Our Events

There is Something For Everyone.

Across Victoria, Variety events bring people together for fun, connection and a shared purpose. Whether it’s a family day out, a fundraising event or a community celebration, every event helps support children who need it most.

Run Melbourne

19 July 2026

Run through Melbourne’s iconic streets on fully closed roads, joining 27,000 runners in one of the city’s biggest events. Choose your distance, soak up the atmosphere and turn every kilometre into real support for children who need extra support to thrive.

Variety Bash

18 August 2026

Australia’s longest‑running charity motoring adventure, filled with mateship, fun and real impact, bringing people together to drive change for kids in need. In 2026, the Bash departs Halls Gap in Victoria, heading west over 10 days to finish in Exmouth, WA.

Geelong Running Festival

20 September 2026

A vibrant waterfront running event that brings the community together along Geelong’s iconic foreshore. With flat, scenic courses and distances for all abilities, it’s a great option for first‑timers and seasoned runners alike, turning every kilometre into meaningful support for kids.

Grand Final Lunch

23 September 2026

An iconic Grand Final week lunch held at Crown Palladium, bringing the footy community together each year. Founded by Maureen Hafey OAM and her late husband, AFL legend Tom Hafey, it combines great food, entertainment and footy stories with fundraising that supports children in need.

Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival

11 October 2026

One of Australia’s most iconic running events, delivering unmatched atmosphere, big crowds and a legendary finish inside the MCG. Choose your distance and take on the challenge, turning every kilometre through Melbourne into meaningful support for children who need extra help to thrive.

Rally Around Victoria

26 February 2027

A relaxed, fully hosted driving escape through Victoria, blending scenic roads, great food and good company. In 2027, the journey heads east to Metung on the Gippsland Lakes, offering the perfect long‑weekend adventure with heart, while raising funds to support kids who need it most.

Brats Bash

27 March 2027

A family‑friendly road trip designed for kids helping kids, bringing families together for fun, adventure and purpose. Travel in convoy, explore new places and help children see the real impact of giving, while raising funds to support kids who need extra help to thrive.

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