DO IT FOR THE KIDS
Geelong Running Festival 2026
Run for Variety – the Children’s Charity
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20 SEPTEMBER 2026
Geelong Running Festival 2026
Coastal Run. Real Impact.
The Geelong Running Festival 2026 brings runners together along Victoria’s stunning waterfront for a race day that blends community spirit with serious achievement.
When you join Team Variety, every kilometre you run helps children who are sick, living with disability or experiencing disadvantage.
Take on the challenge. Feel the coastal energy. Run with purpose.
Join Team Variety today.
THE WHY
Why Run Geelong with Variety?
The Geelong Running Festival is known for its vibrant atmosphere, flat scenic course and welcoming crowd support. It’s perfect for first-time runners, social teams and seasoned athletes chasing a strong finish.
When you run with Variety, your effort becomes practical support for kids across Victoria.
Your fundraising helps provide:
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Mobility and adaptive equipment
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Communication devices
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Therapy and specialist support
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Opportunities to join in at school, in sport and in life
This isn’t just a waterfront run.
It’s a chance to change a child’s everyday experience.
GO THE DISTANCE
Event Details
Set along Geelong’s iconic waterfront, the festival offers multiple distances to suit every pace and fitness level.
Whether you’re tackling the Half Marathon, 10km, 5km or taking part with friends and family, you’ll be part of a race day full of energy and encouragement.
Cross the finish line knowing your run made a difference beyond race day.
DO IT FOR THE KIDS
Your Fundraising Makes Real Impact
Your commitment to the Geelong Running Festical becomes real support for a child and their family.
- $280 can help provide a modified bike
- $600 can contribute to a communication device
- $1,500 can help fund essential mobility equipment
We’ll provide simple fundraising tools and support to help you build momentum.
HOW IT WORKS
Take part for the kids in three easy steps
Register
Sign up for the festival and choose Team Variety when you register. Pick your race, lock in your spot, and get ready to run, walk or roll!
Spread the love
Start training and share why you’re running for Variety. Invite friends, family and colleagues to support you - every message helps build momentum.
Raise money
Every dollar you raise helps Variety support kids who are sick, disadvantaged or living with disability through vital equipment, programs and experiences.
Ready to Run Geelong for Variety?
Feel the sea breeze. Hear the crowd. Make your run count.
Run strong. Run together. Run for the kids.
Join Team Variety for Geelong Running Festival 2026.
[Start Fundraising]
Got questions?
Have a question or need a hand? Contact Mary on 03 8698 3900 or mary.nania@varietyvic.org.au.
We're happy to help with everything from signing up to fundraising tips.
