Ballarat Christmas Fun Run
Event location
Description
Join the Ballarat Christmas Fun Run on Sunday, 14 December 2025, a welcoming community event held at Victoria Park, Newington, Ballarat, VIC. Participants can select from accessible distances of 3.2km, 7km, 10km, or 13km, all on a flat, scenic course featuring fully closed roads for safety and enjoyment.
The course consists of 3.2km laps around Victoria Park: complete one lap for 3.2km, two laps for 7km, three laps for 10km, or four laps for 13km. For younger children aged 6 years and under, a 420m Micro Marathon is available, with parents encouraged to run alongside their little ones.
This relaxed and festive event offers a perfect opportunity to connect with the community, have fun, and stay active during the busy holiday season. Participants are encouraged to wear Christmas-themed costumes to add to the festive spirit.
Organised by the Ballarat Run Club, the event supports vital causes by raising funds and awareness for Grampians Health through the Ballarat Health Services Foundation and Foodbank Victoria.
Distances:
Kids' (6 yrs & under) 420m Micro Marathon
3.2K (1 lap)
7K (2 laps)
10K (3 laps)
13K (4 laps)
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