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Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk 2026
- Race day
- Saturday, 21 November 2026
- Location
- Bonna Point Reserve, Kurnell, Australia
- Distance
- 3.73 mi / 6.0 km
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk: 21 November 2026, 3.73 miles. Entry, route, a pace chart and the race-day forecast.
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk Race Timeline
72 days to go
More than 42 days out — a good window to build a consistent base before 3.73-mile-specific training ramps up.
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk 2026: quick answers
When is Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk 2026?
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk 2026 takes place on Saturday, 21 November 2026.
Where does Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk start?
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk starts at Bonna Point Reserve, Prince Charles Parade, Kurnell NSW. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.
How many miles is Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk?
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk is 3.73 miles (6km).
How much does Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk cost to enter?
From $25 (see registration for each distance) — confirm the current price on the organiser's own site before entering.
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Saturday, 21 November 2026
- Distance
- 3.73 miles / 6.0km
- Location
- Bonna Point Reserve, Kurnell, Australia
- Start Point
- Bonna Point Reserve, Prince Charles Parade, Kurnell NSW
- Surface
- Road/Path/Park
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
From $25 (see registration for each distance) — confirm the current price on the organiser's own site before entering.
Ballot Policy
No ballot — entry is direct through Sydney Run Carnivals.
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk 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.
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk Route Map & Elevation Profile
Starting at Bonna Point Reserve, Prince Charles Parade, Kurnell NSW. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.
Is Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk flat?
No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: road/path/park.
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
Bonna Point Reserve, Prince Charles Parade, Kurnell NSW
Start line.
Where Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk starts and finishes
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk starts at Bonna Point Reserve, Prince Charles Parade, Kurnell NSW. 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 Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk Route Breakdown
The Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon takes place along the scenic Kurnell Foreshore, with the start/finish at Bonna Point Reserve. The course is mainly on sealed paths, with some grass at the start and finish. The aquathlon swim leg is held at Silver Beach Baths, offering a unique coastal challenge. The event caters to all levels, from beginners to elite athletes, with a fun and festive atmosphere.
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk Pace Calculator & Splits
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk Pace Calculator
Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.
Average pace / mile
1:04:21
Average pace / km
39:59
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk 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 | 48:15 | 29:59 | 2:29:56 | 3:00:00 |
| 3:15 | 52:17 | 32:29 | 2:42:25 | 3:15:00 |
| 3:30 | 56:18 | 34:59 | 2:54:55 | 3:30:00 |
| 3:45 | 1:00:19 | 37:29 | 3:07:25 | 3:45:00 |
| 4:00 | 1:04:21 | 39:59 | 3:19:54 | 4:00:00 |
| 4:15 | 1:08:22 | 42:29 | 3:32:24 | 4:15:00 |
| 4:30 | 1:12:23 | 44:59 | 3:44:54 | 4:30:00 |
| 4:45 | 1:16:24 | 47:29 | 3:57:23 | 4:45:00 |
| 5:00 | 1:20:26 | 49:59 | 4:09:53 | 5:00:00 |
| 5:30 | 1:28:28 | 54:58 | 4:34:52 | 5:30:00 |
| 6:00 | 1:36:31 | 59:58 | 4:59:51 | 6:00:00 |
| 6:30 | 1:44:33 | 1:04:58 | 5:24:51 | 6:30:00 |
| 7:00 | 1:52:36 | 1:09:58 | 5:49:50 | 7:00:00 |
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk Finish Time Estimator
Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk finish time.
Your 5K time
Estimated Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk finish
30:21
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 JourneyShire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk 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 Bonna Point Reserve, Prince Charles Parade, Kurnell NSW
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk
6-10 weeks is a solid window for a 3.73-mile race. Combine a weekly long run with threshold work so you can hold pace over the full distance.
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 week, keeping a couple of short, sharp race-pace efforts to stay fresh. Arrive at Bonna Point Reserve, Prince Charles Parade, Kurnell NSW 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.
3.73-Mile 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.
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk 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 Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk for charity?
Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusShire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk 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 Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon 6km Fun Run/Walk site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.