The 'Highlander' Fun Run

Here’s your chance to bring out your inner Braveheart, don the kilt, put on the battle face paint, get active in the great outdoors and run for the hills... like a 'Highlander'

Charge into the wilderness to the exhilarating sound of the bagpipes as you prepare to battle with mother nature. Stay focused on the task ahead and keep an eye out for the mysterious 'Haggis' out on course! Cross the finish line unscathed with your Clan, collect the custom 'Highlander Finishers ' medal and happily tell your thighs… the challenge is complete.

‘The 5k Fling'

Participants complete two laps of a 2.5km course:

A 5km for all

This event is FREE for anyone of any age and ability, just turn up with your best Braveheart face and Scottish themed outfit. You can run, walk or highland fling this one at your pace, it’s not officially timed. Sorry, no pets, bicycles, scooters, hand cycles, skateboards or rollerblades are permitted. For safety reasons, we request those with strollers to start from the back of the pack.

‘The Trossachs 10k'

Participants complete four laps of the 2.5km course:

This event is FREE for anyone of any age and ability, but a bit more of a challenge with two laps of the 5km course. And remember to turn up with your best Braveheart face and Scottish themed outfit. You can run, walk or highland fling this one at your pace, it’s not officially timed. Sorry, no pets, bicycles, scooters, hand cycles, skateboards or rollerblades are permitted. For safety reasons, we request those with strollers to start from the back of the pack.

Where is the event held?

Venue address - Australia Standing Stones - Watsons Drive, Glen Innes. There are free buses from the Visitor Information Centre. Buses depart from 7am.

What time does the run start?

8am start. The Highland Games field is the start and finish line.

How much is it to register?

Entry to the ‘Highland’ Run is FREE, thanks to the support from Glen Innes Council and the NSW government.
Your registration and waiver must be completed online before 5pm on Thursday the 4th of May:

REGISTER HERE REGISTER HERE

Can I register on the day?

Sorry, there will be no entries accepted on the day. All registrations and waivers must be completed online before 5pm on Thursday the 4th of May.

Highlander Course Etiquette

• Please listen to all announcements for instructions and last minute information.
• Please keep to the left unless overtaking.
• Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Listening devices and headphones are discouraged.
• Please watch your footing on pathways, and any potential trip hazards.
• Please stay on the designated 5km course.
• No pets, bicycles, scooters, hand cycles, skateboards or rollerblades are permitted. For safety reasons, we request those with strollers start from the back of the pack.

Is There First Aid Support

Yes, there will be First aid personnel located at the start/finish to provide assistance if required.
Please don’t attend if you have been sick or have had flu like symptoms in the two weeks prior to the event day. We wouldn’t want you to potentially putting your health, and the health of fellow Highlanders, at risk. If you have any injuries we would suggest you do not participate for your own health and wellbeing.

Is there car parking?

Car Parking in the Official Car Park - Quarry