Cardinia Fun Run & Walk
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Event details
Cardinia Fun Run & Walk 2026 takes place on Sunday 1 March 2026 at Deep Creek Reserve, Cameron Way, Pakenham, VIC. The event supports the Cardinia Community Foundation. The course runs through reserve wetlands alongside the golf course and park. The first 150 registered participants are eligible to receive a free event T-shirt. Early bib and T-shirt collection begins on Monday 23 February at Cardinia Life. Fundraising information notes a goal for the Cardinia Community Foundation.
Distances offered:
- 10km South Side Racing Run
- 5km Run
- 5km O'Connor Walk (prams and dogs welcome)
- 2.5km Gumbuya World Kids Colour Run
Program and entries
The event program stages the races in the following order: the 10km run, the 5km run, the 2.5km kids colour run, then the 5km walk. Bib collection is available on the day at the registration desk. Prizes are awarded to the first three male and female finishers in the 10km and 5km runs, with equivalent top-three prizes for kids in the 10km and 5km categories. A participation medal is provided for all participants. Registration fees vary by event and age category. Event contact is listed as Aligned Leisure / Cardinia Leisure. Sponsors include Southside Racing, O'Connor Beef, Gumbuya World and others. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
