The Sri Chinmoy Races are fun events for all, running or walking up and down the Sumner Esplanade. Two distances are available: 10km (for 14 years +) and 2.5km (for 13 years and under).
Dates:
- Sunday 25th May 2025;
- Sunday 29th June 2025; and
- Sunday 27th July 2025.
Start Time: 9am. Registration from 8.15am and briefing at 8.55am.
Start Location: Sumner Scarborough Clock Tower (147 Esplanade, Sumner).
Cost: $25 for the 10km event and $15 for the 2.5km event. Discounts available in the 10km event for under 20s, students and over 60s. A $5 late fee will apply to on-the-day registrations.
There will be an aid station offering water and Horley's Replace electrolyte drink.
Medals are awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each event.
The Lotus-Heart Restaurant will be providing a post-race breakfast from 9.30am. The meal is complimentary for all participants. Supporters are welcome to purchase breakfast for $10.
Find out more about the Sri Chinmoy events in Sumner.
The international Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team is a non-profit organisation conducted by the Sri Chinmoy Centre. The races are held as a service to the running community to promote self-transcendence through sports.
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