Run with us

and save a baby's life

All you need is a pair of running shoes and a big heart and together we can give premature babies a better chance of survival. Raise $1,000 in any event and your race entry will be refunded!

Find an event in your area below or join our virtual Premmie Marathon Challenge:

NSW EVENTS

Premmie Marathon Challenge

  • When: 1 - 30 November 2025
  • Where: This virtual event can be achieved anywhere in the world 
  • Distances: 21km, 42km, 100km, 200km, 300km

The Premmie Marathon Challenge is FREE and open to all ages and abilities. You choose the distance you will run, swim, cycle, roll or walk during November.

Log your kms and track your progress through your personal fundraising page or the mobile app.

Runaway Sydney Half 2026

  • When: Sunday 3 May 2026 
  • Where: Sydney 
  • Distances: 10k, 21k  

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 most iconic half-marathon all around you. 

VIC EVENTS

NIKE Melbourne Marathon

  • When: 12 October 2025
  • Where: Melbourne Marathon 
  • Distances: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, and walk and wheelchair events.

Be a part of Australia’s premier marathon and race alongside marathon legends. Circle around Albert Park Lake, Flinders Street Station, pass the St Kilda beach foreshore and cross the finish line at the MCG.

Frankston Running Festival

  • When: 16 November 2025 
  • Where: Frankston, VIC 
  • Distances: 15k, 10k, 5k, 1k kids 

This will be an opportunity for elite athletes and fun run enthusiasts to have a unique experience running along a traffic-free Nepean Highway with the unmissable and stunning backdrop of Port Phillip Bay.

Premmie Marathon Challenge

    • When: 1 - 30 November 2025
    • Where: This virtual event can be achieved anywhere in the world 
    • Distances: 21km, 42km, 100km, 200km, 300km

    The Premmie Marathon Challenge is FREE and open to all ages and abilities. You choose the distance you will run, swim, cycle, roll or walk during November.

    Log your kms and track your progress through your personal fundraising page or the mobile app.

Great Ocean Road Running Festival

  • When: 16  - 17 May 2026
  • Where: Great Ocean Road 
  • Distances: Ultra Marathon, Marathon, Half Marathon, 14km, 6km, kids, 12km trail

A weekend long celebration of running, music and wellness hosted in the towns of Lorne and Apollo Bay.

Mornington Running Festival

  • When: 3 May 2026
  • Where: Mornington
  • Distances: Ultra Marathon, Marathon, Half Marathon, 14km, 6km, kids, 12km trail

A weekend long celebration of running, music and wellness hosted in the towns of Lorne and Apollo Bay.

Rosebud Running Festival

  • When: 7 June 2026
  • Where: Rosebud
  • Distances: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, 5k

The Rosebud Running Festival returns to Mornington Peninsula on 7 June 2026 with a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km and Kids' run.

QLD EVENTS

Run Port Douglas

  • When: 13 September 2025 
  • Where: Four Mile Beach, Port Douglas 
  • Distances: 21k, 10k, 5k, 2k 

    Run Port Douglas is Australia’s newest running event on the annual running event calendar and will be held in one of the most beautiful locations in the world, Tropical North Queensland.

     

Port Douglas Grand Fondo Festival

  • When: 12- 14 September 2025 
  • Where: Great Barrier Reef Drive, Port Douglas 
  • Distances: 136k, 100k, 60k, 48k  

    The Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival will be held in one of the most beautiful locations in the world, Tropical North Queensland. The three-day festival is the perfect excuse to visit and explore this stunning region.

     

GC50

  • When: 11 - 12 October 2025 
  • Where: Gold Coast
  • Distances: 50 Ultra, Half, 10km, 5km, Kids Dash  

    Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting out, we’ve got the perfect race for you, including an action packed weekend of running kicking off with our flagship 50km Ultra on Saturday 11 October.

     

Premmie Marathon Challenge

  • When: 1 - 30 November 2025
  • Where: This virtual event can be achieved anywhere in the world
  • Distances: 21km, 42km, 100km, 200km, 300km

The Premmie Marathon Challenge is FREE and open to all ages and abilities. You choose the distance you will run, swim, cycle, roll or walk during November.

Log your kms and track your progress through your personal fundraising page or the mobile app.

Noosa Marathon

  • When: Saturday 23rd May 2026
  • Where: Noosa
  • Distances: 5k, 10k, 21k, 42k, Wheelchair and Junior races 

    Run through beautiful Noosa and give sick and premature babies a better chance of survival. 

