Run for the Young Marathon

Run for the Young Marathon

Run for the Young is a community charity running event organised by Bridge Builders Youth Charity. The event in 2026 is the 13th annual edition and takes place on Sunday 29 November 2026, with the start line at Mount Lilydale Mercy College. The majority of the course runs along the Warburton Trail.

All net proceeds support youth programs; the event is described as run by youth for youth. Drink stations are plastic free: water and sports drink are supplied from drums with push-button access, and participants are encouraged to bring reusable cups or purchase a collapsible cup offered by the organisers.

The event offers multiple race distances to suit a range of participants, including:

• 42.2 km Marathon
• 21.1 km Half Marathon
• 10 km Event
• 5 km Event
• 2.5 km Kids Run

The event materials include a runners guide, maps and course information, training programs for 10 km and 5 km, and information about accommodation and volunteering. The organiser lists event partners and provides a sponsorship pack. Previous editions have attracted international representation from a number of countries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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