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Running · 5Ks
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K 2027
- Race day
- Sunday, 7 March 2027
- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Distance
- 3.11 mi / 5.0 km
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K: 7 March 2027, from South Bank to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane. Entry, route and a pace chart.
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K Race Timeline
178 days to go
More than 35 days out — a good window to build a consistent base before 5K-specific training ramps up.
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K 2027: quick answers
When is International Women's Day Fun Run 5K 2027?
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K 2027 takes place on Sunday, 7 March 2027.
Where does International Women's Day Fun Run 5K start?
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K starts at South Bank to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.
How many miles is International Women's Day Fun Run 5K?
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K is 3.11 miles (5km).
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Sunday, 7 March 2027
- Distance
- 3.11 miles / 5.0km
- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Start Point
- South Bank to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane
- Surface
- Road
Not published by the organiser at the time of writing: finish point, start time, cut-off time, age requirement, tracking app. Verus records these as unconfirmed rather than estimating them — check the official race website closer to race day.
Direct Entry Summary
Not published for this event — check the official race website.
Ballot Policy
No ballot — entry is direct through Mater Foundation.
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K Race Day Weather
A real forecast appears here once one exists for race day — usually about a week to ten days out. Nothing is shown until then, because a made-up forecast is worse than none.
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K Route Map & Elevation Profile
Starting at South Bank to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.
Is International Women's Day Fun Run 5K flat?
No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: road.
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
South Bank to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane
Start line.
Where International Women's Day Fun Run 5K starts and finishes
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K starts at South Bank to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane. We haven't been able to place those on a map accurately enough to show one — a pin in the wrong place is worse than no pin.
These are the start and finish points, not the route. Verus doesn't hold course files for this race, and drawing a line between two pins would be a guess you might end up training on.
Full International Women's Day Fun Run 5K Route Breakdown
In this 5km urban circuit, participants start near the South Brisbane Mater Hospital on Southbank, then follow a flat, paved path along the Riverwalk beside the Kangaroo Point cliffs. The route leads onto the historic Story Bridge, offering panoramic views of the Brisbane River and skyline. After crossing the bridge, runners continue through the bustling CBD, winding past key landmarks before entering the lush City Botanic Gardens for a celebratory finish. The course is fully sealed, well‑marked, and suitable for walkers, joggers, and families, with gentle gradients and plenty of water stations along the way. Spectators line the streets, creating a supportive pink‑themed atmosphere that embodies the spirit of International Women's Day.
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K Pace Calculator & Splits
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K Pace Calculator
Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.
Average pace / mile
1:17:10
Average pace / km
47:57
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K Pace Chart
Split markers calculated for standard checkpoints — no official pacers are confirmed for this event.
| Target | Pace /mi | Pace /km | 5K | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 | 57:53 | 35:58 | 2:59:49 | 3:00:00 |
| 3:15 | 1:02:42 | 38:58 | 3:14:48 | 3:15:00 |
| 3:30 | 1:07:31 | 41:57 | 3:29:47 | 3:30:00 |
| 3:45 | 1:12:21 | 44:57 | 3:44:46 | 3:45:00 |
| 4:00 | 1:17:10 | 47:57 | 3:59:45 | 4:00:00 |
| 4:15 | 1:22:00 | 50:57 | 4:14:45 | 4:15:00 |
| 4:30 | 1:26:49 | 53:57 | 4:29:44 | 4:30:00 |
| 4:45 | 1:31:38 | 56:57 | 4:44:43 | 4:45:00 |
| 5:00 | 1:36:28 | 59:56 | 4:59:42 | 5:00:00 |
| 5:30 | 1:46:07 | 1:05:56 | 5:29:40 | 5:30:00 |
| 6:00 | 1:55:45 | 1:11:56 | 5:59:38 | 6:00:00 |
| 6:30 | 2:05:24 | 1:17:55 | 6:29:36 | 6:30:00 |
| 7:00 | 2:15:03 | 1:23:55 | 6:59:35 | 7:00:00 |
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K Finish Time Estimator
Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your International Women's Day Fun Run 5K finish time.
Your 5K time
Estimated International Women's Day Fun Run 5K finish
25:02
An estimate only, based on Pete Riegel's race-time prediction formula. Real marathon performance depends on endurance, training specificity, pacing and race-day conditions — not just your speed over a shorter distance.
Training for a different distance? Try the full pace calculator, race time predictor or pace chart.
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Start Your Verus JourneyInternational Women's Day Fun Run 5K Race Day Checklist
Tap items to mark off your race-day readiness.
- Race number attached, and any timing chip fitted per your race pack instructions
- Weather-appropriate kit, plus something warm and disposable to discard before the start
- A plan for reaching South Bank to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for International Women's Day Fun Run 5K
4-8 weeks is enough for a 5K, whether it's your first or you're chasing a PB. Short, sharp interval and tempo sessions matter more here than overall mileage.
This is a largely flat course, so most of your long runs can mirror that — flat and steady, building time on feet rather than hill strength.
Ease off mileage in the final few days, keeping a short, sharp race-pace effort or two to stay sharp. Arrive at South Bank to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane fresh, energized, and primed — not fit, fresh.
Lock in your target pace using the interactive splits calculator below — no official pacers are confirmed for this event, so a pace band on your watch is the more reliable option.
Test your race-day fuel and hydration plan on your long training runs, not for the first time on race day — check the Race Day Checklist below for what's actually on this course.
5K Nutrition & Fueling Plan
A normal diet is fine. There is no need to carb-load for a race of this length.
Eat a carbohydrate-focused breakfast two to three hours before the start, and stick to something you've already tested in training rather than trying anything new.
No on-course fuel is needed at this distance for most runners — water stations are the usual provision.
A mix of carbohydrate and protein in the hour or so after finishing supports recovery.
International Women's Day Fun Run 5K Charity Places 2027
No formal charity-place scheme published — runners commonly fundraise for a charity of their own choosing.
Lead with your personal story — explain why the charity matters to you. Personal connection generates 3x more support than a generic link broadcast.
Share key training milestones on Instagram (first 10-miler, peak week, race week) with your fundraising link in bio. Publicly thanking donors prompts secondary gifts!
Running International Women's Day Fun Run 5K for charity?
Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other International Women's Day Fun Run 5K fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusInternational Women's Day Fun Run 5K Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know for race weekend.
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Race details independently compiled and fact-checked by Tommo against the official International Women's Day Fun Run 5K site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.