Thursday, 22nd January

Thursday, 22nd January

Nightshift

Nightshift takes over Victoria Park with a fast, loud, after-dark celebration of cycling and running. On Thursday, 22nd January, hundreds of athletes, on the busiest night in Adelaide for the Tour, and the kind of atmosphere you only get under lights. Whether you’re pinning on a number or just hanging out in the chaos, Nightshift is built for people to celebrate the greatest week in Australian cycling.


Nightshift Criteriums from 5:00pm, and Nightshift 5000 from 8:30pm.

Cycling

Running

Course

Course

Course

Running 5000

Our 5000 brings fast, no-nonsense distance running to Victoria Park. A tight circuit under lights, stacked fields, and the kind of atmosphere you only get when every step is on show. It’s flat, it’s loud, and it’s built for athletes who want to race hard with hundreds watching on. Pick your category, chase the clock, and let the night do the rest.

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Schedule

Schedule

Schedule

Please note race schedules may be updated until midday on the day of the event.

Sign on: From 4:30 PM, athletes are required for marshalling 10 minutes prior to race.
Race will be a handicap format. Women will have a 2 minute headstart.

Category

Time

Qualification

Women's 5000

8:30 PM

20-minute 5km PB

Men's 5000

8:32 PM

18-minute 5km PB

Please note: due to field-size limitations, qualification standards are set.

FAQ

FAQ

FAQ

Questions?

Where is Victoria Park?

Victoria Park (Pakapakanthi) is located in the heart of Adelaide. Nightshift takes place on the Victoria Park / Adelaide Street Circuit, the iconic site of the Adelaide criterium scene and also frequent running events.

Are there qualification standards?

Yes. The Women’s Nightshift 5000 has a 5000m personal best of 20 minutes. The Men’s Nightshift 5000 has a 5000m personal best of 18 minutes. These cutoffs ensure safe field density and a fast, competitive race.

What is a handicap?

The Nightshift 5000 uses a simple head-start format. Women start two minutes ahead of the Men. This reduces congestion, spreads the field, and gives the event a thrilling chase dynamic while keeping racing fair and predictable.

Where is Victoria Park?

Victoria Park (Pakapakanthi) is located in the heart of Adelaide. Nightshift takes place on the Victoria Park / Adelaide Street Circuit, the iconic site of the Adelaide criterium scene and also frequent running events.

Are there qualification standards?

Yes. The Women’s Nightshift 5000 has a 5000m personal best of 20 minutes. The Men’s Nightshift 5000 has a 5000m personal best of 18 minutes. These cutoffs ensure safe field density and a fast, competitive race.

What is a handicap?

The Nightshift 5000 uses a simple head-start format. Women start two minutes ahead of the Men. This reduces congestion, spreads the field, and gives the event a thrilling chase dynamic while keeping racing fair and predictable.

Is there insurance?

Yes. All participants are covered under Black Sheep Performance Apparel’s event insurance for the Nightshift 5000. The Nightshift Criteriums are covered under Norwood Cycling Club’s event insurance.

Is there prize money?

Yes. Women’s Winner: $500; Runner Up: $250; Third Place: $100 Men’s Winner: $500; Runner Up: $250; Third Place: $100

Can I enter on the day?

If the field is not full, limited on-the-day entries may be offered. We strongly recommend entering online beforehand to secure your spot.

Is there insurance?

Yes. All participants are covered under Black Sheep Performance Apparel’s event insurance for the Nightshift 5000. The Nightshift Criteriums are covered under Norwood Cycling Club’s event insurance.

Is there prize money?

Yes. Women’s Winner: $500; Runner Up: $250; Third Place: $100 Men’s Winner: $500; Runner Up: $250; Third Place: $100

Can I enter on the day?

If the field is not full, limited on-the-day entries may be offered. We strongly recommend entering online beforehand to secure your spot.

Is there insurance?

Yes. All participants are covered under Black Sheep Performance Apparel’s event insurance for the Nightshift 5000. The Nightshift Criteriums are covered under Norwood Cycling Club’s event insurance.

Is there prize money?

Yes. Women’s Winner: $500; Runner Up: $250; Third Place: $100 Men’s Winner: $500; Runner Up: $250; Third Place: $100

Can I enter on the day?

If the field is not full, limited on-the-day entries may be offered. We strongly recommend entering online beforehand to secure your spot.

Is there insurance?

Yes. All participants are covered under Black Sheep Performance Apparel’s event insurance for the Nightshift 5000. The Nightshift Criteriums are covered under Norwood Cycling Club’s event insurance.

Is there prize money?

Yes. Women’s Winner: $500; Runner Up: $250; Third Place: $100 Men’s Winner: $500; Runner Up: $250; Third Place: $100

Can I enter on the day?

If the field is not full, limited on-the-day entries may be offered. We strongly recommend entering online beforehand to secure your spot.

Is there insurance?

Yes. All participants are covered under Black Sheep Performance Apparel’s event insurance for the Nightshift 5000. The Nightshift Criteriums are covered under Norwood Cycling Club’s event insurance.

Is there prize money?

Yes. Women’s Winner: $500; Runner Up: $250; Third Place: $100 Men’s Winner: $500; Runner Up: $250; Third Place: $100

Can I enter on the day?

If the field is not full, limited on-the-day entries may be offered. We strongly recommend entering online beforehand to secure your spot.