Wagga 5000 Track Running Festival
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A community track running festival on Wagga Wagga's newly refurbished Bill Jacobs Athletics Track. Runners join one of 11 graded 5000m heats from 2:30pm to 9:00pm, grouped by predicted pace, with a festival atmosphere of food, music and entertainment.
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Saturday 7 November
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5000mStart TBA$55
Entry fees as listed on 29 Oct 2026. Prices often rise after early bird, so check the entry page for today's price.
Quick Facts
- Date
- Saturday, 7 November 2026
- Terrain
- Track
- Location
- Bill Jacobs Athletics Track, Wagga Wagga, NSW
- Entry Fee
- $25 - $45
- Difficulty
- Easy to Moderate (choose your own pace heat)
- Start Time
- Heats from 2:30pm to 9:00pm
- Good for Beginners
- Yes, with slower-paced heats available
Event Details
Course Description
The Wagga 5000 is run entirely on the Bill Jacobs Athletics Track (also known as Bill Jacob Athletics Centre) in Bourkelands, on Wagga Wagga's newly refurbished all-weather surface. Rather than one mass-start race, the event is split into 11 separate 5000m (12.5-lap) heats scheduled from 2:30pm through to around 9:00pm, each targeting a different finish-time band from roughly 45-55 minutes down to sub-17 minutes. Runners choose the heat closest to their goal pace when registering, so each race is run among athletes of similar ability. Being track-based, the course is completely flat with no elevation gain. Around the racing, the event runs as a community festival with local food, entertainment and post-run celebrations, open to first-time runners and experienced athletes alike.
Getting There
The venue is Bill Jacobs Athletics Track, Bourke Street, Bourkelands, on the southern edge of Wagga Wagga. The official event page doesn't publish specific parking or public transport details, so it's worth arriving in good time to find parking near the track and to check in before your heat.
Where to Stay
Places to stay near the start, priced for race weekend.
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Weather & What to Pack
Early November in Wagga Wagga sits in late spring, with race-day temperatures typically ranging from around 12°C overnight down to highs near 25-28°C, and the event running into the cooler evening. Days can be dry and sunny with occasional warm spells, so sun protection is worthwhile for daytime heats and a light layer for the later evening races. Check the forecast closer to the date, as spring weather in the Riverina can shift quickly.
Race details last updated 13 Sep 2026
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Register NowFrequently Asked Questions
Can I choose my own pace group?
Yes. When you register you select the 5km time that best matches your goal, and you're placed into one of 11 graded heats with runners aiming for a similar finish time.
What is the event format?
The Wagga 5000 is run as 11 separate 5000m (12.5-lap) races on the athletics track, scheduled from around 2:30pm to 9:00pm, each targeting a different pace band from roughly 45-55 minutes down to sub-17 minutes.
Is the event suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Wagga 5000 is open to all ages and abilities, with slower pace-group heats early in the schedule making it accessible for first-time 5km runners.
What are the event times?
Racing runs from about 2:30pm to 9:00pm across the 11 graded heats. A detailed heat-by-heat schedule is released one week before the event.
Is there a discounted entry for younger runners?
Yes, there is a reduced entry fee for runners aged 15 and under, alongside the standard adult 5km entry.
parkruns near this race
Free, timed 5km every Saturday morning. A good hit-out between races.
- Wagga parkrun Sat 8:00am · 3.9 km away · Lake Albert
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