Run Melbourne
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Run Melbourne 2026
Run Melbourne takes place on 19 July 2026 in the central business district of Melbourne. The event uses fully closed roads and a course described as fast and flat, passing city landmarks and finishing at Melbourne Park.
Organisers expect participation from over 28,000 runners. Multiple distances are offered to accommodate different types of entrants and families. The event has a long fundraising history, having raised over $21 million across 18 years, and continues to support charity fundraising efforts.
The event is presented by Sole Motive, an Australian family owned organisation founded in 1980 that runs events and retail activities and works with Runner’s World. The event programme includes race village features, merchandise and volunteer opportunities as part of the event experience.
Distances include:
- 21.1K Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5.5K
- Kids 2K Dash
Information about specific race logistics, entry categories and event services is provided by the organisers. The description above summarises the main features stated for Run Melbourne 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.