About this event
The Weight of War Run is a free charity run taking place in Karratha on Saturday 5 December 2026, held simultaneously in Brisbane, Cronulla, Karratha and Canberra to support veteran mental health.
The event’s signature challenge is a 21-kilometre run completed while wearing a 10-kilogram weighted vest and a pair of budgy smugglers. The vest represents the invisible weight many veterans carry, while the distinctive attire symbolises the courage it can take to ask for help.
Participants can run, walk or take part at their own pace while standing in solidarity with Australia’s veteran community. Every step helps create a visible show of support and raises awareness of the mental health challenges faced by veterans.
- When: Saturday 5 December 2026
- Where: Karratha, Western Australia
- Distance: 21 kilometres
- Entry: Free
- Cause: Veteran mental health
- Challenge: Complete the course with a 10-kilogram weighted vest and budgy smugglers
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