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Sunset Series Race 1 - The Zoo

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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

calendar_today 04 Feb, 2026

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sell $78.00

About the Event

Kick off a legendary summer race series with a truly wild urban adventure at Race 1 - The Zoo of the Sunset Series 2026 set for Wednesday, 4 February 2026 at Melbourne Zoo. This unique sold-out event offers a thrilling 7.7km or a scenic 4.7km course that weaves through the zoo's grounds, allowing runners to race past habitats of lions, snow leopards, and more with a 7:00 PM start under the summer evening sky. Organized by Sole Motive, the experience extends beyond the finish line with a vibrant Sunset Bar, live music, food trucks, and a buzzing event village for a perfect night out.

As the opening race of a three-part series, it rewards participants with a collector's medal that connects across all events, alongside a special series singlet for those committing to the full challenge. It's a must-do Melbourne running experience that masterfully combines competitive racing, incredible atmosphere, and a one-of-a-kind course you can't find anywhere else.

Races Offered

4.7K

Feb 04, 2026

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Distance — 4.7K

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Type — Running

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18:30

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$78.00

7.7K

Feb 04, 2026

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Distance — 7.7K

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Type — Running

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19:00

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$78.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Melbourne.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 15.4° / 26.3°

wb_sunny 14.1° / 24.0°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 13.4 /

water_drop 63.7%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 15.4° / 26.3°

wb_sunny 14.1° / 24.0°

air 13.4 km/h

water_drop 63.7%

About Melbourne

Learn more about the host city, Melbourne.

Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital and second biggest city, with Victorian-era architecture, extensive shopping, museums, galleries, theatres, and large parks and gardens. Many of its 5.2 million residents are both multicultural and sports-mad. The capital of the south-eastern state of Victoria, and located at the head of Port Phillip Bay, Melbourne is a magnet for migrants from all over the world, and consistently ranks as one of the world's most livable cities.