Parklands Trail Running Festival 2026

Parramatta Race Series 2026 - Race 2

12th July 2026

We're excited to announce that Race 2 of the Parramatta Race Series will take place on Sunday, 12 July 2026, at our temporary location of Silverwater Park.

Taking in the beautiful surroundings of the Newington Armory along the Parramatta River between Silverwater Park and the Newington Nature Reserve, choose from a Half Marathon, 10 km, 5 km, or 2 km distance. All courses are flat and run adjacent to the Parramatta River – making it the perfect course for a personal best or marking the first race for beginners.

All event finishers will receive a new 2026 Parramatta Race themed medal, post-race snack, sponsor giveaways, and a finisher certificate.

Saturday Orienteering Series

Castle Hill Showground and Fred Caterson Reserve

Ready to explore Sydney’s parks and urban bushland in a whole new way?

Whether you’re a confident navigator or just curious about giving orienteering a go, the Saturday Orienteering Series is your weekly chance to get outdoors, discover hidden pockets of nature, and build your skills one map at a time.

How you take part is entirely up to you:

• Head out solo and enjoy the challenge of finding the cleanest, smartest route

• Team up with friends for a shared adventure

• Or wander the course with family and make it a relaxed weekend outing

New to orienteering? Perfect. Each event includes clear maps, beginner‑friendly courses, and friendly guidance to help you get started. Just arrive in comfortable activewear and bring a sense of curiosity.

Saturdays become fresh air, gentle (or fast) exploration, and the fun of navigating through parks, reserves, and pockets of urban bushland you may never have noticed before.

Come along, get moving, and discover something new.

Meeting point - near the George Bell Hall and public toilets at Castle Hill Showground, 131Z Showground Rd, Castle Hill NSW 2154 (access is from Doran Drive)

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Start Window: 9:30am to 11am (start any time within this window)

Courses: Warm Up (recommended starting course for beginners), Short Line, Long Line, and Score. If you're not sure which one is best, we can work it out on the day! If you want more, entrants are also welcome to run multiple courses on the day.

SPORTident timing is used for all courses. If you do not own a SPORTident card, please hire one when entering.

Normal entry fees:

Adults - $18 (members -15%)

School Students - $15 (members -15%)

(a $2 late fee applies if entering after midday on Thursday before the event)

Timing card hire - $4 per entrant

Prices include GST and merchant fees.

Orienteering club members can claim the member discount through the use of the promo code "ONSW" at the checkout.

Let's join our Mr Bean 35th Anniversary Chase the Teddy Run powered by JomRun® - Australia!

Runner's entitlements:

5KM Fun Run

1. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run 5KM Event Jersey

2. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run 5KM Medal (strictly for finishers only)

3. 5KM Race bib (without timing chip)

4. E-certificate

5. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run Microfiber Towel

6. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run Drawstring Bag

10KM Fun Run

1. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run 10KM Event Jersey

2. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run 10KM Medal (strictly for finishers only)

3. 10KM Race bib (without timing chip)

4. E-certificate

5. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run Microfiber Towel

6. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run Drawstring Bag

You can also add-on Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run merchandise:

1. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run Water Bottle (+$20)

2. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run Tote Bag (+$30)

3. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run Special Jersey 1 (+$60)

4. Official Mr Bean 35th Chase the Teddy Run Special Jersey 2 (+$60)

• Date: Sunday 13th September 2026 * Location: Sydney Olympic Park * Who: For everyone of all ages and abilities * Events: Half Marathon, 10km, Family Fun Run. EVENT DAY INFORMATION 6:20am Half Marathon, Elite Wheelchair 6:25am Half Marathon, Elite & Wave A (>90mins) 6:55am Half Marathon, Wave B, Wave C, Wave D (90-210mins)* 8:45am 10km 9:30am Family Fun Run *A Course Cut off time of 3:30 (average 10 mins per km) will be enforced. Further, participants who do not reach 14km in 2:20 will be unable to continue --- ​ARRIVAL TIME: Already have your bib? Arrive at least 30 mins before your start Need to collect your bib? Arrive at least 1 hour before your start --- 🚗 PARKING: Recommended: P1 Car Park(short walk to the start outside Accor Stadium, corner of Edwin Flack & Dawn Fraser Ave). You can receive 4 hours free parking if parking ticket is validated post-race and before 2pm. ​ Why Run Sydney Half ? Stay and Play Plenty of things to See and Do at Sydney Olympic Park! Unique Finish Line

Experience Finish on the Finish line of the Australia's Premier Athletics facility The Course Race around the home of the 2000 Olympics with an AIMS certified Half Marathon course. Finisher Medal Every athlete who crosses the line will get a medal at the end. Event Information AIMS Certified Half Marathon & 10km Courses Event Day Information