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Get active for Red Nose by joining an event - you can challenge yourself to a marathon, swim, ride or anything in between.

Why not make it even more fun by getting a group of friends to enter with you in a team!

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Hike for Hope

Tasmania, 5-8 Mar 2025

Join our brave fundraisers on this adventure of a lifetime! Over four spectacular days you'll explore flowering heathland, unique rainforest pockets and the highest sea cliffs in Australia - all from a nightly base in a comfortable lodge. Experience one of the best hiking destinations in the world before wrapping up with an award-winning Wilderness Cruise back to Hobart.

 

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Portsea Twilight 2025

Portsea, VIC, 4 Jan 2025

Including a scenic 9.5km run and a fast, flat 5.5km plus a Kids 2.2km event, there's something for everyone! Starting from the Quarantine Station, enjoy breathtaking views of Bass Strait, Port Phillip Bay, Holt Memorial and Fort Pearce.

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The Sunset Series

Melbourne VIC, 5 Feb - 5 Mar 2025

Whether it's racing alongside Giraffes at The Zoo, battling the Anderson Street hill at The Tan or taking on the lush green Princess Park, this event is perfect for everyone. Join a summer of running the way it should be. Fun and sunshine, there's enough for everyone.

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Run The Rock 2025

Hanging Rock VIC, 22 Mar 2025

Escape to the stunning Macedon Ranges and join a day of fun at Hanging Rock! Experience the beautiful natural scenery on an incredible weekend getaway at one of Victoria's most iconic natural landmarks. Run amongst the beautiful scenery and enjoy the fun in the Event Village post-event with live music, food trucks, games for the whole family and more.

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Hobart Airport Marathon Festival

Hobart TAS, 6 Apr 2025

Be beguiled by the charming, contrasting blend of heritage, scenery and culture nestled amongst world-class attractions throughout this 2 lap course. With five distances on offer, everyone has an opportunity to experience the thrill of crossing the finish line with Hobart's iconic waterfront as the backdrop.

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The Canberra Times Marathon Festival

Canberra ACT, 13 Apr 2025

This prestigious event offers five different distances that each showcase the scenery and history of Australia's Capital City. All races start near the Old Parliament House and allow you to soak in the scenic views of the National Triangle and Lake Burley Griffin - the centrepiece of Canberra.

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Ballarat Marathon 2025

Ballarat VIC, 26-27 Apr 2025

Held annually in late April, the Ballarat Marathon will be a two-day running festival, open to both elite and recreational athletes. Showcasing one of regional Australia’s most beautiful and historic cities and promoting health and wellbeing across the community, Ballarat invites all elite and recreational runners to visit the city and #RUNTHERAT.

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Mudgee Classic 2025

Mudgee NSW, 3-4 May Mon 2025

Set in the beautiful Mudgee wine region and catering for all levels of cycling ability, this event offers four courses: 170km Maxi Classic, 120km Challenge Classic, 65km Rouleurs Classic, 35km Social Classic and the 55km Dirty Mudgee Gravel Ride.

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Runaway Sydney Half Marathon

Sydney NSW, 4 May 2025

Experience a truly unique city running experience through the beating heart of Sydney's CBD. None of the big city bustle, just wide-open streets, stunning views and the buzz of Australia’s biggest half-marathon. With two event distances, Half Marathon and 10km, you'll love running streetstyle.

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Mornington Running Festival

Mornington VIC, 4 May 2025

Experience one of Australia's most stunning courses, winding along the esplanade from Mornington to Mt Martha and back. Walk or run along this traffic-free road, with events to suit all ages and fitness levels. All finishers receive a finishers medal and a free donut!

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Great Ocean Road Running Festival

Lorne VIC, 17-18 May 2025

Set in what is truly Australia's most stunning place to run, winding along the wild and windswept coast of the Southern Ocean, the scenic course is guaranteed to take your breath away. The weekend features a variety of running & walking events to suit all ages and fitness levels, as well as Festival activities including yoga, kites, live music & more.

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Runaway Noosa Marathon 2025

Noosa QLD, 24 May 2025

Escape to world famous Noosa for the ASICS Runaway Noosa Marathon and a weekend filled with sunshine and good times. With a flat, fast and friendly multi-lap course set in the heart of Noosa township and multi distances to choose from, it’s easy to find your happy running place right here.

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Brisbane Marathon Festival 2025

Brisbane QLD, 1 Jun 2025

One of the most historic events on the Queensland running calendar, this Festival has iconic resonance with the 1982 Commonwealth Games where the famed Robert de Castella was first across the line in a celebrated victory. This magnificent day embarked a running frenzy in Brisbane where the first official Brisbane Marathon was open to the public in 1992.

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7 Cairns Marathon Festival

Cairns QLD, 13 Jul 2025

Located in beautiful North Queensland, event distances include the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km and the 2km. The 2km event allows parents with prams and wheelchair entrants to take part and enjoy the festival atmosphere. With a distance to suit every ability and age group, this community-focused event caters to all those wanting to take part, including families and those with both physical and intellectual disabilities.

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Have something else in mind?

Why not create your own DIY Fundraiser!

Host a morning tea, casual dress day, trivia night or anything in-between – the possibilities are endless! Register today so we can provide you support and free resources to get the most out of your fundraiser.

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Your Impact

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World-class research projects to help stop babies dying

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