Where can I buy Event Day Photos?
The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon will be captured by official photography partners, Marathon Photos. Videos and photos of finishers will be available online for viewing and ordering 2-3 days after event day.
To make sure you are captured in the event make sure your bib number is clearly visible – and always remember to smile!
What happens if I have lost my race bib?
If you have lost your race bib or damaged your timing chip you can buy a replacement from Race Bib Collection for $20.
What happens if I start in the wrong group?
Your race bib number, including your timing bib tag, is assigned to a particular start group as selected during registration. Your bib tag will be activated as you cross the starting mats. If you begin the race prior to your designated start group time, you will NOT receive an official time and you will be disqualified.
Where can I leave my gear?
A gear drop service will be available on race day, please see below for further details regarding this service. See-through bags can be collected at the Expo if you wish to pre-pack your gear prior to event day, this is a bag pick up. Please see below for Relay gear drop information.
Hyde Park North
From 5:45am – 11:00am
How Does Gear Drop Work
You will be given a see-through bag at the gear drop area
Write your bib number on the outside of the bag with the markers provided
Only individual items may be placed within the bag, such as a change of clothes, lightweight jacket, water bottle, post-race snacks
No personal bags of any description (backpacks, purses, handbags) will be accepted
Show your bib when leaving your bag with the gear drop volunteers
After your run you will be asked again to show your bib to collect your bag
Do not leave any valuables such as wallets, keys or phones with the gear drop service. Event staff will take care of your belongings, but no responsibility will be taken for lost or damaged items.
Clothing and bags left anywhere but at the gear drop location will NOT be available for collection upon finishing the race.
Relay Gear Information
A designated gear holding area will be available at relay transition for Runner 2 to drop their gear until Runner 1 arrives. Please note, gear will not be returned to the finish from this transition point.
Alternatively Runner 2 can give their belongings to Runner 1 for them to drop at the Gear Drop/Collection point prior to race start. Runner 2 can then collect it from the Gear Drop/Collection point upon completion of the race.
Join Our Green Initiative
To reduce the amount of single use cups used during the weekend, we encourage participants to bring your own water bottle. You can top up in the start area, on course at our drink stations and in the finish area. Participants can still grab, rehydrate and drop our recyclable, disposable cups along the course too.
Race Bib Collection
All participants can collect their race bib from The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon Expo. Please be sure to bring a copy of your eTicket or SMS on your mobile device to make the process as quick as possible.
If you are for any reason unable to attend, a friend or family member can collect your bib on your behalf.
Expo Details
The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon Expo is where runners can collect their race bib. Admission is free, and all participants, friends, family and sporting enthusiasts are encouraged to visit.
The Expo is the place to go for all your race day preparations. Featuring the latest products, special offers, free samples, giveaways and competitions and the full range of event merchandise. Our dedicated experts will be on hand to answer all your questions.
How to Access the Expo
Located at the Town Hall in Sydney's George Street, it is easily accessible by public transport, including light rail, bus, ferry and train. Buses and trains travel direct to Sydney Town Hall. There is limited street parking in the CBD. Patrons should use the Car parking available at a number of parking stations close by. The two car parks nearest to Sydney Town Hall are QVB Parking, and St Andrews Parking.
Public transportation is the preferred option.