SPECTAtORS & ENTERTAINMENT
Be involved in history
Thank you for being part of an unforgettable Marathon Day on Sunday 31 August!
Thanks for being part of something bigger than just a race. Your energy, your cheers, your signs - they are what make Marathon Day unforgettable.
This is your chance to show up, lift spirits, and help every runners push through when they need it the most.
With four (4) Live Sites and 33 entertainment zones across the course - from DJs to dance crews and roving bands - it's a celebrating from start to finish and there is 42.2km for you to get involved!
Get the TCS Sydney Marathon App
Track your runners in live time, navigate your way around the course with our wayfinding feature, check out the best discounts and deals at local cafes, bars and restaurants through our Treasure Hunt game, and stay up to date with everything about the 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon during race week!
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Road closures start from 2am on Sunday August 31, You can view the roads affected on our traffic & road closures page.
Plenty of extra early-morning transport services will be running across Sydney to get you where you need to go. You can navigate through our TCS Sydney Marathon app directly to the dedicated TCS Sydney Marathon transport information page, where you can plan your day in advance via public transport.
PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
We recommend using public transport and, where possible, walking or cycling. Here's how to plan your travel during the day.
SPECTATOR LIVE SITES
The Transurban Rocks Zone (11.9km mark)
Location:
The Rocks, corner of George St & Alfred Street.
Perfect for:
Everyone! With unbeatable views of the Harbour Bridge and a pumping playlist to match, this is your chance to send runners off in style. Come for the throwbacks, stay for the electric atmosphere.
What's in store:
Kickstart marathon day in the heart of Sydney’s most historic precinct. The Rocks will be buzzing with high energy as a DJ and MC spin the best of the ‘80s, ‘90s, and noughties, setting the tone for an unforgettable race day. There will be a raised viewing platform that will create a perfect vantage point to spot your runner! Plus, there are amazing local businesses offering exclusive marathon deals – check out our Local Business page on our website for more.
How to get there:
Train
The Rocks is only a 4-minute walk from Circular Quay Train Station (T3, T4 or T8 Line). Wynyard Train station is also a 5-minute walk away.
Light Rail
Take the light rail to Town Hall and walk 15 minutes to the live site (Light Rail terminates at Town Hall until 11am)
Metro
You can take the metro to Martin Place, which is a 12-minute walk to The Rocks Zone.
Ferry
If you’re travelling from North Sydney, you can also jump on a Ferry to Circular Quay which is only a 3-minute walk to The Rocks Zone.
Spirit Of Sydney Zone (13.1km mark)
Location:
Martin Place, Sydney CBD.
Perfect for:
Young families - with plenty for the kids to do!
What's in store:
Bring the whole crew to the ultimate family-friendly zone right in the city centre! Martin Place will be alive with colourful face painters, live DJ sets, and a charismatic MC keeping the vibe high. Expect kangaroo mascots bouncing around for photo ops, loads of cheer, and plenty to keep little legs entertained. This is the perfect place for spectators of all ages to soak up the fun and support the runners.
How to get there:
Metro
You can take the metro to Martin Place, which is just a 40-metre walk from the live site.
Train
It is a 1-minute walk from Martin Place Train Station. Or you can also take the train to Wynyard station which is an 8-minute walk.
Light Rail
Take the light rail to Town Hall and walk 10 minutes to the live site (Light Rail terminates at Town Hall until 11am)
Pride In Sport Zone (15.4km & 36.2km mark)
Location:
Taylor Square South - Cnr Oxford & Flinders Street, Darlinghurst.
Perfect for:
The party people! This is the loudest, proudest part of the course! Taylor Square transforms into the Pride in Sport Zone, a joyful celebration of inclusion and colour.
What's in store:
Expect fierce Drag Queens, big beats from our DJs, and a crowd that knows how to cheer. Plus, you’ll see runners twice at this hotspot! Bring your rainbow flags and your best dance moves, this is where the marathon meets Mardi Gras energy.
How to get there:
Train
Running with Pride is 10-minute walk from Museum Station (T3, T4 or T8 Line).
Light Rail
15-minute walk from Surry Hills Light Rail Station (L2 Randwick Line).
Sydney Swans Centre of Excellence (29.4km & 34.4km mark)
Location:
Sydney Swans Centre of Excellence - Driver Avenue, Moore Park
Perfect for:
Diehard Swans supporters and families
What's in store:
Located near Moore Park, this zone offers fans the rare chance to see runners’ multiple times as they loop through this key part of the course.
The Sydney Swans will be opening up their exclusive indoor training field and running a footy-kick clinic throughout the day as well as merch giveaways. There will also be a FREE sausage sizzle for the first 100 people to kick start the day!
How to get there:
Light Rail
Take the light rail to Moore Park which is a 5-minute walk, up and cross at the SCG.
All you need to know about this year's expo!
It's bigger and better than ever! This year we’re back at the ICC in Darling Harbour, a world-class venue that’s easy to get to and hard to leave given what’s on offer inside. Open Thursday 28th - Saturday 30th August, book your expo time, collect your bib, drop your belongings, and enjoy!
Download our event app and win!
The official TCS Sydney Marathon event app is here, and it's your all-in-one guide to making the most of this year's event. With the latest race updates, live tracking, wayfinding for Spectator Live Sites, and great deals and prizes through our augmented reality Treasure Hunt game, download it today!
