What to Expect at Certified Race 001

Get ready for an early start, a fast 5km challenge and plenty of race-day energy.

An officially certified 5km course

Certified Race 001 features a three-lap, 5km course that has been officially measured and AIMS certified, giving runners a verified race distance to test their training.

Two race waves

The event features two separate race starts, with the Blue Wave kicking off at 6am, followed by the Red Wave at 6:45am. Check your registration information for your allocated wave and arrival instructions.

Race-day atmosphere

From the anticipation at the start line to the final push towards the finish, expect a morning centred on running, personal goals and sharing the experience with Sydney’s running community.

Podium presentation

Stick around after the racing for the official podium presentation at 7:15am, before the event wraps up at 8am.

Make a morning of it at EQ

Once you’ve crossed the finish line, there’s plenty more to enjoy across The Entertainment Quarter. Grab a coffee, catch up with your running crew or settle in for a well-earned breakfast.

Meet the Team Behind Certified

Certified is the team bringing this new 5km race series to Sydney, starting with Race 001 at The Entertainment Quarter.

With more races already planned for December and January, the team is building a regular calendar of running events for Sydney’s growing running community.

Follow the team on Instagram at @run.certified for race announcements, training updates and the latest information ahead of Race 001.

Event Details and Race Schedule

Date: Sunday 15 November 2026

Location: The Entertainment Quarter, 122 Lang Road, Moore Park NSW 2021

Distance: 5km, three-lap officially measured and AIMS-certified course

Race schedule:

• 5:00am – Arrival and registration
• 6:00am – Blue Wave race start
• 6:45am – Red Wave race start
• 7:15am – Podium presentation
• 8:00am – Event concludes

For course information, race registration and updates, visit the official Certified Race 001 website.

Food, Coffee and More at The Entertainment Quarter

A good run deserves a good feed!

Once the racing is done, why not make the most of your morning at The Entertainment Quarter?

Whether you’re after a post-run coffee, a relaxed breakfast with your running mates or something more substantial to celebrate your efforts, EQ has a great range of cafes, restaurants and dining options to choose from.

Catch up with friends, refuel after your 5km or stick around and enjoy the precinct. With plenty of entertainment, shopping and activities on offer, there’s no need to rush home after crossing the finish line.

Explore all the food and drink options at The Entertainment Quarter.

Individual venue opening hours may vary, particularly for early morning events.

Getting to Certified 5KM at The Entertainment Quarter

Located in the heart of Moore Park, The Entertainment Quarter is easy to reach by car, public transport, bicycle or on foot.

Driving and Parking

Driving to Certified Race 001? The Entertainment Quarter has a multi-storey car park with 2,000 parking spaces, accessible via the main entrance on Lang Road, Moore Park.

The car park is open daily from 6am to 2am, with a maximum vehicle height clearance of 2.1 metres.

Please note that standard parking access begins at 6am, while Certified registration opens at 5am. Runners arriving before 6am should arrange alternative transport or confirm any special event-day parking arrangements with the organisers.

Parking fees may vary depending on other major events taking place in the Moore Park precinct.

For current rates and information, visit Parking at The Entertainment Quarter.

Public Transport

The Entertainment Quarter is a short walk from the Moore Park Light Rail stop, serviced by the L2 Randwick and L3 Kingsford lines.

There are also several bus routes servicing Moore Park and the surrounding area.

As this is an early morning event, check public transport operating times before race day to make sure you arrive in time for registration and your race start.

Plan your trip at Transport for NSW.

Walking and Cycling

Coming from nearby? EQ is easily accessible on foot or by bicycle, with bike parking available near the precinct entrance on Lang Road.

Taxi and Rideshare

For those arriving by taxi or rideshare, Errol Flynn Boulevard is the usual pick-up and drop-off location at The Entertainment Quarter. Please check for any event-day access changes.

Ready to Get Certified?

The first race is coming to The Entertainment Quarter this November.

Set your goal, get your training underway and join Sydney’s running community for Certified Race 001.

Sunday 15 November 2026. 5KM. The Entertainment Quarter.

REGISTER NOW – CERTIFIED RACE 001

Follow @run.certified and @entertainmentquarter for updates.