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Rocky River Run

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Depot Hill, Queensland, Australia

calendar_today 17 May, 2026

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language Official Website

sell $41.00 – $104.00

About the Event

The Rocky River Run is a major community fitness event in Central Queensland, taking place on Sunday, May 17, 2026. The course highlights Rockhampton’s historic Quay Street and the scenic Fitzroy River (Tunuba). This event serves as a significant fundraiser for local community groups and mental health charities, offering a professional racing environment for both elite athletes and families.

Race Category	Distance	Start Time
Central Queensland Power Half Marathon	21.1 km	6:10 AM
The Capricornian Race	10 km	6:45 AM
Gladstone Ports Corporation Race	5 km	8:30 AM
Schwarz Excavations Race	2 km	9:00 AM

Participants receive an entry package that includes a race bib with an official timing tag, a finisher’s medal, and access to a recovery station stocked with fruit and electrolytes. An event shirt is guaranteed for the first 2,000 registrants. To ensure a smooth race morning, bib collection is primarily held on Saturday, May 16, at the historic Customs House, though late collection for the shorter distances is available on Sunday morning.

Rockhampton is known as the "Beef Capital of Australia" and is situated on the Fitzroy River, approximately 600 kilometers north of Brisbane. The city is famous for its extensive collection of heritage-listed Victorian-era buildings along the riverfront, which provide the backdrop for the early kilometers of the race. The climate in May is generally favorable for distance running, with average morning temperatures typically ranging between 12°C and 18°C, accompanied by low humidity.

The event is a cornerstone of the local sporting calendar, often drawing thousands of participants from across the Gladstone and Capricorn Coast regions. For those aiming for a personalised bib, registration must be completed by April 24. While individual entries are the standard, participants can also form teams to enhance the community spirit of the event. Further inquiries regarding course maps or volunteer roles can be directed to the Rocky River Run organizing committee through their official website.

Races Offered

Central Queensland Power 21.1k

May 17, 2026

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Distance — 21km

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Type — Others, Running

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06:10

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$104.00

Gladstone Ports Corporation 5k Race

May 17, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Others, Running

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06:10

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$47.00

Schwarz Excavations 2k Race

May 17, 2026

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Distance — 2km

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Type — Others, Running

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06:10

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$41.00

The Capricornian 10k Race

May 17, 2026

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Distance — 10km

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Type — Others, Running

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06:10

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$81.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Depot Hill.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 15.3° / 25.0°

wb_sunny 14.3° / 23.8°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 10.8 /

water_drop 71.3%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 15.3° / 25.0°

wb_sunny 14.3° / 23.8°

air 10.8 km/h

water_drop 71.3%

About Depot Hill

Learn more about the host city, Depot Hill.

Depot Hill is a suburb of Rockhampton in the Rockhampton Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Depot Hill had a population of 995 people.