DO IT FOR THE KIDS
Nike Melbourne Marathon 2026
Run for Variety – the Children’s Charity
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11 OCTOBER 2026
Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival 2026
Run the City. Change a Life.
The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival 2026 is one of Australia’s most iconic running events. From the roar of the crowd to the unforgettable finish inside the MCG, this is race day at its biggest.
When you join Team Variety, every kilometre through Melbourne helps children who are sick, living with disability or experiencing disadvantage.
Take on the challenge. Feel the energy. Run with purpose.
Join Team Variety today.
THE WHY
Why Run Nike Melbourne Marathon with Variety?
The Melbourne Marathon Festival draws thousands of runners from across Australia and beyond. Whether you’re chasing a marathon milestone, tackling your first Half Marathon or stepping up to a shorter distance, this event delivers atmosphere, pride and serious accomplishment.
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
Run one of Australia’s greatest races and make it count for something bigger.
GO THE DISTANCE
Event Details
The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival offers multiple distances including:
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Marathon
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Half Marathon
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10km
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5km
With a finish inside the MCG, this is a bucket-list event for runners of all levels.
Cross that finish line knowing your run helped change a child’s everyday experience.
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. Every dollar you raise helps a child gain confidence, independence and the chance to participate fully.
HOW IT WORKS
Take part for the kids in three easy steps
Register
Sign up for the marathon 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 Melbourne for Variety?
Feel the energy of the city. Hear the crowd inside the MCG. Make your run matter.
Run proud. Run powerful. Run for the kids.
Join Team Variety for the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival 2026.
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.
