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By going the extra mile for our community, you’ll help Sacred Heart Mission assist hundreds of people who are experiencing homelessness to find shelter, food, care and support.
Choose a charity run
- October 2023 – Melbourne Marathon
Join thousands of participants on 15 October through iconic Melbourne streets and landmarks. Choose from 3km, 5km, 10km, 21.1km or 42.2km distances for this special event.
Register now - October 2023 – Lara Fun Run
The Lara Fun Run and Walk on 29 October is a family-friendly event taking participants on a course amongst a spectacular bush setting and plenty of wildlife.
Register now - November 2023 – Frankston Running Festival 2023
This unique running experience on 19 November takes elite athletes and fun run enthusiasts along a traffic-free Nepean Highway.
Register now - January 2024 – Portsea Twilight
Register today for a 5K or 9K run on 7 January 2024 with epic views and sunsets at the Point Nepean National Park, all in support of Sacred Heart Mission’s services.
Register now - February/March 2024 – Sunset Series
Take on three of Melbourne’s coolest tracks: The Zoo, Princes Park and The Tan in this event series – held across 7 February to 6 March 2024 – with race lengths between 4km and 8km.
Register now - April 2024 – Ballarat Marathon
The two-day running festival on 27 and 28 April 2024 is open to both elite and recreational athletes offering 1 Mile, 5K and 10K runs as well as half-marathon and marathon distances and a wheelchair half marathon.
Register now - May 2024 – RACV Solar Great Ocean Road Running Festival
Held in Lorne and Apollo Bay on 18 and 19 May 2024, this event offers runs for all fitness levels – from a 5K or 10K walk all the way up to a 60K ultra marathon. Pick your preferred run and start fundraising for the Mission.
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