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Running · 5Ks
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event 2026
- Race day
- Friday, 11 September 2026
- Location
- Eastgardens, NSW 2036, Australia
- Distance
- 3.11 mi / 5.0 km
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event: 11 September 2026, from Hensley Athletics Track, 79 Corish Circle, Eastgardens, NSW 2036. Entry, route and a pace chart.
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event Race Timeline
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Mileage is right down. Focus on sleep, hydration, and getting your kit and travel plan sorted rather than any last-minute training.
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event 2026: quick answers
When is Night of the PBs 5K Track Event 2026?
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event 2026 takes place on Friday, 11 September 2026, starting at 6:00pm.
What time does Night of the PBs 5K Track Event start?
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event starts at 6:00pm from Hensley Athletics Track, 79 Corish Circle, Eastgardens, NSW 2036.
Where does Night of the PBs 5K Track Event start?
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event starts at Hensley Athletics Track, 79 Corish Circle, Eastgardens, NSW 2036. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.
How many miles is Night of the PBs 5K Track Event?
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event is 3.11 miles (5km).
How much does Night of the PBs 5K Track Event cost to enter?
A$54.26 — confirm the current price on the organiser's own site before entering.
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Friday, 11 September 2026
- Distance
- 3.11 miles / 5.0km
- Location
- Eastgardens, NSW 2036, Australia
- Start Point
- Hensley Athletics Track, 79 Corish Circle, Eastgardens, NSW 2036
- Start time
- 6:00pm
- Surface
- Track
Not published by the organiser at the time of writing: finish point, 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
A$54.26 — confirm the current price on the organiser's own site before entering.
Ballot Policy
No ballot — entry is direct through Night of the PBs (J.B KERRY & K.S SHEDDEN).
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event Race Day Weather
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Night of the PBs 5K Track Event Route Map & Elevation Profile
Starting at Hensley Athletics Track, 79 Corish Circle, Eastgardens, NSW 2036. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.
Is Night of the PBs 5K Track Event flat?
No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: track.
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
Hensley Athletics Track, 79 Corish Circle, Eastgardens, NSW 2036
Start line.
Where Night of the PBs 5K Track Event starts and finishes
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event starts at Hensley Athletics Track, 79 Corish Circle, Eastgardens, NSW 2036. 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 Night of the PBs 5K Track Event Route Breakdown
Set on the 400‑metre synthetic oval of Hensley Athletics Track, the 5km race consists of 12½ laps around a flat, fast surface. The track’s well‑maintained rubber surface provides consistent footing, ideal for pacing and achieving personal bests. With multiple heat options ranging from 22‑minute to 28‑minute target times, runners can select a pace that matches their ability. Pacers are assigned to each heat to keep you on track, and a dedicated recovery zone awaits post‑race for re‑hydration and celebration. The venue’s open‑air layout offers clear sightlines for spectators, creating an electric atmosphere that fuels both solo runners and relay teams alike.
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event Pace Calculator & Splits
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event 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
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event 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 |
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event Finish Time Estimator
Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your Night of the PBs 5K Track Event finish time.
Your 5K time
Estimated Night of the PBs 5K Track Event 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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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 Hensley Athletics Track, 79 Corish Circle, Eastgardens, NSW 2036
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for Night of the PBs 5K Track Event
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 Hensley Athletics Track, 79 Corish Circle, Eastgardens, NSW 2036 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.
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event Charity Places 2026
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 Night of the PBs 5K Track Event for charity?
Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other Night of the PBs 5K Track Event fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusTravel & Logistics
No road closures — the Night of the PBs 5K Track Event is run off-road (Track), so local traffic is unaffected.
Night of the PBs 5K Track Event 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 Night of the PBs 5K Track Event site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.