Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon- May 2026

About the Event

The Shire Run Carnival & Aquathon is a versatile multi-sport festival scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, in the historic coastal suburb of Kurnell. Held at the scenic Bonna Point Reserve, the event offers a wide range of distances catering to serious endurance athletes, families, and young children. The highlight of the carnival is the "Triple Challenge," which requires participants to complete the 10km, 6km, and 3km runs consecutively. Additionally, the event features a popular Aquathon, combining a swim in Silver Beach's calm waters with a fast, flat run along the peninsula.

Race Category	Distance / Format	Start Time	Notes
Triple Challenge	10km + 6km + 3km	06:30 AM	3 combined run legs
SHIRE Aquathlon	1km Swim / 5km Run	Morning Schedule	Solo or Team Relay
Fun Run / Walk	10km, 6km, or 3km	Staggered Starts	U18 discounts available
Kids Dash	1500m	TBA	Ages 10 and under

Kurnell is a coastal suburb in southern Sydney, New South Wales, located within the Sutherland Shire (commonly referred to as "The Shire"). It has a population of approximately 2,300 residents. Kurnell is a site of immense historical significance as the location of Captain James Cook's first landing in Australia in 1770. The demographic profile is primarily Australian-born (approx. 83%), with a median weekly household income of roughly $2,450 AUD. Geographically, the area is a peninsula surrounded by Botany Bay and the Pacific Ocean. The race course at Bonna Point Reserve is known for being exceptionally flat and scenic, offering panoramic views of the Sydney skyline across the water.

Registration for the 2026 carnival is currently open on Race Roster, with significant price tier changes occurring on April 16 and May 7. The event is well-known for its inclusive "U18" pricing strategy, providing automatic discounts for younger participants at the checkout. For those participating in the Aquathlon Team Relay, one member completes the 1km swim while the second completes the 5km run. For detailed logistical information or technical course maps, participants can contact the Event Director, Nathan Breen, through the official event website at https://www.google.com/search?q=shireruncarnival.com.au.

Races Offered

1500m Kids Dash (10 Yrs/Under)

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 1.5km

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06:30

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$15.00

3km Fun Run/Walk

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 3km

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06:30

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$27.00

6km Fun Run/Walk

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 6km

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06:30

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$40.00

SHIRE 10K Run/Walk

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 10km

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06:30

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$45.00

SHIRE Aquathlon

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 6km

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$75.00

SHIRE Aquathlon Team

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 6km

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Type — Others, Running

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06:30

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$85.00

Triple Challenge (10km + 6km + 3km)

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 19km

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Type — Others, Running

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06:30

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$95.00

Weather Overview

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

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 11.5° / 19.3°

wb_sunny 9.1° / 17.5°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.0 /

water_drop 76.5%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 11.5° / 19.3°

wb_sunny 9.1° / 17.5°

air 12.0 km/h

water_drop 76.5%

About Kurnell

Learn more about the host city, Kurnell.

Kurnell is a suburb in Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. It is 21.4 kilometres (13.3 mi) south of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of the Sutherland Shire along the east coast. Cronulla and Woolooware are the only adjacent suburbs. La Perouse is located opposite, on the northern headland of Botany Bay. The Cronulla sand dunes are on the south eastern headland of Botany Bay. The eastern side of the peninsula is part of Botany Bay National Park, and Towra Point Nature Reserve is located on the western side of the suburb. Residents are affectionately known as ‘Kurnellians’.