Fundraising Events

Keen to get moving (but don't want all the admin of setting up your campaign)?  There are a bunch of community events and challenges you can pick from. Whether you want to run, swim, walk, or push yourself in an obstacle course, sign up to one of the below and challenge yourself to make a difference.

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January 2025

2025 Portsea Twilight
4 January 2025 | Point Nepean National Park

Kickstart the summer of 2025 with epic views & sunsets at Portsea Twilight, and start the year off right by fundraising for youth mental health along the way. 

The Portsea Twilight run takes place at the Point Nepean National Park, with stunning views of Bass Strait on one side and Port Phillip Bay on the other. Test your fitness on a fast 5.5K, the awe-challenging 9.5K or the 2.2K kids course.

February 2025

Sun Run 2025
1 February 2025 | Sydney

Get ready to challenge yourself to a 7km or 10km fun run along the spectacular Northern Beaches coastline from Dee Why Beach to Manly Beach.

Don't miss the chance to go the extra mile and raise funds for ReachOut!

Cole Classic 2025
2 February 2025 | Sydney

On Sunday, February 2, participants in the world's largest ocean swim, the Cole Classic, will dive into the waters off Manly for 1km, 2km, and 5km swims. The event kicks off at Shelly Beach and concludes at the iconic Manly Beach, right in front of the Manly Life Saving Club.

Don't miss the chance to raise funds for ReachOut at the 2025 Cole Classic, and use this opportunity to practice for our annual signature fundraising event Laps for Life!

Sunset Series 2025
5 February - 5 March 2025 | Melbourne

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.

The Zoo race is taking place on February 5th, the Princess Park race on February 19th, and The Tan race on March 5th. Register for one of these races, or register for all three, and go the extra mile by raising funds for ReachOut along the way.

March 2025

Hobart Run the Bridge 2025
2 March 2025 | Hobart

Take in all the iconic sites of Hobart, on foot. The Hobart Run The Bridge starts at Bellerive Oval, then heads along the Hobart Waterfront taking in Bellerive Quay, Kangaroo Bay, Tasman Bridge, Government House, Hobart Waterfront, Salamanca and Battery Point. Cross the glorious finish line, then turn around and take your pick of café, bar or restaurant, as you’ll be right in the middle of the Hobart scene.

Run The Rock 2025
22 March 2025 | Hanging Rock Victoria

Escape to the stunning Macedon Ranges and join us for a day of fun at Hanging Rock on Saturday 22 March 2025.

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. Don't miss the chance to raise funds for youth mental health along the way.

Nepean Triathlon 2025
29-30 March 2025 | Penrith

The Nepean Triathlon is a unique and iconic challenge no matter if you are a professional, competitive age grouper, weekend warrior or team.

The event offers one of the best venues in Australia to race a triathlon. The fast, flat and traffic free course has ample spectator opportunities and finishes in front of the main grandstand. Don't miss the oppurtunity to raise funds for youth mental health.

April 2025

Hobart Airport Marathon Festival 2025
6 April 2025 | Hobart

The Hobart Airport Marathon Festival is set along the spectacular Constitution Dock, Derwent River and Salamanca Wharves. With picturesque waterways, pristine bushland, rugged mountains, and captivating history, runners will be enamoured by all this great city has to offer.

With five distances on offer, everyone has an opportunity to experience the thrill of crossing the finish line, and to go the extra mile by raising funds to improve young people's wellbeing. 

The Canberra Times Marathon Festival 2025
13 April 2025 | Canberra

Experience the history of the Capital City at The Canberra Times Marathon Festival on 13 April 2025. This event offers five different distances that each showcase the scenery and history of Australia's Capital City. Choose from the AIMS certified Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K courses, or the 5.4K and Kids' 2K fun run.

There is something for runners of every level, so join in on this celebration of running - whether you're a seasoned athlete or a beginner.

Ballarat Marathon 2025
26 - 27 April 2025 | Ballarat

The Ballarat Marathon is designed to celebrate Ballarat's rich sporting and cultural history. Held annually in late April, the Ballarat Marathon will be a two-day running festival, open to both elite and recreational athletes.

Go the extra mile and raise much-needed funds for youth mental health at the Ballarat Marathon this April!

