Get active

Cycle, run, walk or swim? Get active at one of these existing events and choose Dementia Australia as your charity. It’s an easy and fun way to make a difference to those living with dementia.

How it works

It's as simple as

1. Register your challenge

2. Have fun and raise funds

3. Start your challenge!

Making a difference together

Worried about doing it alone? Never fear! When you sign up to fundraise for Dementia Australia, we’ll be with you every step of the way. Think of us as your fundraising mentor, motivational coach and cheerleader – all in one! Take on the challenge today, and make the world of difference to people living with dementia.


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Let’s get physical!

Join our team as we take on some of the biggest challenges.

The Canberra Times Marathon Festival

Register for 1 of the 5 events featured over The Canberra Times Marathon Festival weekend. Take in some of Canberra's main sights including Lake Burley Griffin, the Parliamentary Triangle and the Old Parliament House.

Date: 16 April 2023

Location: ACT

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Run the Rock

Race alongside like-minded runners and take in the fresh air as you smash through the Ks at Run The Rock.


Date: 29 April 2023

Location: VIC

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Runaway Sydney Half Marathon

This 21.1km course showcases Sydney’s stunning landscape, including views of the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, The Rocks and Pyrmont Peninsula.

Date: 21 May 2023

Location: NSW

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Runaway Noosa Marathon

With a flat, fast and friendly multi-lap course set in the heart of Noosa township and multi distances to choose from, it’s easy to find your happy running place right here.

Date: 27 May 2023

Location: QLD

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Brisbane Marathon

Run with us in Brisbane’s only marathon distance running event. You can also take part in the half marathon, 10km run, 5km run/walk or the 2km ‘mini-marathon’.

Date: 4 June 2023

Location: QLD

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Gold Coast Marathon

Run along some of Australia’s greatest views and landmarks. All ages and abilities can run or walk one of six distances, from the 1.5km Kids' Gallop through to the 60km Ultra Marathon.

Date: 1-2 July 2023

Location: QLD

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Run Melbourne

Grab your family and friends and descend on the streets, heading past some of Melbourne’s most famous landmarks. Choose from the half marathon, 10km or 5km distances.

Date: 16 July 2023

Location: VIC

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7 Cairns Marathon Festival

The Cairns Marathon Festival is a must-do destination event, distances include the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km and the 2km.

Date: 16 July 2023

Location: QLD

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Sunshine Coast Marathon

The Sunshine Coast Marathon has full marathon, half marathon, and 10km, 5km & 2km fun run events. It has been timed to make the most of the ideal Queensland winter running conditions.

Date: 13 Aug 2023

Location: QLD

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City2Surf

Bringing 80,000+ people together from all walks of life to run, jog, walk or stroll the iconic 14km course from Sydney CBD to Bondi Beach.

Date: 13 August 2023

Location: NSW

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Beach2Beach

Join our team at Beach2Beach on the beautiful Northern Beaches in Sydney. You can choose from 3km, 6km and 13km runs. 

Date: 27 August 2023

Location: NSW

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Sydney Marathon

The Sydney Marathon has a range of distances to suit everyone, all of which run over the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Date: 17 September 2023

Location: NSW

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Melbourne Marathon

Come and take part in Melbourne’s premier running festival and help to make a difference! This is your chance to run, jog or walk your way through the streets of Melbourne.

Date: 15 October 2023

Location: VIC

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