Public Great Pursuit Race
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Description
After a 7-year hiatus, Uplift Events proudly presents the Public Great Pursuit Race, returning to Melbourne's CBD on Sunday, 2 November 2025.
This dynamic 2.5-hour urban adventure race challenges teams of two to plan, strategize, and navigate 5 to 7 kilometers through the heart of Melbourne. Participants will encounter a diverse range of checkpoints, testing their teamwork, problem-solving, and endurance.
The revitalized race promises all the excitement and challenges that have previously attracted thousands of participants, delivering an unforgettable urban adventure experience in one of Australia’s most vibrant city centers.
Distances:
Adventure Race:
2.5 Hours - 5 - 7K - teams of 2
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