Question 1

Is there an entry fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Registration fees help make the Westleigh Fun Run possible, and entries are limited.

Your entry fee covers essential event costs such as road closures, professional timing, race bibs, safety measures, and other logistics that ensure a fun and safe day for everyone. Your entry also includes a finishers medal to commemorate your achievement.

Early Bird pricing is available AND group discounts apply.

We strongly recommend registering in advance as we are expecting to sell out.

Question 2

Can I accompany my child in the 2km?

Accepted Answer

Yes, however all participants MUST register and have a bib to be able to participate.  This is a safety requirement.

An automatic discount of 10% is added to registrations with 4-5 participants, and 15% for 6+, so gather your friends and family and sign up together.

Question 3

Can I run the 5k or 10k AND the 2k?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the timetable is designed to enable you to do both events, however you MUST purchase entries for both distances. This is a safety requirements as there are limited entries for each distance.

Question 4

Is there a group discount?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Enter as a family or friendship group to save.  10% discount is automatically applied when you register for 4 or 5 people at the same time, and 15% discount is automatically applied when you register 6+ people at the same time.  Registrations must be completed in one transaction in Race Roster for discounts to apply.

Question 5

Can I enter on the day?

Accepted Answer

We are expecting a sell out event, so we strongly recommend not waiting to enter to avoid disappointment.
If places remain available you can register on the morning of the event.

Question 6

What is the minimum age?

Accepted Answer

There is no minimum age for the family dash.  It is recommended children 7 and under are accompanied by a guardian.

The minimum age for the 5km is 7 years old on race day.

The minimum age for the 10km is 14 years old on race day.

Question 7

Is there a time cut off?

Accepted Answer

There are no time cut offs for the 2km or 5km events and walkers are very welcome.

There is a 2 hour 15 cut off for the 10km. Any participants who reach the half way point after 1 hour will be directed to the finish line and considered DNF.

Cut offs are required to ensure the roads can be reopened on time. We thank you for your understanding.

Question 8

Can I run/walk with a pram?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can run or walk with a pram. We ask that you place yourself to the back of the start chute to ensure everyone around you remains safe from the potential trip hazzard.

Question 9

Can I run/walk with a dog?

Accepted Answer

No, we love your dogs, but for the safety of all participants we will not be allowing animals in this event.

Question 10

When can I collect my bib?

Accepted Answer

There will be no bib postage for this event.

Bibs can be collected from Westleigh Village Shops on Saturday 14th November from 1pm-5pm or Sunday 15th November from 7am-9am.

Question 11

How do I get to the event?

Accepted Answer

There is no public transport access for this event, so participants are encouraged to walk or cycle where possible, or park in the surrounding streets.

We ask that you car-share where possible and park respectfully of our residents.

There is NO car parking available in the shopping center car parks. Please leave these spaces for patrons of the shops who have given up their suburb for the morning.

Question 12

Can I leave bags/valuables at the start line?

Accepted Answer

A bag drop will be available at the start line.  Whilst this will be in a secure location, we cannot take responsibility for your items and we encourage you to leave valuables behind.

Question 13

Will there be water on course?

Accepted Answer

There will be a drink station at 3km on the 5km course.

There will be a drink station at 3km, 5km and 8km of the 10km course.

There will be no drink station on the 2km course.

There will be a drink station at the finish line.

Question 14

How can I volunteer?

Accepted Answer

We would love your help to make this event a great success.  Volunteer roles include helping with bib pick up, course marshalling, and finish line support.

Please visit the volunteer page and complete your details and we will be in touch nearer the time.

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