Take part
in an event
Getting involved in an event is a great way to support The Fred Hollows Foundation. The hard work of our fundraisers means a lot to The Foundation and their support is invaluable and goes a long way towards ending avoidable blindness.
NIKE Melbourne Marathon Festival 2025 (VIC)
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Sunday, 13 Oct 2025 |

STRYDE4 Corporate Challenge Sydney (NSW) 2025
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Wednesday 15th October 2025 |
The day promises to be a festival of purpose as Australia’s largest organisation-wide event, championing well-being, uniting communities and making a powerful social impact.
It’s where teamwork meets purpose, fun meets impact, and every step makes a difference!

Strait Link Burnie Ten 2025 (TAS)
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Sunday, 26 Oct 2025 |
Widely regarded as the premier 10km road race in Australia, its evolved to now be known as Australia's Premier Community Running Event.
So whether you're coming for the scenery, the tourist destination, a running weekend away or a personal best, we'll see you on October 26.

Canberra Times Fun Run 2025
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Sunday, 02 November 2025 |
Frankston Running Festival 2025 (VIC)
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Sunday, 16 Nov 2025 |

Elders Point to Pinnicle & Brooks Point to Pub 2025
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Sunday, 16 Novemeber 2025 |

STRYDE4 Corporate Challenge Melbourne (VIC) 2025
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Wednesday 26th November 2025 |
The day promises to be a festival of purpose as Australia’s largest organisation-wide event, championing well-being, uniting communities and making a powerful social impact.
It’s where teamwork meets purpose, fun meets impact, and every step makes a difference!

Portsea Twilight 2026
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Saturday, 03 January 2026 |

Noosa Summer Swim Festival 2026
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Saturday, 01 February — Sunday, 02 February 2026 |
Each year, more than 2,500 swimmers accompanied by around 5,000 enthusiastic supporters flock to Noosa for a weekend packed with sunshine, surf, and unforgettable swims.

Terrigal Swim Fest 2026
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Saturday, 07 March — Sunday, 08 March 2026 |
Whether you're a seasoned open-water swimmer or just dipping your toes into the sport, you'll find the perfect event to challenge and inspire you

25000 Spins Adelaide Classic March 2026 (SA)
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Wednesday, 18th - Sunday, 22nd March 2026 |

Mooloolaba Mile Ocean Swim 2026
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Saturday, 21st March — Sunday, 22 March 2026 |

Kunanyi Mountain Run 2026
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Friday 27 March - Sunday 29 March 2026 |

The Canberra Times Marathon Festival 2026 (ACT)
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Saturday, 11 April - Sunday, 12 April 2026 |

Hobart Marathon Festival 2026
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Sunday, 12 April 2026 |
With picturesque waterways, pristine bushland, rugged mountains, captivating history and a world- class gourmet & cultural scene, runners will be enamoured by all this great city has to offer.

Support The Fred Hollows Foundation in the BALLARAT MARATHON 2026
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Saturday, 25 Apr — Sunday, 26 Apr 2026 |
Ballarat has a rich sporting and cultural history. The BALLARAT MARATHON celebrates this.
Held annually in late April, the Ballarat Marathon is a two-day running festival, open to both elite and recreational athletes.
Our event showcases one of regional Australia’s most beautiful and historic cities and promotes health and wellbeing across the community.

HOKA Runaway Sydney Half Marathon 2026
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Sunday, 03 May 2026 |
For a few amazing hours in perfect Autumn running conditions, the best of Sydney's city streets are yours to enjoy. None of the big city hustle and bustle, just wide-open city streets, stunning views and the buzz of Australia's biggest half-marathon all around you.
The HOKA Runaway Sydney Half Marathon is a truly unique city running experience through the beating heart of Sydney CBD.

Mornington Running Festival 2026
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Saturday, 03 May 2026 |
The Mornington Running Festival returns to Mornington Peninsula for the 12th time on the 3 May, 2026 weekend.

Cooly Classic Ocean Swim 2026
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Saturday, 16 May — Sunday, 17 May 2026 |
Your Start line, Snapper Rocks, is one of the world’s most famous surf breaks.
Then, your course is a straight line to Kirra Beach, passing Rainbow Bay, Greenmount and Coolangatta Beaches as you swim.

ASICS Runaway Noosa Marathon 2026
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Saturday, 23 May 2026 |
The ASICS Runaway Noosa Team is excited to confirm we will be back on Saturday 23 May 2026.

Rosebud Running Festival 2026
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Sunday, 07 June 2026 |
The course will cover sections along the foreshore trails (Bay trail) with runners being able to enjoy running through some stunning landscapes with Port Phillip Bay as the backdrop.
The course will take competitors from the Start/Finish line at Rosebud to McCrae and back to Rosebud for the 5km and 10km events. The Marathon + Half Marathon competitors will continue past the start line at Rosebud and head towards Capel Sound with the turnaround just before the Rye Pier and back past finish line at Rosebud and head towards McCrae Boat Ramp and back again to finish line.
The weekend features a variety of running & walking events to suit all ages and fitness levels. All finishers receive a finishers medal.
Join 'Team Fred' (Australia)

Fred's Big Run 2026
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Friday, 1 Aug - Sunday, 31 Aug 2026 |
The Fred Hollows Foundation is proud to announce that Fred's Big Run is BACK!
Join for FREE and choose to run or walk 50km, 100km or 150km to restore sight.
You can take part from anywhere in Australia that suits YOU!
Add your name now to secure your spot in this exclusive event.
Challenge yourself to step up and support The Fred Hollows Foundation to give the gift of sight and change lives for the world’s most vulnerable people!