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Running · Marathons
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon 2026
- Race day
- Sunday, 20 December 2026
- Location
- Parramatta, Australia
- Distance
- 26.2 mi / 42.2 km
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon: 20 December 2026, from Parramatta Park, Railway St, Parramatta NSW 2150. Entry, route and a pace chart.
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon Race Timeline
101 days to go
More than 84 days out — a good window to build a consistent base before marathon-specific training ramps up.
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon 2026: quick answers
When is Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon 2026?
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon 2026 takes place on Sunday, 20 December 2026, starting at 7:00am.
What time does Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon start?
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon starts at 7:00am from Parramatta Park, Railway St, Parramatta NSW 2150.
Where does Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon start?
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon starts at Parramatta Park, Railway St, Parramatta NSW 2150. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.
How many miles is Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon?
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon is 26.2 miles (42.2km).
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Sunday, 20 December 2026
- Distance
- 26.2 miles / 42.2km
- Location
- Parramatta, Australia
- Start Point
- Parramatta Park, Railway St, Parramatta NSW 2150
- Start time
- 7:00am
- Surface
- Road/Path/Park
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 WS10.
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon 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.
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon Route Map & Elevation Profile
Starting at Parramatta Park, Railway St, Parramatta NSW 2150. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.
Is Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon 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.
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
Parramatta Park, Railway St, Parramatta NSW 2150
Start line.
Where Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon starts and finishes
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon starts at Parramatta Park, Railway St, Parramatta NSW 2150. 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 Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon Route Breakdown
The Western Sydney 10: Parramatta course takes runners on three laps of Parramatta Park’s sealed cycle and pedestrian paths. Starting near the Noller Footbridge and finishing in front of the George Street gatehouse, the route offers a flat, scenic course ideal for all ages and abilities. The well-maintained paths are suitable for prams and resistant to adverse weather, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for participants.
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon Pace Calculator & Splits
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon Pace Calculator
Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.
Average pace / mile
9:10
Average pace / km
5:42
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon Pace Chart
Split markers calculated for standard checkpoints — no official pacers are confirmed for this event.
| Target | Pace /mi | Pace /km | 5K | 10K | Half Marathon | 30K | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 | 6:52 | 4:16 | 21:21 | 42:41 | 1:30:04 | 2:08:04 | 3:00:00 |
| 3:15 | 7:27 | 4:37 | 23:07 | 46:15 | 1:37:34 | 2:18:44 | 3:15:00 |
| 3:30 | 8:01 | 4:59 | 24:54 | 49:48 | 1:45:05 | 2:29:25 | 3:30:00 |
| 3:45 | 8:35 | 5:20 | 26:41 | 53:22 | 1:52:35 | 2:40:05 | 3:45:00 |
| 4:00 | 9:10 | 5:42 | 28:28 | 56:55 | 2:00:05 | 2:50:46 | 4:00:00 |
| 4:15 | 9:44 | 6:03 | 30:14 | 1:00:29 | 2:07:35 | 3:01:26 | 4:15:00 |
| 4:30 | 10:18 | 6:24 | 32:01 | 1:04:02 | 2:15:06 | 3:12:06 | 4:30:00 |
| 4:45 | 10:53 | 6:46 | 33:48 | 1:07:36 | 2:22:36 | 3:22:47 | 4:45:00 |
| 5:00 | 11:27 | 7:07 | 35:34 | 1:11:09 | 2:30:06 | 3:33:27 | 5:00:00 |
| 5:30 | 12:36 | 7:50 | 39:08 | 1:18:16 | 2:45:07 | 3:54:48 | 5:30:00 |
| 6:00 | 13:44 | 8:32 | 42:41 | 1:25:23 | 3:00:08 | 4:16:08 | 6:00:00 |
| 6:30 | 14:53 | 9:15 | 46:15 | 1:32:30 | 3:15:08 | 4:37:29 | 6:30:00 |
| 7:00 | 16:02 | 9:58 | 49:48 | 1:39:37 | 3:30:09 | 4:58:50 | 7:00:00 |
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon Finish Time Estimator
Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon finish time.
Your 5K time
Estimated Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon finish
3:59:36
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.
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Start Your Verus JourneyWestern Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon 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 Parramatta Park, Railway St, Parramatta NSW 2150
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon
16-20 weeks is the target window for first-time marathoners; 12-16 weeks is solid if you're already maintaining a baseline mileage. Arrive with your longest run behind you in training, not on race day itself.
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.
Reduce overall mileage across the final 2-3 weeks while preserving short race-pace bursts. Arrive at Parramatta Park, Railway St, Parramatta NSW 2150 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.
Marathon Nutrition & Fueling Plan
A deliberate increase in carbohydrate over the two to three days before the race is the well-established approach at marathon distance.
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.
Most runners take on carbohydrate every 30 to 45 minutes from about an hour in, alongside fluid at the on-course stations.
A mix of carbohydrate and protein in the hour or so after finishing supports recovery.
Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon 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!
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Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusWestern Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon 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 Western Sydney 10: Parramatta Marathon site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.