FAQ

A run for everyone

This event is for anyone of any age and ability, as long as you are wearing a kilt. You can choose to run or walk, it’s all at your pace. Dogs (excluding service dogs) are only permitted on the Classic Course (with dogs) at the mandated start time. No other pets, bicycles, scooters, hand cycles, skateboards or rollerblades are permitted. For safety reasons, we request those with strollers or non-racing wheelchairs to start from the back of the pack.

Please note that due to ongoing works in the Armadale City Centre, the Armadale Highland Gathering and the Perth Kilt Run is moving to the Champion Lakes Regatta Centre for 2024. This means there is a new course around the lake, with both routes (2.5km and 5km) now fully wheelchair accessible. The new route map for the Perth Kilt Run will be uploaded to our event website prior to the event day.

Entry to the Armadale Highland Gathering is free.

Perth Kilt Run registration fees

The Perth Kilt Run fees are determined by age group.

Online registration fee:
Under 12’s: $5
Youth (13 – 17): $5
Adults (18 – 62): $10.50
Seniors (63+): $8.50

Event day registration fee:
Under 12’s: $5
Youth (13 – 17): $10.50
Adults (18 – 62): $21
Seniors (63+): $15.50

You will be able to register on the day between 7am and 8am, however if you register online before 5pm on Saturday 5 October you will pay less than the event day price.

Registrations on the day will be cash or card.

If you cannot register online, please contact the Events Team on 9394 5000.

• Be considerate of others.
• Please be aware of other participants. If you are walking or have a pram or wheelchair, we ask you move to the side and let people though or stay behind those going faster than you.
• Please listen to all announcements for instructions and last minute information.
• Please keep to the left unless overtaking.
• Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Jewellery and headphones are discouraged.
• Please watch your footing on pathways, potential hazards and or ramps.
• Please watch for overhanging trees, signage and walkway bollards.
• No bicycles, scooters, hand cycles, skateboards or rollerblades are permitted. Dogs (excluding service dogs) are only permitted on the Classic Course (with dogs) at the mandated start time.

We encourage runners to familiarise themselves with the course. The majority of the course is on pedestrian pathways around Champion Lakes and this section of the course is always open to the public. However, please note that part of the official course starts and finishes on the main island which is subject to opening hours. Head to the Champion Lakes Regatta Centre website for more information.

Running with headphones on while participating has inherent risks and is discouraged for the safety of yourself and other patrons.

Please don’t compete if you have been sick or have had a viral infection in the 10 days prior to event day. You may potentially be putting your own health, and the health of fellow runners, at risk if you do so.

First aid personnel are located at the start area as well as stationed throughout the course and can provide immediate assistance if required.

Champion Lakes Regatta Centre will have the following facilities for
public use:

• Portable toilets
• Water fountains
• First aid
• Seating available throughout the event

Please be aware there are no changing facilities on site that will be accessible to the public. We recommend that all runners wear comfortable and suitable attire, such as bike pants or shorts, underneath your kilt.

Due to ongoing works in the Armadale City Centre, the Armadale Highland Gathering and the Perth Kilt Run is moving to the Champion Lakes Regatta Centre for 2024 only. This means there is a new course around the lake, with both routes (2.5km and 5km) now fully wheelchair accessible.

For more information and special access requirements contact 9394 5000 or visit our Accessibility Information page. 

There will be a bag drop at the Information tent for Perth Kilt Run participants only.

To access this service, you will need to show your run bib to staff. Please note we do not recommend leaving valuables such as wallets, keys or phones in your bag. While all care will be taken to ensure the safety of your belongings, we cannot take responsibility for any items that are lost, stolen or damaged.

There is no strictly no swimming allowed at the Armadale Highland Gathering.

• No patrons are to enter the water.
• The lake is closed to public access. No vessels outside of sanctioned event activities and pre-authorised vessels are allowed to enter the lake on Sunday 6 October.
• The public beach locations at Champion Lakes will also be closed for the event day.

For those attending the event, we encourage parents to Always Watch Around Water. Children under 6 must always be within arms reach. Children under 13 must always be kept in sight.

Thanks for your cooperation and understanding!