     

NT EVENTS

Premmie Marathon Challenge

    • When: 1 - 30 November 2025
    • Where: This virtual event can be achieved anywhere in the world
    • Distances: 21km, 42km, 100km, 200km, 300km

    The Premmie Marathon Challenge is FREE and open to all ages and abilities. You choose the distance you will run, swim, cycle, roll or walk during November.

    Log your kms and track your progress through your personal fundraising page or the mobile app.

Larapinta

    • When: 15-19 May 2026
    • Where: Larapinta Trail, NT. 

    Picture this... The Australian outback. Desert trekking. Expansive, breathtaking views. Glistening waterholes. Sunrise from the summit of Mt Sonder. Camping under the twinkling clear night sky.  

    Join our founder, Sophie Smith OAM to hike the Larapinta Trail, NT over 4 days in May 2026. Take on one of Australia’s most spectacular bushwalking and trekking experiences and raise life-saving funds for sick and premature babies. 

     

    Places are limited, so sign up today to walk with Sophie and get ready for an unforgettable journey. 

     

ACT EVENTS

Canberra Fun Run

  • When: 2nd November 2025
  • Where: Canberra 
  • Distances: Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, 2k Kids 

Take on a fast, flat course past iconic landmarks like the Old and New Parliament Houses in your choice of four distances: the AIMS-certified Half Marathon and 10K, or the Runner's World 5K and 2K Kids events. With pacers to guide you, it’s the perfect chance to hit a PB or complete your first race.

Premmie Marathon Challenge

    • When: 1 - 30 November 2025
    • Where: This virtual event can be achieved anywhere in the world
    • Distances: 21km, 42km, 100km, 200km, 300km

    The Premmie Marathon Challenge is FREE and open to all ages and abilities. You choose the distance you will run, swim, cycle, roll or walk during November.

    Log your kms and track your progress through your personal fundraising page or the mobile app.

SA EVENTS

City-Bay

    • When: 21 September 2025
    • Where: Adelaide 
    • Distances: Half Marathon, 12k, 6k, 3k  

    Run or walk the incredible Lumary City-Bay in stunning South Australia! 

Premmie Marathon Challenge

    • When: 1 - 30 November 2025
    • Where: This virtual event can be achieved anywhere in the world
    • Distances: 21km, 42km, 100km, 200km, 300km

    The Premmie Marathon Challenge is FREE and open to all ages and abilities. You choose the distance you will run, swim, cycle, roll or walk during November.

    Log your kms and track your progress through your personal fundraising page or the mobile app.

WA EVENTS

Premmie Marathon Challenge

      • When: 1 - 30 November 2025
      • Where: This virtual event can be achieved anywhere in the world
      • Distances: 21km, 42km, 100km, 200km, 300km

      The Premmie Marathon Challenge is FREE and open to all ages and abilities. You choose the distance you will run, swim, cycle, roll or walk during November.

      Log your kms and track your progress through your personal fundraising page or the mobile app.

TAS EVENTS

Premmie Marathon Challenge

  • When: 1 - 30 November 2024
  • Where: This virtual event can be achieved anywhere in the world 
  • Distances: 21km, 42km, 100km, 200km, 300km

The Premmie Marathon Challenge is FREE and open to all ages and abilities. You choose the distance you will run, swim, cycle, roll or walk during November.

Log your kms and track your progress through your personal fundraising page or the mobile app.

VIRTUAL EVENTS

Premmie Marathon Challenge

    • When: 1 - 30 November 2025
    • Where: This virtual event can be achieved anywhere in the world
    • Distances: 21km, 42km, 100km, 200km, 300km

    The Premmie Marathon Challenge is FREE and open to all ages and abilities. You choose the distance you will run, swim, cycle, roll or walk during November.

    Log your kms and track your progress through your personal fundraising page or the mobile app.

INTERNATIONAL EVENTS

Berlin Marathon 2025

    • When: 21 September 2025
    • Where: Berlin
    • Distances: Marathon

The BMW BERLIN-MARATHON is one of the largest marathons in the world. For those looking for something special, Berlin has something extraordinary in store.

Apply below to be a Charity Runner in this sought after event!

Paris Marathon 2026

    • When: 12 April 2026
    • Where: Paris
    • Distances: Marathon

Paris Marathon is one of the world's largest Marathons, attracting 50,000 runners each year!

Apply below to be a Charity Runner in this sought after event!