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Run Perks Program 

Make the Most of Marathon Week with Run Perks

Make the most of marathon week with Run Perks - a city-wide program featuring exclusive food, drink, afterparty, entertainment and tourism offers from some of Sydney's best venues and attractions.   

Running from Monday, 24 August to Medal Monday on 31 August, Run Perks gives participants, supporters, locals and visitors the chance to experience more of Sydney before and after race day.  

Discover special offers from participating restaurants, bars, hotels and attractions across the city, including dining deals, celebratory specials, sightseeing experiences and exclusive discounts. 

Most offers are available to everyone – no race bib or finisher's medal required – and can be accessed through the official TCS Sydney Marathon app. 

Browse the app to explore all participating businesses, view their offers, and plan your marathon week experience. 

Exclusive OFFERS at your fingertips

TCS Sydney Marathon App

Most offers are available to everyone – no race bib or finisher's medal required – and can be accessed through the official TCS Sydney Marathon app. 

Browse the app to explore all participating businesses, view their offers, and plan your marathon week experience. 

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Alpha

Restaurants

238 Castlereagh Street, Sydney

A Greek feast built for marathon week with bottomless seasoned pitas alongside two limited-edition drinks: the Karpouzi Kooler with watermelon, mint and lime, and a Marathon Lemonade with Greek honey and sea salt. From Saturday, 29 August, guests can also receive 25% off a carb-loading menu.

Aria

Fine Dining

1 Macquarie Street, Sydney

One of Sydney's leading dining rooms will serve a $25 lobster sandwich at the bar throughout race week. Made with lobster, mortadella, pickled green tomato and spicy mayonnaise, and served with crisps, it is available without a reservation.

A'Mare and Pizza'Mare

Restaurants

1 Barangaroo Avenue, Sydney

Finish on a sweet note with a complimentary tiramisu for two when ordering any main at A'Mare or any pizza or pasta at Pizza'Mare.

Captain Cook Hotel

Pubs & Bars

162 Flinders Street, Paddington

A carb-loading menu of two Roman-style pizzas for $25-$27. Doors open from 6:30am on race day, with 20% off food for finishers and $12 Recovery Spritzies.

Oriana

Restaurants

Overseas Passenger Terminal, The Rocks

A $25 schnitzel, pasta, burger or salad during race week. On Medal Monday, the first 100 finishers will be treated to a mini espresso martini or a half-pint of draught with any meal purchased.

Paragon Hotel

Pubs & Bars

1 Loftus Street, Sydney

One of the city's favourite corner pubs will be serving $20 burgers throughout race week.

Ship Inn

Pubs & Bars

1 Pitt Street, Sydney

One of the city's favourite corner pubs will be serving $20 burgers throughout race week.

Jackson's On George

Pubs & Bars

176 George Street, Sydney

A chicken schnitzel with herb salad, fries and a beer or a glass of house wine, all for $35. Jackson's is also the race-day party, with $14 Better Beer pints, $15 Runners High vodka Powerades, and $16 margaritas, spritzes and martinis from 4 to 6pm, giveaways all afternoon and an after party from midday. $25 rump steaks on Medal Monday.

The Oaks

Pubs & Bars

118 Military Road, Neutral Bay

The north shore institution will serve chicken schnitzel with salad, fries and gravy, plus a beer or glass of house wine, for $35.

Young's Place

Restaurants

1 Kellett Street, Potts Point

Order any main and the entree and dessert are on the house.

OTTO Sydney

Fine Dining

Cowper Wharf, Woolloomooloo

Receive a marathon-inspired cocktail or mocktail on arrival when spending $50 or more at one of Sydney Harbour's most recognised dining destinations.

Bennelong

Fine Dining

Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point

Beneath the sails of the Sydney Opera House, enjoy a marathon-inspired cocktail or mocktail with your meal.

O Bar and Dining

Rooftops

Level 47, Australia Square, 264 George Street, Sydney

Enjoy Sydney from 47 floors above, with a complimentary signature cocktail or mocktail and chef's snacks on arrival when dining in the restaurant.

