Geek Run 2026

EVENT DESCRIPTION:
May the Fourth Be With You!

May the 4th is one of the most internationally recognised holidays around the world. Not just a celebration of Star Wars, it celebrates Sci-Fi, and, perhaps more importantly, the inner geek in all of us. So, whether you’re of the Star Wars/Star Trek/Firefly debate or simply love all things geek, the Geek Run is for you!

Walkers accepted. The cut-off is midnight.

COURSE DESCRIPTION & MAP:

The Geek Run uses a course in the City of Norwood, Payneham, & St Peters. The course is a 5km loop along the river, a quiet scene in shady forestry. All distances less than 5km will do a shortened loop and all distances more than 5km will do multiple loops.

AID STATION:

The Geek Run showcases a course in the City of Norwood, Payneham, & St Peters. The course is a 5km loop along the river, a quiet scene in shady forestry. All distances less than 5km will do a shortened loop and all distances more than 5km will do multiple loops. A bag drop is available at the aid station.

BIB COLLECTION, RACE BRIEFING, & START LOCATION:

Bib collection is exclusively available on the day, starting 30 minutes prior to the wave’s start time. The race briefing will begin promptly 15 minutes prior to each wave’s start time. All participants will be expected to socially distance during the briefing, at the start line, and on course.

EARLY/LATE STARTS:

An early and late start option are available upon request.

CUT-OFF TIME:

All distances will be cut-off at midnight.

MEDAL:

An optional medal is available for $13 to all finishers. Personalised medal inscriptions (with name, messages, and/or finish time) are available for an extra $5-$12 -- $5 for name, $8 for name & personalised message (under 25 characters), and $12 for name & finish time (includes postage).

Sponsors, Supporters, & Not-for-Profits

GoodRunnings proudly supports Women’s Safety Services SA’s NADVS (Northern Adelaide Domestic Violence Services) to help local women and children rise above domestic violence and thrive. $3 from every under-21.1km registration of this event & $5 from every 21.1km & over registration goes towards NADVS.