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Running · 10Ks
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K 2027
- Race day
- Sunday, 23 May 2027
- Location
- Long Street Park, Smithfield, Australia
- Distance
- 6.21 mi / 10.0 km
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K: 23 May 2027, from Long Street Park, Smithfield NSW 2164. Entry, route, a pace chart and the race-day forecast.
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K Race Timeline
255 days to go
More than 42 days out — a good window to build a consistent base before 10K-specific training ramps up.
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K 2027: quick answers
When is SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K 2027?
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K 2027 takes place on Sunday, 23 May 2027, starting at 7:30am.
What time does SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K start?
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K starts at 7:30am from Long Street Park, Smithfield NSW 2164.
Where does SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K start?
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K starts at Long Street Park, Smithfield NSW 2164. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.
How many miles is SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K?
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K is 6.21 miles (10km).
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Sunday, 23 May 2027
- Distance
- 6.21 miles / 10.0km
- Location
- Long Street Park, Smithfield, Australia
- Start Point
- Long Street Park, Smithfield NSW 2164
- Start time
- 7:30am
- Surface
- Road
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
Not published for this event — check the official race website.
Ballot Policy
No ballot — entry is direct through Sydney Marathon Clinic.
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K 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.
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K Route Map & Elevation Profile
Starting at Long Street Park, Smithfield NSW 2164. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.
Is SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K flat?
No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: road.
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
Long Street Park, Smithfield NSW 2164
Start line.
Where SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K starts and finishes
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K starts at Long Street Park, Smithfield NSW 2164. 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 SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K Route Breakdown
The race begins and finishes at Long Street Park, opposite 61 Long St in Smithfield, Sydney. All four distances follow the same marked circuit around the park, with clear kilometre markers at each turn. The half‑marathon (21 km) consists of two full laps of this circuit, while the 5 km and 10 km races use a portion of the same course. Drink stations are positioned near the 5 km mark on both sides of the road, keeping you hydrated without slowing you down. The course is fully marked, open to the public, and runners are asked to keep left and be courteous as motorists retain the right of way. With easy‑going terrain and well‑organised signage, the event is perfect for both seasoned athletes and newcomers.
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K Pace Calculator & Splits
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K Pace Calculator
Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.
Average pace / mile
38:39
Average pace / km
24:01
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K 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 | 28:59 | 18:01 | 1:30:03 | 3:00:00 |
| 3:15 | 31:24 | 19:31 | 1:37:34 | 3:15:00 |
| 3:30 | 33:49 | 21:01 | 1:45:04 | 3:30:00 |
| 3:45 | 36:14 | 22:31 | 1:52:34 | 3:45:00 |
| 4:00 | 38:39 | 24:01 | 2:00:04 | 4:00:00 |
| 4:15 | 41:04 | 25:31 | 2:07:35 | 4:15:00 |
| 4:30 | 43:29 | 27:01 | 2:15:05 | 4:30:00 |
| 4:45 | 45:54 | 28:31 | 2:22:35 | 4:45:00 |
| 5:00 | 48:19 | 30:01 | 2:30:05 | 5:00:00 |
| 5:30 | 53:08 | 33:01 | 2:45:06 | 5:30:00 |
| 6:00 | 57:58 | 36:01 | 3:00:06 | 6:00:00 |
| 6:30 | 1:02:48 | 39:01 | 3:15:07 | 6:30:00 |
| 7:00 | 1:07:38 | 42:02 | 3:30:08 | 7:00:00 |
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K Finish Time Estimator
Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K finish time.
Your 5K time
Estimated SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K finish
52:05
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 JourneySMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K 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 Long Street Park, Smithfield NSW 2164
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K
6-10 weeks is a solid window for a 10K, whether it's your first or you're chasing a PB. Consistency and a weekly speed or threshold session matter more here than sheer 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 week, keeping a couple of short, sharp race-pace efforts to stay fresh. Arrive at Long Street Park, Smithfield NSW 2164 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.
10K 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.
SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K 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 SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K for charity?
Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusSMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K 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 SMC Road Race in Sydney - January 10K site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.