Vision Australia's Santa Fun Run

Join hundreds of Santas in Sydney or Melbourne for a festive run, walk, jog or roll, with Vision Australia's Santa Fun Run 2024.

Online registrations for Melbourne close at 11pm 22 November.
Hot weather warning for Melbourne event, see here for more.

This family friendly event raises funds for children's services at Vision Australia and contributes to Carols by Candlelight, an event helping kids who are blind or have low vision to live the life they choose.

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Sienna

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$5,781

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$3,020

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$2,742

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$2,686

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Ho ho ho, it's time to get into the Christmas spirit with Vision Australia's Santa Fun Run!

In November 2024, Santa Fun Run will bring the festive joy to two locations – The Tan Track in Melbourne and Metcalfe Park in Sydney.

Adult

Standard $48

Junior
4-18 years

Standard $38

Family
2x adults, 2x juniors

Standard $146

Kids
under 4 years
or Support Person

FREE

Note: Bib and merchandise postage avalible until 4th Nov. From this time, only event collection will be avaliable.

All ticket entries include a race bib, event shirts sold separately.

Run in Melbourne

Course Details:

Date: 23 November
Assembly time: 8:00AM
Start Time: 9:30AM
Location: The Tan Track, Melbourne Botanic Gardens
Distance: 3.8km for 1 lap, 7.6km for 2 laps
Weather warning: In the event of extreme heat, all waves will be reduced to 1 lap only, following health guidelines from local authorities.

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Run in Sydney

Course Details:

Date: 30 November
Assembly time: 8:00AM
Start time: 9:30AM
Location: Metcalfe Park, Darling Harbour
Distance: 4km for 1 lap, 8km for 2 laps

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We want to thank you for signing up for Vision Australia's Santa Fun Run and reward your fundraising efforts as you raise money for children who are blind or have low vision.

Check out the awesome rewards up for grabs!

Win a family pass to Carols by Candlelight 2024

Be our highest Melbourne fundraising team to win a family pass (2x adults, 2x kids) to Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight.

Become a Reindeer Rockstar and win a pair of Merri People boots

Raise $100 on your team page by November 21 for your chance to win a pair of Merry People Bobbi boots.

Win a Double Pass with BridgeClimb Sydney

Be our highest Sydney fundraising team to win a double pass to climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge with BridgeClimb Sydney.

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All funds raised by the Santa Fun Run will support our Carols by Candlelight fundraising efforts. This events helps to fund Vision Australia's children's services program, Life Ready.

The Life Ready program is designed to encourage and support childhood development and the education of children and young people who are blind or have low vision, so they can form strong foundations for life, true meaningful participation and lifelong employment.

SEE YOUR IMPACT

“Participating in the Santa Fun Run last year for Vision Australia was an absolute blast! The event was incredibly well-organised, and knowing that my participation was supporting Vision Australia’s vital work made it even more rewarding. I loved every moment of it and will be back next year!”

- Nigel Mapes with his wife Jo and their two golden retrievers Hudson and Honey

“We used the SFR last year as a way to let all our family and friends know that Eddy had recently been diagnosed with blindness. It’s a great family day out that raises awareness and helps support kids like Eddy, but the best part was the overwhelming support that we received – especially as we were about to join this community with Eddy.”

- Lauren Peroni from Team Eddy’s Eagles

“We had a wonderful time participating in the Vision Australia Santa Run in 2023 as a family, and we’re looking forward to taking part again in 2024. Ethan and Sam are excited to fundraise for Vision Australia's Life Ready Program – a program that supports them and vision-impaired children like them to reach their potential. We hope to see you there!”

- Rebecca Bradley

“Our family enjoyed attending the event last year. The event had a great vibe – how could it not with that many Santas? There were activities for all ages, including face painting, carol singers, and a sausage sizzle. We’re definitely planning to come again this year.”

- Simon Moss with his wife Vanessa and his sons Sebastian and Hugo

“The Santa Fun Run was a wonderful way to spend a spring morning with the family, with the bonus of raising money for such an important cause. The kids felt a sense of achievement finishing the run and loved a good snuggle with the Seeing Eye Dog pups!”

- Glen Debreceny with his wife and daughters