Athletics Victoria XCR 1: Lakeside 5K Road Race
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Organiser: Athletics Victoria
Athletics Victoria XCR Round 1: Lakeside 5K Road Race kicks off the 2026 Cross Country and Road Racing Series on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the stunning Albert Park, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
Experience this fast, flat 5K challenge—a single lap of the renowned Lakeside:10 course, featuring an exhilarating out-and-back route from Lakeside Stadium to Junction Oval along Lakeside Drive.
The annual Athletics Victoria XCR Series spans April/May to September, delivering premier cross country and road races across metropolitan and regional venues throughout Victoria.
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Age & gender categories (refer to the event website for the complete programme):
5K
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