13.5KM Classic - SOLD OUT
SUNDAY 14 SEPTEMBER 2025
ABOUT THE 13.5KM Classic
Prepare to witness a fierce showdown as up to 2,500 participants take on the challenge of a lifetime, racing against two colossal steam locomotives from Belgrave to Emerald in the heart-pounding 13.5 km 'Classic' Run.
Steeped in history, the 13.5km Classic route is THE iconic running challenge against the power and speed of TWO steam locomotives from Belgrave to Emerald Lake Park.
The rolling hills will challenge you throughout the beautiful Dandenong Ranges with the course now comprising a mix of sealed asphalt roads and gravel walking tracks.
There are a total of six rail crossings along the route and competitors MUST give way to Puffing Billy under instruction from race officials.
The course - combined with the sounds and steam of the two competing race trains and the railway crossings - provide one of the most challenging spectacular fun run locations in Australia.
RACE DETAILS
Race date: Sunday 14 September 2025.
Race start: Intersection of Bayview Rd and Belgave-Gembrook Road, Belgrave VIC 3160.
Race finish location: Emerald Lake Park, Emerald Lake Rd, Emerald VIC 3782.
(Please note that parking at the finish line is extremely, extremely limited. Coach and train transport is recommended to return)
Rail Crossings: SIX (Athletes MUST stop for trains).
Medals: ALL finishers will receive a medal at the finish line.
Age requirements: Participants must be 16 years or older on event day.
WAVE Start times:
- WAVE 1: 8:45am
- WAVE 2: 8:50am
- WAVE 3: 8:55am
- WAVE 4: 9:00am
WAVE 1: 8:45am – ELITE
Fastest 25% of entrants based on their estimated 13.5km Finish time.
WAVE 2: 8:50am – MID PACK A
Second fastest 25% of entrants based on their estimated 13.5km Finish time.
WAVE 3: 8:55am – MID PACK B
Third fastest 25% of entrants based on their estimated 13.5km Finish time.
WAVE 4: 9:00am – BACK OF PACK
Fourth fastest 25% of entrants based on their estimated 13.5km Finish time.
Wave start times are designated through the registration based on the entrant's expected finisher time.
You MUST start in your designated START WAVE on the day for the safety and enjoyment of all participants.
RACE BIB INFORMATION
We will be using a disposable chip system that is stuck to the back of your race number or bib.
BIB COLOURS
- 1.2km Kids Dash: PINK bibs
- 5km Family Fun Run: ORANGE bibs
- 13.5km Classic: GREEN bibs
BIB POSTAGE / COLLECTION
13.5km Classic Race Bibs:
- Race Bibs for 13.5km Classic entrants who entered prior to 31st of July will be lodged with Australia Post on Friday 29th of August 2025 and are expected to reach those athletes well before the event.
- If you do not receive your bib by post prior to the event, simply come to bib collection during the following time/s and we will allocate you a new one on the spot.
- Replacement Race Bibs will be available for collection on Sunday 14 September 2025 morning from 6:30am from the Belgrave CFA in Bayview Road in Belgrave (right next to the start line for the 13.5km Classic).
- Please note due to parking constraints there is to be NO bib collection for the 13.5km Classic on the Saturday.
- Please note that race bibs WILL NOT be posted internationally / overseas. Overseas entrants must collect their bib from the event during the below times.
WATER STATIONS & CUT OFF TIMES
Course Cut Off Time is 2 hours from the start of the final wave (11:00am)
This is based on an average pace of 8:00 min/km.
Designated course timing / cut-off points have been implemented to minimise the disruption to local traffic. Runners will be required to reach these points within the time limit to continue in the race.
Please note: A Race Official will inform runners at these points if they have not made the cut-off time. Runners will need to move to the footpath to complete the event on their own.
| WATER STATIONS | DISTANCE | CUT OFF TIME |
|---|---|---|
| Selby-Aura Rd | 4km | n/a |
| Menzies Creek CFA Station | 6.7km | 9:55am |
| Emerald Station | 10.1km | 10:20am |
| FINISH - Emerald Lake Park | 13.5km | 11:00am |
ENTRY FEES
| TICKET TYPE | ADULT (16+) |
|---|---|
| EARLY BIRD (until midnight June 30th 2025) | $85.00 |
| REGULAR (until midnight August 31st 2025) | $105.00 |
| LAST MINUTE & ON THE DAY (Sunday 14th September 2025 until 1 hr prior to race start) | $125.00 |
EARLY BIRD pricing for the 13.5km Classic includes:
- FREE Personalised name on race bib
- FREE Race Bib Postage pre-event
All entries in the 13.5km Classic includes:
- FREE return shuttle bus travel from the finish line in Emerald back to the startline in Belgrave post-race.
Course Map
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Getting there and getting home
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