If you’re one of the 90,000 runners taking part in the 2025 Voltaren City2Surf on Sunday 10 August, the City2Surf team have some tips to help you make the most of this iconic Sydney event.

This year marks the 55^th running of the world’s largest fun run, and there are lots of ways to celebrate along the 14km course between the Sydney CBD and Bondi Beach.

Ready, set…GO!

Start Strong:

• Slop on some sunscreen before you leave home.
• Plan your start. Take advantage of runners’ included public transport, know where your group’s start area is and, if you’re meeting friends, have an agreed meeting place to gather early ahead of your start time. All the transport information you need for a smooth event day is available here: https://city2surf.com.au/get-ready/transport-services/
• Enjoy the pre-start vibe with the start line DJ pumping up your Sunday morning.

Insta-Moments On Course:

• Capture a POV like no other as you run with thousands of others down William Street and through the tunnel.
• It’s Story-time as you run around the curve of Rose Bay with superyachts on the water and seaplanes taking off.
• Snap some selfies on AIA Heartbreak Hill while you take some deep breaths - it may be one of the hardest parts of the course but it’s also one of the most scenic with views across the eastern side of Sydney Harbour to the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
• Coasting down to the finish line as the ocean appears and the sand stretches ahead of you makes a great Reel with some trending music later.

Run, Walk, Dance:

• Stay hydrated and race strong! There are six drink stations and six toilet stops along the course so keep the fluids up as you make your way towards Bondi Beach
• There are 25 entertainment and music activations along the course, so take a little break to shake your groove thing - mixing things up along the way feeds motivation.
• Arrange for your support group to be at one (or more!) of these locations so you can see them and soak up some shared energy.

Have Fun With City2Surf Partners:

• Red Bull Flying Sprint - A high-energy 1km sprint section. Fastest Strava times win bragging rights and the Red Bull glory.
• AIA Heartbreak Hill Challenge - Every hour, the fastest male and female up the iconic Heartbreak Hill will score a $50 Rebel Sport voucher.
• Rebel Motivation Station - Personalised motivational quotes displayed on the big screen to inspire runners as they power through.

Smile and Celebrate:

• There are photographers waiting to capture every runner at the Bondi Beach finish line so make the most of your achievement with a big smile or a celebratory jump. 
• Collect your Finisher’s Medal and snap a selfie on the sand of Bondi Beach - this is your moment to shine! 
• Keep on moving! Once you cross that finish line keep moving through to help everyone have a smooth and safe experience, and make your way into the Event Village where the fun continues and you’ll find great selfie spots!
• The Event Village is the place to be - make sure you hydrate with plenty of fluids while enjoying the Voltaren Recovery Stations, chill out zones supported by Red Bull, Rebel, AIA, GWM, AirAsia and Peloton, with Adidas set to create an iconic photo moment overlooking Bondi Beach.
• Get in the water, but always between the flags.

Embrace The Experience:

• Talk to your fellow runners.
• Congratulate those in crazy costumes.
• Thank the volunteers.
• Donate to someone else’s fundraising page – we’re aiming to raise more than $5m this year!
• Run or walk with someone who needs a little boost.
• Take that group photo for the people next to you.
• Run with the kids.
• Take the high-fives from bystanders.
• Make memories.
• Tag #City2Surf #LetsRunSydney

While the event has now sold out, you can still support those running by making donations to their chosen charity through the fundraising section of the City2Surf website.

For more on the City2Surf visit https://city2surf.com.au/