2k Kids’ Dash
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2K KIDS' DASH
Feel the thunder! The kids course is an easy, flat and traffic free two-lap course around the lower lake at Albany Lakes and the wide footpaths of Civic Cres and Don McKinnon Drive. The kids get their own dedicated start line on the lower lake before hitting the two loops. The course is well marshalled and a leader will go ahead of the kids on the a bike to show them the way.
Kids ... remember to KEEP LEFT at all times on this course! And what do you get when you make it back to that finish line? That's right ... you're awesome finisher medal!
Parents - remember that you are most welcome to accompany your child on the course - but please start at the back of the field and take care not to impede the faster kids who are racing for placing :)
RACE DISTANCE
2 km
START TIME
09:30 am
TIME LIMIT
30 mins
AGE LIMIT
3-10 yrs
Age on Race Day
The Course
The 2k kids dash course at Run Albany is almost entirely flat with just a short slope out the park which will be packed with cheering supporters. As they return to the park, kids on their first lap will be directed back around the lower lake to complete their second lap. Those on their second lap will be sent up to the Art Bridge to head in to the finish. The entire course is within the park or on wide footpaths.
Important! Parents, if you have any doubts as to your child's ability to keep themselves safe during the race, you must accompany them.
Race Info at a Glance
The Basics |
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| Race | 2K RUN |
| Race Distance | 2km |
| Event Date | Sunday, March 16th, 2025 |
| Start Time | 9:30am |
| Time Limit | 30 Minutes |
| Awards Ceremony | 10:00am (approx 30 mins duration) |
| Age Limit | Open to kids aged 3 to 10 years on race day. |
| Tickets & Fees | See the enter page |
| Number Collection | NSRS Series Pass entrants registered more than four weeks out from the event will receive all four race numbers by courier one week prior to the first event. All other entrants must collect their race number at the Event Venue from 2-4pm on Saturday (the day before the event) or from 6:30am on race morning. |
| Race Rules | See our general Competition Rules here. |
Event Base |
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| Location | Navy Sports Fields, Ngataringa Bay, Devonport [click for google pin to start line] |
| Access & Parking | Please follow the advice on our Traffic & Parking page for how to reach the venue and where to park. For a full map of the event venue, see the dedicated Event HQ page. |
| Refuelling Station | All race finishers will receive a can of SUPA sport drink and a banana/snack when they cross the line. Water will be available from the Refuelling station outside of the finish chute. |
| Toilets | A large number of dedicated event portaloos will be located near the Start Line and additional facilities *may* be provided inside Westfield Albany shopping mall, which is directly opposite the event venue. |
On Course |
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| Course Map | See Course Maps & Descriptions |
| Directions | Look out for our directional arrows at all turns and intersections. These will either be a white arrow on a blue circle or - for more detailed instructions - a yellow sandwich board setup on the road. Marshals are also present at all changes of direction. |
| Pedestrians & Dogs | Please be respectful of the public where you are sharing the footpath. We kindly ask that you leave your furry friends at home as dogs are not permitted on the Navy sports field. Thank you for your understanding! |
| Toilets | There are no public toilets or portaloos available on course. |
Awards & Results |
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| Results | 2025 results will be here and updated live throughout the event. Scan the QR code on your race number to be taken directly to your personal result page. |
| Scoring | In the spirit of athletic competition, awards will be given based on positions across the finish line (a.k.a. "gun time"). However, online results will show - and be ranked upon - the actual time taken between start and finish line (a.k.a. "net time"). |
| Merit Awards | Trophies will be awarded as follows: > Top Boy & Top Girl / Aged 7 & Under > Top Boy & Top Girl / Aged 8 & Over |
| Participation Awards | All finishers receive the 2025 Harcourts Cooper & Co Run Albany finisher medal. |
| Competitive Walkers | Not applicable. |
| Virtual Event | Couldn't make it to the event on race day? You can still record a finish time, earn yourself a finisher medal by completing the event virtually. Carefully read and adhere to the instructions on our dedicated Virtual Events page. |
Safety |
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| On Course | You must always remain fully aware of your surroundings and look out for uneven surfaces, obstacles or vehicles. Even where the road is closed, we cannot guarantee it will be traffic-free. Only proceed where you are satisfied it is safe to do so. |
| Medics | Medical services will be provide by First Aid NZ. In the case of an emergency, marshals or race crew will contact the on-site medical team in the first instance and - should there be any delay - dial 111. Important! In certain circumstances, on-site medicals may be able to respond to an emergency faster than 111. |
| Marshals | Please obey the marshals where they are acting for your safety. Marshals can make emergency calls on your behalf or contact event medical staff. |