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Running · 5Ks
Zombie Run - October 5K 2026
- Race day
- Saturday, 24 October 2026
- Location
- Depena Reserve, Sandringham, Australia
- Distance
- 3.11 mi / 5.0 km
Zombie Run - October 5K: 24 October 2026, from Depena Reserve, Russell Avenue, Sandringham NSW. Entry, route, a pace chart and the race-day forecast.
Zombie Run - October 5K Race Timeline
44 days to go
More than 35 days out — a good window to build a consistent base before 5K-specific training ramps up.
Zombie Run - October 5K 2026: quick answers
When is Zombie Run - October 5K 2026?
Zombie Run - October 5K 2026 takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026.
Where does Zombie Run - October 5K start?
Zombie Run - October 5K starts at Depena Reserve, Russell Avenue, Sandringham NSW. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.
How many miles is Zombie Run - October 5K?
Zombie Run - October 5K is 3.11 miles (5km).
How much does Zombie Run - October 5K cost to enter?
From $39 (see registration for each distance) — confirm the current price on the organiser's own site before entering.
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Saturday, 24 October 2026
- Distance
- 3.11 miles / 5.0km
- Location
- Depena Reserve, Sandringham, Australia
- Start Point
- Depena Reserve, Russell Avenue, Sandringham NSW
- 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
From $39 (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 Zombie Run Australia.
Zombie Run - October 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.
Zombie Run - October 5K Route Map & Elevation Profile
Starting at Depena Reserve, Russell Avenue, Sandringham 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 Zombie Run - October 5K flat?
No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: road.
Zombie Run - October 5K Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
Depena Reserve, Russell Avenue, Sandringham NSW
Start line.
Where Zombie Run - October 5K starts and finishes
Zombie Run - October 5K starts at Depena Reserve, Russell Avenue, Sandringham 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 Zombie Run - October 5K Route Breakdown
The flat, fast course at Depena Reserve offers a fun and challenging run through Sandringham. With zombie pacers leading each wave, runners are motivated to push their limits. The course is ideal for all levels, from PB chasers to family fun. Finish with a unique survivor or infected medal, and enjoy the immersive zombie-themed atmosphere.
Zombie Run - October 5K Pace Calculator & Splits
Zombie Run - October 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
Zombie Run - October 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 |
Zombie Run - October 5K Finish Time Estimator
Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your Zombie Run - October 5K finish time.
Your 5K time
Estimated Zombie Run - October 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.
Got your target time? Save it to your profile.
Tag Zombie Run - October 5K, set your goal pace, and let Verus track your countdown, training and fundraising in one place.
Start Your Verus JourneyZombie Run - October 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 Depena Reserve, Russell Avenue, Sandringham NSW
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for Zombie Run - October 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 Depena Reserve, Russell Avenue, Sandringham 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.
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.
Zombie Run - October 5K 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 Zombie Run - October 5K for charity?
Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other Zombie Run - October 5K fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusZombie Run - October 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 Zombie Run - October 5K site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.