Bright Fun Run Trail Fest

Bright, Australia • 26 Apr 2026

Event Details

The Bright Fun Run is an annual community event held in Bright, Victoria. The event is organized to raise funds for Bright P-12 College and is powered entirely by volunteers.

Event Date and Registration

The event is scheduled for Sunday, 26 April 2026. Registrations are open.

Courses and Activities

Three main running courses are offered:

  • 18 km trail race: A trail race through HVP Plantations.
  • 8 km trail race: A trail race.
  • 3 km trail run: A trail run.

Additional activities include novelty races for children, featuring sack races and an egg-and-spoon race. Off the course, a village area typically hosts food stalls, a BBQ, games, and giveaways.

Recent Event Summary (2025)

The 2025 event saw 400 participants. The fundraiser that year was noted as the most successful since the event's return three years prior. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

18 km
18k Course
9 km
9k Course
3k Course
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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UTMB Index

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