reserve and buzzing with food, entertainment,and local offerings. It’s the heart of the post-race atmosphere, bringingtogether participants, supporters, and the South Australian community.As soon as you cross the finish line, head straight to the Village to kick offyour post-race experience. Start by grabbing some fresh, complimentaryfruit from the Foodland tent to recharge, or sip on a barista coffee fromone of our local vendors. From there, make your way to the Sportsmedtent, where therapists will be on hand to provide free post-run massagesand recovery tips to help ease sore muscles and get you feeling yourbest after the race. To end the day, head to the main stage, wherepresentations will begin at 10:00 AM to celebrate the incredibleachievements of all participants.Once the presentations wrap up, take time to explore the stalls andactivations. Many will be offering products, experiences, and evenexclusive complimentary services just for City-Bay participants. Withentertainment, giveaways, and plenty of prizes to be won throughout theday, the Village is the perfect place to relax, connect, and celebrate youraccomplishment. Please see over the page for site maps on WigleyReserve & Colley Reserve.34
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STAY WITHMINOR HOTELSComing to South Australia from interstate or overseas for the iconic City-Bay Fun Run? Or maybe you just want your race day easy andaccessible! make your experience even better by staying with ourpartners at Minor Hotels.All participants are entitled to 15% off their stay, so you can enjoy acomfortable and affordable visit while you prep for race day. All City-Bayparticipants can enjoy this offer across Minor Hotels properties untilDecember 15, 2025 – perfect for planning a return visit or a longer SouthAustralian getaway.Where to Stay Based on Your Start Line:How to Claim Your 15% Discount with Minor Hotels Step 1: Visit the Minor Hotels website Step 2: Enter promo code: CITY-BAY during booking Step 3: Choose your preferred Adelaide hotel and confirm your stayIt’s that simple – save 15% and enjoy a relaxing stay before race day!EventHotelDistance to Start LineLocation12km Start(Adelaide CBD)Oaks AdelaideEmbassy Suites5 min drive / 10 minwalkAdelaide CBDOaks AdelaideHorizons Suites5 min drive / 10 minwalkAdelaide CBDAvani AdelaideResidences6 min drive / 22 minwalkAdelaide CBDiStay PrecinctAdelaide5 min drive / 19 minwalkAdelaide CBD21.1km Start &Finish (Glenelg)Oaks GlenelgPlaza Pier Suites1 min walk to start &finishGlenelgOaks GlenelgLiberty Suites1 min walk to start &finishGlenelg40
CITY-BAYMERCHANDISEAfter a sell-out performance in 2024, we’re beyond excited to re-launchour exclusive City-Bay Merchandise collection in 2025, proudly partneredwith Asics. This year’s collection combines style, performance, andquality, giving you the perfect way to celebrate your City-Bay experienceboth on and off the course.Merchandise is available will be available at the bib collection expo andthe post-race village on race day. From premium apparel to must-haveaccessories, each piece has been designed with runners and fans inmind. With Asics, you can expect top-quality, functional gear that looksas good as it performs. But hurry - after last year’s sell-out, we stronglyrecommend getting in early to avoid disappointment. Once it’s gone, it’sgone! 42
AFTER THE RACERESULTSParticipants will receive provisional results shortly after the last personcrosses the finish line. Final results will be available 72 hours after therace on the 25 September 2025. You can view your results here: Results |City-Bay Fun Run.thPHOTOSOur official photographer from Marathon Photos will be capturingmoments throughout the event. Keep an eye out for an email post-raceas these photos will be available for purchase. You can view thesephotos at: Photos | City-Bay Fun Run.CERTIFICATEOnce you complete the course - download your race certificate and turnthat victory into something even more official! This certificate is a well-earned reminder of your hard work and determination. Once you fill inyour time, you’ll have a great keepsake to share, showcase, or frame as asymbol of your achievement for a permanent display of bragging rights!Download your certificate here: Certificate | City-Bay Fun Run.44
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