RUN THE TAN

Not a marathon.

Not a fun run.

Not just another event on the calendar.

Run the Tan is a uniquely Melbourne experience.

One lap.
One hill.
No hiding.

A place where Olympians and first-timers share the same course.
Where performance meets community.
Where movement supports mental health.

There are plenty of running events.

There's only one Run the Tan.

📅 18 April 2027

From an idea to an icon.

What began as a vision has grown into one of Australia's most unique running events.

The seventh edition will be held in 2027. Run the Tan has welcomed elite athletes, para athletes, schools, emergency services personnel, celebrities, run clubs and thousands of everyday runners to the same start line.

Together, we've built something bigger than a race.

A community united by movement, connection and a shared commitment to better mental health.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of the journey so far.

The next chapter starts on 18 April 2027.

🚨 RECORD ALERT 🚨

Haftu Strintzos has delivered the run of his life, storming to victory at the Gold Coast Marathon in a phenomenal 2:06:20.

The sensational performance sees Haftu break both the Australian and Oceania Marathon Record, eclipsing Andy Buchanan's previous mark of 2:06:22.

To top it off, Haftu becomes the first Australian to win the Gold Coast Marathon in 20 years, while also setting a new course record.

One of the greatest marathon performances ever by an Australian.

🚨 RECORD ALERT 🚨

ANOTHER ONE! 🇦🇺🔥

Cameron Myers has done it again, producing another sensational performance to break the Australian and Oceania Mile Record.

The 20-year-old stopped the clock in a blistering 3:46.06, eclipsing Oliver H***e's previous record of 3:47.48.

Another world-class performance from one of Australia's brightest stars. The future of Australian middle-distance running is here. 👏🔥

After 4 years of amazing breakfasts, great coffee and even better conversations, today we say goodbye to our favourite head waiter/manager at ALL DAY DRINKS & DINING

Thank you for always making us feel so welcome. Your warmth, professionalism and genuine care never went unnoticed, and you've been a big part of why we kept coming back.

We'll miss you heaps, mate. Wishing you nothing but success and happiness in your next chapter. 💚☕️

Run Club 04.07.2026 🙌

Awesome morning for a run, jog or walk around The Tan.

Join us 8am every Saturday at The Tan. All welcome. All ages, all fitness levels, all abilities.

Great way to kick start your weekend.

Proudly supported by Kraken — Learn more: https://runthetan.net/have-a-krak/

🚨 RECORD ALERT 🚨

Sarah Billings has rewritten the record books with a sensational run at the Paris Diamond League.

The Australian star clocked an incredible 1:57.01 to break the Australian and Oceania 800m record, eclipsing Jessica Hull's previous mark of 1:57.15.

Billings finished sixth in a world-class field.

Australian middle-distance running is on fire. 🔥

🚨 RECORD ALERT 🚨

ANOTHER AUSTRALIAN RECORD! 🇦🇺

Cameron Myers has rewritten the record books with an outstanding victory at the Paris Diamond League.

The 20-year-old stopped the clock in an incredible 3:28.00, breaking the Australian and Oceania 1500m record previously held by Oliver H***e (3:29.41).

A world-leading performance and another massive statement from one of Australia's brightest stars.

RUN LOCAL. RUN ICONIC.

The date is set.

The challenge awaits.

Sunday 18 April 2027.

Whether you're chasing a PB, representing your school, competing with your club, supporting a cause, or simply taking on the Tan for the first time, this is your invitation.

Register Your Interest - https://runthetan.net/interested/