EVENT OPTIONS
RACE AT A GLANCE
DISTANCE
5.5km
EVENT OPTIONS
Run
DATE
17 July 2027
LOCATION
Fairlie Village Green
TERRAIN
Gravel, farmland & road
KEY FEATURES
Scenic views, farmland & fun for all ages
PRICING
5.5KM START TIME
EARLY BIRD PRICING
(Until 31 December 2026)
$35
STANDARD PRICING
(From 1 January 2027)
$40
11.15am
Runners and walkers
Race briefing: 10.05am
5.5km starts on Talbot Road. Participants will meet at the Village Green at 11.05am and walk together to the start line for a gun start.
VIEW THE 2027 RACE RULES
Take in wide-open Mackenzie landscapes with snow-capped mountains stretching across the horizon.
EPIC SCENERY
THROUGH THE FARMLAND
A straightforward route through open farmland and along Talbot Road, with classic Mackenzie country all around you.
A welcoming course for beginners, families and anyone looking for a rewarding, shorter challenge.
FUN AND ACCESSIBLE
FINISH IN FAIRLIE
Cross the line at the Village Green for a warm welcome, great food, music and community celebrations.
THE COURSE
Starting down Talbot Road with a gun start and finishing at the Fairlie Village Green, the course follows road and farm tracks through open farmland with spectacular views in every direction.
5.5km of gravel roads and farm tracks
Approx. elevation gain - 30m
Total elevation gain - 70m
The course crosses private property and is only accessible on race day.
EXPLORE THE COURSE IN DETAIL
AID STATIONS
You'll pass 1 aid station during the race.
KM 5
KM 6.5
Fixx Fuel X, Water, Fruit cake, Shortbread
Fixx Fuel X, Water, Fruit cake, Shortbread
Toilets available at the start/finish and at selected aid stations as seen on map
YOUR ENTRY INCLUDES
Professional timing
Race bib and on-course support
Aid stations and first aid
Finisher medal
Finish line refreshment
Eligibility for spot prizes at finish line
PREFER TO WALK?
You’re welcome to! The 5.5km is officially a running event, but walkers can still enjoy the course at their own pace. Prizes are awarded to the first three male and female runners across the line.
PREPARE FOR A MACKENZIE WINTER
Comfortable running shoes
Warm
layers
Hat and
gloves
Light waterproof jacket
Conditions can be cold and change quickly so come prepared for the winter conditions
PRIZES, MEDALS & TIMING
Overall prizes for the first 3 males and females
Age group awards for males and
females
Finisher medal
for every
participant
Spot prizes at end
of race.
All results are based off official chip time from your gun start.