Pacers

21st June 2026

Pace runners will be there throughout the event in the half marathon and 10km distances to help you achieve your running goals.

If you have a set time in mind that you would like to achieve, then our Pace Runners will play a huge part in your race!

Pace Runners can be identified by high visibility yellow PACER singlets and they will have helium balloons attached to them with the pace time and distance clearly marked on it.

We have pace runners for the 21.1km and 10km events.

DistancePace Times
Half Marathon1hr 24mins, 1hr 30mins, 1hr 40mins, 1hr 50mins, 2hrs, 2hrs 10mins, 3hrs
10km40mins, 50mins, 60mins, 70mins

Make sure your start zone that you enter when registering reflects your goal pace time and be sure to assemble at the start line with your pacer who will encourage you throughout the race. Check out the Start Zones page to familiarise yourself with where to start your race depending on your goal pace.

 

Interested in being a pacer runner in 2026? We’d love to hear from you.

Pace Runners play a huge part in our event and the participant's experience throughout the race.

Being a Pace Runner is a hugely rewarding experience where you will be part of some really memorable moments for our participants.

To ensure you perform the task successfully, you need to be certain that you can comfortably run at the pace you apply for while also providing the participants with encouragement for their race to help them achieve their goals. You must be able to complete the distance within 30 seconds of your agreed finishing time.

All Pace Runners will receive a PACER singlet and free entry into their pace distance event.

Please complete the form below and we will be in touch when the application process is finalised.

Which distance do you wish to pace?*
Please indicate your prefered half marathon time:*
Please indicate your prefered 10km time:*

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Don't wait any longer, register for the 2026 Hervey Bay Half Marathon Festival today! The feeling of crossing that finish line and achieving your goal is like no other.

So take that first step and sign up now. We can't wait to see you there!

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