Nationwide Events Across Australia

Join Us to Raise Funds for NRF in 2026!

These events are updated monthly


Victoria

Melbourne, VIC – Great Ocean Road Running Festival
Date: 16th & 17th May, 2026
Location: Great Ocean Road VIC

Hit the iconic Great Ocean Road in 2026 with a weekend full of running, fun, and breathtaking scenery! Push your limits, soak in the stunning coastal views, and make every stride count by fundraising for the NRF.

Whether you’re racing for personal bests or running to support a cause, this is your chance to combine fitness, adventure, and giving back.

Find out more, register, and start fundraising here

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Melbourne, VIC – Run Melbourne
Date: July 19, 2026
Location: Melbourne Park Oval & City Streets

Join over 27,000 runners for Melbourne’s iconic running festival! Run Melbourne brings the city together for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit as participants race past Melbourne’s most famous landmarks.

Whether you’re running for a personal best or fundraising for the NRF, this event is the perfect way to stay active, connect with the community, and support a great cause.

Find out more, register, and start fundraising here

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Western Australia

Perth, WA – HBF Run for a Reason
Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026
Location: Perth, WA

HBF Run for a Reason is Perth’s biggest annual fundraising challenge! This year, participants raised over $2 million for more than 350 charities, running, walking, and wheeling their way through one of three sold-out distances: the Brooks Half Marathon, the Specsavers 12km, or the CommBank 3km.

Join the movement, challenge yourself, and support an incredible cause. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or fundraising for a charity close to your heart, this is your chance to make a difference while enjoying Perth’s streets and community spirit.

Find out more, register, and start fundraising here.

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Tasmania

Hobart, TAS – St Luke’s Run The Bridge
Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
Location: Hobart, TAS

The St Luke’s Run The Bridge fun run and walk is one of Tasmania’s premier running events! Participants enjoy a scenic journey over the iconic Tasman Bridge while celebrating fitness, fun, and community spirit in the heart of Hobart.

Whether you’re running for a personal best, walking with friends, or supporting a great cause, this event is the perfect way to stay active and connect with the community.

Find out more, register, and start fundraising here.

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