Customised Kits And Record Shops: These Are The Best Race-Week Events To Get Behind

The countdown is on to the buzziest event on Sydney/Eora’s running calendar. On Sunday, 30 August, tens of thousands of seasoned runners will tackle the 42.195-kilometres, crossing the finish line at the iconic Sydney Opera House. 

But the fun begins well before anyone breaks a sweat. 

Leading up to race day, lululemon is hosting an epic line-up of free activations to help you get in the zone. From a pop-up record shop with music and mindset sessions to customised kits, here's everything you need to know about the race-week events. 

Print Shop 

If you're looking to give your race-week ’fit a little more personality, lululemon's Print Shop is the place to do it.

Set within Pitt Street Mall from Wednesday 26 August to Sunday 30 August, the pop-up will let you customise your lululemon gear with bespoke graphics and exclusive Sydney 2026 designs.

The Print Shop is open throughout race week, giving you plenty of time to swing by, get creative and put your own spin on your kit. While you’re there, refresh your running kit with their Fast and Free tank top or high-rise shorts from the latest Run Drop.

The Details:
When: Wednesday 26 August—Sunday 30 August 2026
Where: Pitt Street Mall, Sydney CBD
Opening hours:
Wednesday 26 August: 9:30am–7:45pm
Thursday 27 August: 9:30am–9:45pm
Friday 28 August: 9:30am–7:45pm
Saturday 29 August: 9:30am–7:45pm
Sunday 30 August: 10am–7:45pm

Record Shop 

What's a great run without a great soundtrack?

From Friday 28 August to Sunday 30 August, lululemon's Record Shop is taking over Primhaus in Darlinghurst, creating a space dedicated to music, mindset and your running mantra.

Think Sydney DJs spinning throughout the weekend on the lululemon soundsystem, coffee and somewhere to hang with your crew. You can also lay down your own mantra, customise a record sleeve or simply drop in and soak up the atmosphere.

There are also two programmed moments across the weekend: a hosted session with music curator Derrick Gee and lululemon Ambassador Ryan Mannix, and a Saturday morning Shakeout hosted by lululemon Ambassador Katie Martin featuring Cosmo's Midnight.

The Record Shop itself is free and open to all, with no booking required. Bookings are only needed for the programmed events, which have limited capacity.

The Details:
When: Friday 28 August—Sunday 30 August 2026
Where: The Record Shop, Primhaus, 121 Riley Street, Darlinghurst
Opening hours:
Friday 28 August: 10am–4pm
Saturday 29 August: 11am–6pm
Sunday 30 August: 9am–2pm

Set Your Record With Derrick Gee And Ryan Mannix

Want to get your head in the right place before the big day? This one's for you.

Music curator Derrick Gee and lululemon Ambassador Ryan Mannix will come together for a 60-minute hosted session exploring how music and mindset can elevate your race experience.

The session will look at how sound can set your pace, how breath can hold your focus and how the right mindset can carry you from the starting line to the finish.

Spaces are limited, so you'll need to register ahead of time.

The Details:
When: Friday 28 August, 5pm
Where: The Record Shop, Primhaus, 121 Riley Street, Darlinghurst
Cost: Free
Booking: Register here. 

Shakeout Hosted By lululemon Ambassador Katie Martin Featuring Cosmo's Midnight

Nothing beats a little movement to get you feeling race-ready.

At 8am and 11am on Saturday morning, lululemon Ambassador Katie Martin will lead an easy-paced Shakeout starting from the Record Shop, before runners head back to Primhaus for a DJ set from Cosmo's Midnight.

All paces are welcome, making this less about chasing a PB and more about getting some easy kilometres in, moving with the community and soaking up the race-week energy.

Spaces are limited, so registration is required.

The Details:
When: Saturday 29 August, 8am and 11am
Where: The Record Shop, Primhaus, 121 Riley Street, Darlinghurst
Cost: Free
Booking: Register here. 

Whether you're gearing up for race day, supporting your mates or simply looking for a new way to tap into Sydney's running energy, lululemon's race-week activations are bringing plenty of reasons to get out and about.

From customising your kit in Pitt Street Mall to finding your perfect running mantra at Primhaus, consider your pre-race plans sorted.

Whether you’re pounding the pavement in the Sydney Marathon or cheering your crew on from the sidelines, celebrate the race-week atmosphere at one of lululemon's free activations.

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