Lara Fun Run & Walk

Lara, Australia • 29 Nov 2026

Lara Fun Run & Walk at Serendip Sanctuary

The Lara Fun Run & Walk is a community running event held on November 29, 2026 at Serendip Sanctuary, Windermere Road, Lara VIC. The event provides rare access to the sanctuary, with trails that are normally closed to the public. The course passes open trails and native wildlife and is described as a flat, scenic loop that starts and finishes at Pirra Homestead.

Distances offered:

  • 10 km run
  • 5 km run or walk
  • 1 km Kids Dash

Every participant receives a finishers medal, and personalised race bibs are offered for early entries. The event is presented as family friendly and is organised by an events provider. Community and charity contributions reported so far total $259,974. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10km Run
5 km
5km Run/walk
1km Kids Dash
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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