VIR Experience

You deserve the all-in, exclusive treatment at the 2025 Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival as a Very Important Runner.

• Exclusive room in the MCG, Harrison Room (Half Marathon) and Members Dining Room (Marathon) 
• Private shower access
• Post-race massage
• Complimentary MiTime
• Private toilet access 
  + more

VIR Entry Fees

Please note, the VIR package is only available for the Nike Melbourne Marathon and Nike Half Marathon.

Inclusions

YOU’RE A STAR FROM THE START

• Gold Bordered Race Bib 
• Training tips  

LOOK AFTER YOURSELF PRE-RACE

• VIR Room overlooking the MCG
• Warm clothing drop off in the VIR Room
• Exclusive toilets for our VIR runners
• 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
• Post-race massage

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.

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

Upgrade to VIR

Already registered? Why not upgrade to the exclusive VIR race day experience. Just log into your ‘My Events Portal’ and select ‘Change Category’.

Have a question? Contact us and we’ll be more than happy to help you out.

*subject to available