Herald Sun/Transurban Run for the Kids

MAR
29
2026
The Herald Sun/Transurban Run for the Kids is a charity fun run and walk in Melbourne's Docklands. It offers 14.4 km and 4.7 km courses, with participants starting in groups based on their pace. Funds raised support the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal.
Sun 29 Mar 2026
14 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Information

The Herald Sun/Transurban Run for the Kids is a fun-run and walk event. The event takes place in Docklands, Victoria, Australia. It is scheduled for a Sunday in March.

The event supports fundraising for the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal.

Course Distances and Start Groups

The event features two main course distances:

  • A 14.4 km long course.
  • A 4.7 km short course.

Participants are organized into specific start zones based on their intended pace or activity (run, jog, walk). Each zone has a different start time. For the long course, zones include Pre-Qualified, Fast, Run, Jog, and Walk. For the short course, zones include Fast, Jog, Walk, and a Family Fun zone. Pram runners and walkers are directed to specific zones.

Registration Details

Standard registration fees are $79.95 for the long course and $69.95 for the short course. A pay-later team creation option is available with a $100 non-refundable deposit, requiring contact with the race office for an access code. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

14 km
14.4km Long Course
5 km
4.7km Short Course