Sydney Marathon
Sydney, Australia
The newest World Marathon Major, the Sydney Marathon takes runners past the Opera House, over the Harbour Bridge, and through iconic harbour-side neighbourhoods — a spectacular setting for an increasingly competitive race.
Race profile
Date
Late August / Early September
Course type
Loop
Elevation
Moderate
Established
2001
Typical race-day weather
Spring weather — generally pleasant with some humidity
Warm conditions can significantly affect marathon performance. Use the Heat Adjusted Pace calculator to adjust your target pace on warmer race days.
How to enter
Ballot entry
Open entry with registration
Pace planning for Sydney Marathon
Tools to help you race smart
Race Time Predictor
Estimate your marathon finish time
Pace Calculator
Convert pace, speed, distance and time
Pace Band Generator
Print a split-by-split pace band
Negative Split Calculator
Plan a faster second half
GAP Calculator
Adjust effort for hills
Heat Adjusted Pace
Correct target pace for warm conditions
Sydney Marathon — common questions
Is the Sydney Marathon a fast course?
The Sydney Marathon is moderate — it is a loop course. Typical race-day temperatures range from 12°C to 22°C. Spring weather — generally pleasant with some humidity.
When is the Sydney Marathon?
The Sydney Marathon is typically held in September. The usual date is the Late August / Early September.
How do I enter the Sydney Marathon?
Open entry with registration
How do I pace myself at the Sydney Marathon?
Use the RunReps Race Time Predictor to estimate your finish time based on a recent race result, then the Pace Band Generator to create split-by-kilometre targets. Given the hilly profile, the Hill Grade Adjusted Pace calculator helps you plan by effort rather than pace on the climbs.