RUN MELBOURNE 2026
Make Your Run Mean More
Take on one of Melbourne’s biggest running events and help support kids living with disability.
Register for Run Melbourne with Team Variety
Choose 5.5km, 10km or Half Marathon. Register now.
SUNDAY 19 JULY 2026
Run Melbourne for the Kids
The iconic Half Marathon that brings Melbourne together is back in 2026 - and this year, every step can help change a child’s life. By running with Team Variety at ASICS Run Melbourne, you’ll join more than 27,000 runners taking over Melbourne’s streets on fully closed roads, racing past world-famous landmarks and into the roar of cheering crowds.
Whether you’re chasing a new PB or running in support of kids who are sick, disadvantaged or living with disability, your run becomes something bigger. With Variety – the Children’s Charity, you’re not just part of one of Australia’s most loved running events - you’re helping fund life-changing equipment, programs and experiences for kids who need it most.
Finish strong at Melbourne Park, celebrate your achievement in one of Australia’s most iconic sporting arenas, and know that because of you, a child’s world just opened up a little more. Let’s run this city - together.
CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE 5.5KM > 10KM > 21.1KM
THE WHY
Do it for the Kids
Across Australia, 1 in 9 children live with disability, and 1 in 6 live in poverty. Too many miss out on the opportunities others take for granted. But together, we can help change that.
When you run with Team Variety, every dollar you raise helps provide life-changing equipment, programs and experiences for kids who are sick, disadvantaged or living with disability - giving them the chance to move, play, learn and thrive.
Anh just donated $100- Alex just donated $60
- Uday Shanker just donated $500
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- John just donated $263.75
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- Joel just donated $6.13
- Douglas just donated $33.15
- Hassan just donated $5
- Joel just donated $6.13
RUN FOR FREE
Be a Charity Superstar and Run for Free
JOIN TEAM MACE
Our Ambassador
Meet Daniel, a proud dad running Run Melbourne for kids who need extra support - including his seven-year-old son, Mace.
Mace is Autistic and non-verbal, and their family has been part of the Variety community for over a year. Daniel knows firsthand the difference Variety makes for families like his.
“This run is about becoming the best version of myself - for my kids. I’ve never been a runner, but I’m doing this for them. Variety means everything to our family.”
When a parent runs for their child, every step matters. Join Daniel, walk, jog or run, and help turn effort into life-changing support for kids across Victoria.
HOW IT WORKS
Take part for the kids in three easy steps
Register
Sign up for Run Melbourne and choose Team Variety when you register. Pick your distance, lock in your spot, and get ready to run through the heart of Melbourne.
Fundraise
Start training and share why you’re running for Variety. Invite friends, family and colleagues to support you - every message helps build momentum.
Run
Get ready to Run Melbourne on closed CBD streets with thousands of like-minded people, supporting kids living with disability.
Hit Your Fundraising Targets
Claim your FREE Team Variety gear when you reach fundraising milestones for the kids.
Your rewards will be available on the day at the Team Variety marquee.
Heartly Keyring
Raise $150 to claim your FREE Heartly mascot key ring. Limited to 500.
Team Variety Tee
Raise $700 to claim your FREE Team Variety tee. Be quick. Limited to 200.
Variety Beanie
Raise $1,500 to kit yourself out and claim your FREE Variety beanie. Limited to 100.
Be a part of Team Variety
When you run with Team Variety, you’re not doing this on your own.
You’re part of a community of runners and walkers showing up for kids and families across Victoria - training, fundraising and supporting each other along the way. Every message you send, every kilometre you cover and every small win you share helps turn effort into real impact for children who need extra support.
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.
