Trailsplus - New Years Eve
Little River, Australia • 31 Dec 2026
NYE Rock Around the Clock
NYE Rock Around the Clock is a trail running event held on New Years Eve at the You Yangs Regional Park in Little River, Victoria. The event is designed to introduce participants to night running within a safe and supported environment. The course consists of a 5 km loop that runners navigate using headtorches.
The event offers several participation options:
- 5 km
- 10 km
- 21 km
- 42 km
- 50 km
- 6 hour timed event
Participants in the shorter distances typically complete their runs before sunset. Those taking part in the 21 km, 42 km, and 50 km distances continue running into the evening. The course is situated on a mountain, providing views of fireworks displays from the Melbourne skyline to the Geelong waterfront and the Bellarine Peninsula.
The event atmosphere is organized to accommodate supporters and families, with space available for picnic rugs and deck chairs. The organizer provides coffee for attendees. Registration is available in advance through a tiered pricing system, and on-day registration is also permitted for an additional administration fee. For every participant, a donation is made to Canteen, an organization supporting young people living with cancer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.