Townsville - Run Army

Sun 18 Apr 2027

Hey Townsville, join us at Jezzine Barracks and on The Strand to show your support for frontline service workers

2.4km

Junior Dash

5km

10km

15km

Chief's Challenge

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Join us from anywhere in the world, register to run or walk in March and April to show your support for frontline service workers

Run Townsville

A Townsville run with heart, purpose and a powerful reason to cross the finish line.

Not your usual run

Royal Australian Artillery

Royal Australian Artillery will be on course with two of their M777A2 lightweight towed howitzers

Course Segements

Explore interactive displays from our emergency services and community partners on the day.

Course Partners

Our course partners are there every step of the way, bringing energy, encouragement and practical support.

Event information

Race Pack Collection

TIME	DETAIL	LOCATION
FRIDAY 16 APRIL
10:00am – 2:00pm	Early Race Pack Collection	Lavarack Barracks Gymnasium (ARMY ONLY)
SATURDAY 17 APRIL
10:00am – 3:00pm	Race Pack Collection	Jezzine Park

Event Program

TIME	DETAIL	LOCATION
SUNDAY 19 APRIL
5:00am	Race Village Opens	Jezzine Barracks
6:30am*	Starters Gun Fire – 10km & 15km Chief’s Challenge	Jezzine Barracks
7:05am*	5km Warm Up	Jezzine Barracks
7:30am*	Starters Gun Fire – 5km	Jezzine Barracks
07:50*	2.4km Warm Up	Jezzine Barracks
08:15am	Starters Gun Fire – 2.4km	Jezzine Barracks
09:00am	Presentations & Formalities	Jezzine Barracks

*Subject to change pending final approval from stakeholders.

Age Categories & Prizes

Run Army is all about participation, achievement, and challenging yourself. However, we also recognise outstanding performances across several event categories.

On event day, the Run Army Shield will be awarded to the overall first-place male and female in the 10km Run. Podium medals will also be presented to the overall first, second, and third-place male and female finishers in the 5km, 10km, 15km Chief’s Challenge, and Wheelchair events.

Participants in the 2.4km event will receive a finisher medal and have access to timed results, although podium medals will not be awarded for this distance.

Online results will include age category rankings, allowing participants in the 5km and 10km events to compare their performance against others in their age group and see how they stack up.

5/10km

U8, 8-10, 11-14, 15-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+

Results

Your official result will be available for viewing as the race unfolds with live tracking of your progress on course. Your race number includes a special timing chip that will record your personal finish time. Overall finish line positions and times will be calculated on gun finish time for overall winners and personal chip finish time for all age category placings.

FAQs

What distances are available?

2.4km, 5km, 10km and 15km Chief’s Challenge

What is included in my entry?

Limited Edition Run Army T-shirt
Limited Edition Finisher’s Medal
Fundraising Page Setup plus a $5 donation
Recovery drinks and fruit plus on-course aid stations
Sponsor Special Offers & Promos
Base insurance

Can I transfer or update my registration?

Please refer to our T&Cs on how to do this

Can I change my shirt size?

Unfortunately not, so please check the size chart before selecting your size

When do entries close?

Entries close 1 week before the event or when we reach capacity, which can be earlier so don’t leave it too late!

Can children participate?

Yes, and those under 9 years are to be supported by an adult

Are prams permitted?

Yes, and these should start towards the back of the marshalling group for safety

Are wheelchairs welcome?

Yes, we require you to tell us before the event so we can assist you

Can I bring a support person?

Yes by prior arrangement there is no entry fee

Can I bring my dog?

Dogs are permitted as long as they are on a short leash, well socialised, and accustomed to loud noises. It is requested that participants with dogs start towards the back of the marshalling and are to ensure they clean up after their dog

Is food available?

There are some vendors in the race village, and some cafes in and around the venue.

Where can I find my lost child?

See any of our staff for assistance, and head towards the red medical tent next to the finish line

Where is the event located?

Jezzine Barracks, Howitt Street (Kissing Point Headland), North Ward

Where is the start line and marshalling?

On Mitchell Street near Army Museum, set into distances, and then into runner average speeds

What time does my event start?

Please refer to the program in our athlete guide

Where do I collect my race pack?

Friday at Jezzine Barricks (Army personnel only) and Saturday Jezzine Parkland Mitchell St. Please refer to the options in our athlete guide for further info and times

Is there bag drop available?

Yes, Sunday morning early, see the map in our athlete guide

Where can spectators watch?

Anywhere along the course or at the start and finish lines

How do I travel to Jezzine Barracks on race day?

Park outside the course, or walk in with friends

Is there parking available?

There is no parking available on the course site or in the venue

What happens if it rains?

The run continues, unless postponed due to extreme conditions in which case all participants will be notified

Where are the toilets?

Please refer to our athlete guide for key locations near Kissing Pt and on Isely St, and allow extra time as there are usually queues

Event details

Date:

Sun 18 Apr 2027

Cost:

Super Early Bird Price

Ends 30 Sep

2.4km

JD

$35

5km

$55

10km

$65

15km

CC

$75

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MORE THAN JUST A RUN

ARMY | POLICE | AMBULANCE | FIRE | SES | SURF LIFESAVING | MARINE RESCUE

Legacy, Queensland Police Legacy, Queensland Fire Legacy Inc, Queensland Ambulance Service Legacy, Queensland SES Gift Fund, Queensland Surf Lifesaving Foundation and Marine Rescue Queensland are the beneficiaries of funds raised from Brisbane’s Run Army event.