The Tan 5K 2027
5 kilometres (3.1 miles) · The Tan Track
RunThrough Australia’s next The Tan 5K is on Sunday 11 July 2027 at The Tan Track (Birdwood Ave, Melbourne VIC 3004). The 5K starts at 8:45 AM. Entry is A$48, which includes the booking fee.
The course is chip-timed, every finisher gets the event’s unique medal, free race photos and post-race goodies, and your time is added to your RunThrough Rankings profile. The same morning also has a 10K and Half Marathon, so you can bring someone who wants a different distance.
The Tan is Melbourne's most famous running track: the 3.8-kilometre loop around the Royal Botanic Gardens, with views out over the Yarra River and the city skyline. RunThrough Australia's race starts on Birdwood Avenue beside the Shrine of Remembrance.
RunThrough The Tan 5k, 10k & Half Marathon
Sun, 11 July 2027 · 5K starts 8:45 AM · A$48 incl. booking fee
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