May 2025

Mornington Running Festival 2025
4 May 2025 | Mornington Peninsula

Run for ReachOut in the Mornington Running Festival 2025. Set in what is one of Australia's most stunning courses to run, winding along the esplanade from Mornington to Mt Martha and back. This unique experience to run or walk along this road free from traffic is unmissable. The weekend features a variety of running & walking events to suit all ages and fitness levels, and all finishers receive a finishers medal and a free donut.

Don't miss the chance to go the extra mile and raise funds for youth mental health.

The Royal Challenge 2025
4 May 2025 | Royal National Park

Since 2011, the Royal Challenge has been raising funds for charities in the stunning Royal National Park, Sutherland. This inclusive event features a 21km ski paddle and a 21km run, offering participants the option to compete as an individual, or in 2 or 4-person teams.

Don't miss the chance to go the extra mile and raise funds for youth mental health.

Mudgee Classic 2025
3 - 4 May 2025 | Mudgee

Ride for ReachOut in the Mudgee Classic. Set in New South Wales’ beautiful Mudgee wine region, the Mudgee Classic will surely be a bike ride to remember. Catering for all levels of cycling ability, the event offers four courses: 170km Maxi Classic, 120km Challenge Classic, 65km Rouleurs Classic, 35km Social Classic and the 55km Dirty Mudgee Gravel Ride.

ASICS Runaway Noosa Marathon 2025
24 May 2025 | Noosa

Escape to Noosa and run for youth mental health 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.

Don't miss the chance to go the extra mile and raise funds for youth mental health.

June 2025

Brisbane Marathon Festival 2025
1 June 2025 | Brisbane

Run for ReachOut in one of the most historic events on the Queensland running calendar, the Brisbane Marathon Festival! Choose from five distances, and run individually or as part of a team. Don't miss the opportunity to raise critical funds for youth mental health.

McGrath Launceston Running Festival 2025
1 June 2025 | Launceston

Choose from the Half Marathon, 10km, 5km or mile race at one of Tasmania's premiere running events, otherwise known as Australia's fastest road race!  

Don't miss this opportunity to raise funds for ReachOut and make your run count!

July 2025

ASICS Gold Coast Marathon 2025
5-6 July 2025 | Gold Coast

Join thousands of others and make a difference by running the 45th edition of the Gold Coast Marathon! Chose from eight races and run with participants of all ages and abilities from around the world.

Don't miss this opportunity to raise funds for ReachOut and make your run count!

7Cairns Marathon Festival 2025
13 July 2025 | Cairns

Run for ReachOut in The 7 Cairns Marathon Festival: a must-do destination event in Australia for all running and lifestyle event enthusiasts! 

Run Melbourne 2025
13 July 2025 | Melbourne

Run for ReachOut in the Run Melbourne 2025, and raise critical funds for youth mental health. Rally behind ReachOut, and make your run count!

August 2025

Sunshine Coast Marathon 2025
10 August 2025 | Sunshine Coast

The EVA Air Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival is an AIMS certified course and is one of the most-loved running festivals in Australia. 

Located on the stunning Sunshine Coast in Queensland, this event has been timed to make the most of the ideal Queensland winter running conditions. Blue skies, low humidity and mild temperatures combined with a flat course, always enable fast times. 

Don't miss the opportunity to run for ReachOut this August!

TCS Sydney Marathon 2025
31 August 2025 | Sydney

The 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS is the newest member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors! With an expected 35,000 runners to take on the seventh Abbott World Marathon Major, don't miss this opportunity to run alongside participants from across the globe! 

Rally behind ReachOut and make your run count!

September 2025

Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival 2025
12-14 September 2025 | Port Douglas

Chose from the 136km and 100km Gran Fondo, 60km Semi Fondo or the 48km Medio Fondo routes which will be held in Tropical North Queensland! These rides will be timed but are not a race, so you can choose to challenge yourself for a best time, or take the time to soak in the beautiful surroundings. 

Don't miss the opportunity to ride for ReachOut this September!

October 2025

Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival 2025
12 October 2025 | Melbourne

Join thousands of others and make a difference as you run, jog, wheel or walk your way through the city streets, passing iconic Melbourne landmarks before finishing with a lap of honour around the MCG’s hallowed turf.

Get a team together or take on the challenge solo and choose from the 1km Mini Marathon, 2.5km, 5km, 10km, 21.1km or 42.2km. Whether your focus is the finish line, or the finish time, don’t miss the chance to go the extra mile and raise funds for youth mental health.
Want to do a different fundraising activity? Go back to our main fundraising page, or get in touch with our friendly Fundraising Team on supporters@reachout.com.