Exclusive VIR Package

You deserve the all-in, exclusive treatment at the 2021 Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival as a Very Important Runner.

• Exclusive room in the MCG
• Private shower access
• Exclusive post run massage
• Preferred start place

VIR Packages are now available for the Full Marathon, Half Marathon & 10km Run.

VIR Entry Fees

Please note, the VIR package is only available for the Marathonn Half Marathon  & 10km Run events in 2021. VIR is not available to those competing in shorter distances in 2021.

Inclusions

YOU’RE A STAR FROM THE START

• Personalised gold Race Bib mailed to your home
• Training Tips 
• Written course outline
• 20% off Official Event Merchandise

LOOK AFTER YOURSELF PRE-RACE

• VIR Room overlooking the MCG
• Warm Clothing drop off in the VIR Room
• Exclusive toilets for our VIR runners with attendant
• Tea, Coffee and Juice station
• Fruit
• Information attendant
• Warm up instructor
• Escort to the start line

NOW THAT THE HARD PART IS OVER

• Light Luncheon
• Access to showering facilities

BUT IT DOESN’T END THERE…

• Complimentary MiTime sent out to your elected address

The VIR Package includes all of the standard entry inclusions in addition to the above.

The Very Important Runner (VIR) area will open at 4:30am. Access is via Gate 1 at the MCG. The VIR room is held in the Harrison Room on Level 2. Please follow the signage.

More information on what to expect on race day will be sent to VIR participants closer to race day.

Upgrade your existing registration to VIR

Already registered? Why not upgrade to the exclusive VIR race day experience.

Please send through an email to enquiries@melbournemarathon.com.au and we’ll help get your sorted!

Got questions? Contact Us and we’ll be more than happy to help you out.

Wait List

The VIR experience is expected to sell out again for the 2021 event. Once the VIR registrations have reached capacity, please email enquiries@melbournemarathon.com.au if you have registered in the marathon, half marathon or 10km Run events and wish to be put on a wait-list to upgrade to a VIR.