Half Marathon
Run before the sun in the Half Marathon (21.0975km) at 6:15am on Saturday 5 July. Enjoy the good times on our world-standard course while soaking up the beautiful broadwater on your return journey from Southport to Paradise Point.
Enjoy scenic sunrise views over the water as you run through Labrador to Runaway Bay before being championed to the finish chute located adjacent to the broadwater in Southport.
Race Information
| Distance | 21.0975km |
| Date | Saturday 5 July 2025 |
| Entries close | Friday 4 July 2025 (8:00pm AEST) |
| Recommended arrival time | 5:15am |
| Start time | 6:15am |
| Minimum age | 15 |
| Fee | $155 (Tier 1 until allocation exhausted) / $170 (Tier 2 until sold out) |
| Cut off time | 3 hours 20 minutes (Policies & etiquette) |
| Age Categories | 15-17, 18-20, 21-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95-99, 100+ |
| Race Records | Male: 1:01:16 (Benson Masya, 1992) |
| Female: 1:06:39 (Keira D’Amato, 2023) |
Save the Date – 5 July 2025
Run before the sun and achieve a personal best time on Australia’s flattest and fastest course from Runaway Bay to Miami. Save the Date – Saturday 5 July 2025
Training Resources
Whether you are a beginner or a full-time runner, we have plenty of resources to help you arrive on the Half Marathon start line in top shape including training programs, expert advice and nutrition tips.
Course Map
The Half Marathon is famous for its flat and fast course located alongside the city’s broadwater. 2025 Course coming soon.
Getting to the Start Line
Whether you drive and park, catch a bus or tram, get dropped off or walk if you are staying close by, it’s important to plan how you’ll get to and from the race precinct. Please ensure you arrive at least one hour before your race.
Start Zones
Ensure you assemble in your start zone as indicated by the letter printed on your race number. Please be aware that anyone found deliberately running out of their designated start zone may be disqualified without a race result. If you would like to update your Start Zone, please visit the Update my Entry portal prior to collection of your race number.
Past Results
See if you achieved a personal best or how you fared against others with our results featuring split times. You can also print off your finisher certificate and share your result socially. Past results are available from 2006 – 2024.
Race Precinct
The Race Precinct is located at the Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade in Southport. It is where the start and finish lines are located and is the centre of all the action and atmosphere on race weekend.
Policies & Etiquette
Before racing in the Half Marathon it’s important you read and understand the cut off policy, race policy, race etiquette and weather policy. These policies are to ensure the safety of all participants over race weekend.
Aid Stations and Medical
Familiarise yourself with the 8 water and refreshment stations on the ASICS Half Marathon course. FIXX Nutrition endurance drink mix Fuel X and water will be available.
Finisher Rewards
Celebrate your ASICS Half Marathon achievement by collecting your finisher shirt and medal in the Recovery Area and download your finisher certificate after the event.
Purchase your iTab
An iTaB is a personalised medal insert, engraved with your name and net time that fits neatly in to the back of your finishers’ medal. Purchase one with your registration or after your event.
Gold Coast Double 63.3km
Compete in the Half Marathon on Saturday and the ASICS Gold Coast Marathon on Sunday and celebrate your awesome achievement of endurance with an extra medal. Gold Coast Double 63.3km participants can collect their extra medal at the collection tent next to the big screen on the event lawn.
Spectators
Be a part of the buzz and excitement of Australia’s favourite marathon by lining the Gold Coast streets from Labrador to Main Beach and encourage thousands of runners to 21km glory.
ASICS Sport & Leisure Expo
The ASICS Sport & Leisure Expo is Australia’s largest running exhibition featuring a huge ASICS pop-up store with official merchandise, sports & leisure exhibitors, sponsor stands and photo opportunities. Collect your Race Number and secure some great deals!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have a question about the ASICS Half Marathon? Before contacting us directly, we suggest viewing our FAQ as we may already have the answer to your enquiry.
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