CARMAN'S FUN RUN
MELBOURNE
15th February 2026
CARMAN'S FUN RUN
MELBOURNE
15th February 2026
Carman's Fun Run Melbourne is back and will once again be partnering with Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) and Carman's Kitchen to bring you a fulfilling and meaningful day filled with a side of fun!
Join us and challenge yourself to a Half Marathon, 10K, or a 5K and set new personal best's, smash your goals and experience the unforgettable race day vibes running along Melbourne's scenic bayside. If you want to participate but don't want to run, join us for the Pink Lady 5K Walk and get together with family and friends, dress up, and show your support to BCNA.
Experience the race day atmosphere at the event village in Elsternwick Park, Brighton where there will be food, drinks, live entertainment, and activities for all - you don't want to miss out.
Make your run count by raising funds to help ensure that all Australians who are affected by breast cancer receive the very best care, treatment and support. This will have a significant impact on those affected.
21.1K | 10K | 5K
Elsternwick Park, Brighton
Melbourne VIC
21.1K | 10K | 5K
Elsternwick Park, Brighton
Melbourne VIC
EVENT TIMELINE
View full event schedule here.
5:45am
Event Village Opens
10:00am
Pink Lady 5K Walk starts
6:45am
Brooks Half Marathon starts
11:00am
All runners off road
8:30am
10K starts
1:00pm
Event concludes
9:30am
5K Run starts
EVENT INFORMATION
11:59PM NOVEMBER 4
EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS
11:59PM JANUARY 13
STANDARD PRICING ENDS
11:59PM JANUARY 13
NAME ON BIBS CUT OFF
*Only available for race bib postage
11:59PM FEBRUARY 3
POSTAGE CUT OFF FOR RACE PACKS
*Anyone who enters after this date/time must collect their race pack
FEBRUARY 18 7:00AM - 1:30PM
FEBRUARY 19 1:30PM - 7:00PM
PRE EVENT RACE PACK COLLECTION - MERCH AND RACE PACKS FROM CARMAN'S HQ
*11 Hume Street, Huntingdale VIC 3166
11:59PM FEBRUARY 17
LAST MINUTE / ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE
FEBRUARY 19
10:00AM - 4:00PM AT EVENT VILLAGE
PRE EVENT RACE PACK AND MERCHANDISE COLLECTION
*Elsternwick Park (Brighton)
FROM 5:45AM FEBRUARY 20 AT EVENT VILLAGE
EVENT RACE PACK AND MERCHANDISE COLLECTION
*Elsternwick Park (Brighton)
EVENT TIMELINE
View full event schedule here.
5:45am
Event Village Opens
6:45am
Half Marathon starts
8:30am
10K starts
9:30am
5K Run starts
10:00am
Pink Lady 5K Walk starts
11:00am
All Runners Off Road
1:00pm
Event Concludes
YOUR ENTRY INCLUDES
Official Event T-Shirt
Finisher Medal
Race Bib with Tribute Area
Access to BCNA Mini Field of Women
Carman's Product Giveaways
Live Tracking
Results and Timing Splits
Finisher Certificate
Official Event T-Shirt
Finisher Medal
Race Bib with Tribute Area
Access to BCNA Mini Field of Women
Carman's Product Giveaways
Live Race Tracking
Results and Timing Splits
Finisher Certificate
DISTANCES
YOUR EVENT DAY INCLUDES
FUNDRAISING FOR BREAST CANCER NETWORK AUSTRALIA (BCNA)
FUNDRAISING
Make your Carman’s Fun Run Melbourne 2026 mean more.
Fundraise for BCNA and get get rewarded!
- Raise $100 to receive a pair of BCNA laces
- Raise $250 to receive a Carman's Fun Run buff
- Raise over $1,000 to go into the draw to win a Fitness pack that includes gifts from Sole Motive, BCNA, Carman's Kitchen and Brooks.
Why fundraise for BCNA?
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) works to ensure that all Australians affected by breast cancer receive the very best care, treatment and support.
Our impact means that we make a difference to EVERYONE with a breast cancer diagnosis, regardless of whether they been in contact with BCNA or not. All BCNA services and resources are provided for free.
With your help, BCNA can:
- Provide peace of mind, and information, with factual, tailored information through My Journey
- Support people affected by breast cancer via our caring Helpline
- Advocated for new medications to come onto the PBS to improve access to treatment options
- Ensure the voice and experience of the BCNA network influences breast cancer policy and research innovation
PARTNERS