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  • A young boy running in the kids dash at the Run Melbourne event, a parent behind him.
  • A child getting his face painted by a man dressed as Captain Jack Sparrow.
  • A mother and her two children who are both holding up finishing medals for the kids dash at the Run Melbourne event.
  • A Guide Dog-in-training labrador puppy with a child patting its back.
18 Jul

Run Melbourne Kids Dash

  • Free
  • Family and kids

Kick off the Run Melbourne 2026 race weekend with the 2K Kids Dash on Saturday 18 July!

Let the little ones take the spotlight at the Run Melbourne Kids Dash! This fun and energetic run is all about getting kids moving, building confidence, and enjoying the excitement of race day in a safe and supportive environment. With plenty of smiles, cheering crowds, and a big sense of achievement at the finish line, it’s the perfect way to inspire the next generation of runners and create unforgettable family memories.

Meet the puppies from Vision Australia's Puppy Caring Program, and take part in the other family friendly activities in the event village after the race.

Hours

Date Times
Sat 18 Jul
  • 8am - 4pm 8:00am - 4:00pm

Location

Melbourne Park
Olympic Blvd
Melbourne 3001

Open in maps location for Melbourne Park

Price and bookings

This is a free event

Book online for Run Melbourne Kids Dash

Contact details

  • telephone number: 1300 762 241
  • email address: info@runmelbourne.com.au
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  • Companion card accepted
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The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future. For more information, visit Aboriginal Melbourne.

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