Cruise Bar and Restaurant

Rooftops

Circular Quay West, The Rocks

Celebrate beside the Harbour with $25 pasta, or pasta and a drink for $30, from Tuesday to Saturday. Melbas Rooftop will serve $15 margaritas and spritzes on race day, followed by a complimentary drink with any lunch on Medal Monday.

Jimmy's Rooftop

Rooftops

320 George Street, Sydney

A drink on arrival, food to order and DJs all day at one of the city's best rooftops.

Australian Heritage Hotel

Pubs & Bars

100 Cumberland Street, The Rocks

Head to the Final Stretch at The Aussie, with a drink on arrival, live entertainment, Aussie craft beers and a rooftop to see out the weekend.

BridgeClimb

Adventure Activities

3 Cumberland Street, The Rocks

Take on the Sydney Harbour Bridge before enjoying a complimentary meal and drink at the Harbour View Hotel as part of their Finish Line Feast promotion. Spectators can watch the marathon start from the summit during an exclusive Dawn Climb, while finishers can return on Medal Monday with their medal for a photo from the top.

Oz Jet Boating

Adventure Activities

Eastern Pontoon, Circular Quay

50% off the Red Shark Thrill Ride using the code MARATHONTHRILLS. Groups of eight or more will also receive a complimentary photo and video package.

Sydney By Kayak

Adventure Activities

208 Blues Point Road, North Sydney

15% off Sunrise Kayak and Coffee or Sunset Kayak experiences, a coffee and a keep-cup at the Eco Hub on race day, and 20% off the Corporate Clean-Up Paddle for teams and businesses.

Taronga Zoo

Attractions

Bradleys Head Road, Mosman

Receive 15% off general admission and experience one of Sydney's most spectacular Harbour outlooks, with animals included.

Merlin Entertainments

Attractions

Wheat Road, Darling Harbour

Enjoy a marathon-inspired 42% off the Sydney Big Ticket, with entry to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, Madame Tussauds Sydney and the Sydney Tower Eye. Tickets are $45 for adults and $37 for children.

SUPPORT FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES

Run Perks Program Details 

With the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS returning on 30 August 2026, we’re excited to launch the fourth year of our local business program, Run Perks.

Event Week Program

Tuesday, 25 August – Monday, 31 August

Event Day

Sunday, 30 August

Medal Monday

Monday, 31 August

The TCS Sydney Marathon aims to support local businesses by creating meaningful opportunities to engage with both local and international visitors, driving exposure, enhancing customer connections and contributing to an unforgettable Sydney experience for all. 

Run Perks Program 

The Benefits

This is your chance to attract thousands (and thousands) of visitors by offering a simple exclusive deal – and we’ll do the rest by driving them straight to your door.

Promotional Opportunities

Tap into a huge local and global audience. Your business will be highlighted to our audience by featuring in the directory on the official TCS Sydney Marathon app. 

Marketing Support

Receive the TCS Sydney Marathon Business Engagement Pack, which includes general event info and community/audience insights, as well as a digital toolkit that includes a printable poster and social media assets for you to share across your own channels to promote your involvement with the TCS Sydney Marathon.

Run Perks Program 

Getting Involved Is Easy

To make it as accessible as possible for local businesses, we have adopted a business-led and participation-focused approach for 2026. This is an inclusive, low-barrier opportunity for local businesses to capitalise on the marathon.  

Who are we looking for?

Local businesses that are operating at least one day during Event Week. 

 

Where?

Local businesses along the marathon course, in Sydney CBD or near our expo location at Sydney Showground. 

Tips: While not a requirement, we would love to see creative offers. The more valuable, bespoke and memorable the deal, the better. Think along the lines of a free drink or food offer for Medal Monday when customers show their medal. 

Eager to sign up? 

Please complete the EOI form here by Friday, 10 July.

partners

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