Run Melbourne

If you’ve been thinking about signing up for a last minute race, this is your chance!

The ASICS Half Marathon at Run Melbourne is nearly at capacity - we’re 98% sold out. Don't miss out, register now before we’re completely sold out 🏃

If you're looking at a last minute 10K or 5.5K, we have spots available in the La Roche-Posay 10K and Runner’s World 5.5K 🔥 Register now: https://runmelbourne.com.au/

The race day forecast is in 🏃 We're forecasted for cool temperatures, light winds and no rain (hello PBs!)

We're also expecting a top of 17 degrees in the afternoon, so after you smash out your run, you can enjoy the events village post-race!

If you haven't signed up, this is your sign 🥰 Choose between the AIMS-certified courses: the ASICS Half Marathon, La Roche-Posay 10K or Runner's World 5.5K 💪

🚨 ONE WEEK TIL RACE DAY 🚨

We're *so* close and can't wait to see you at Run Melbourne 2026! If you haven't registered yet - there are still some spots left 🔥 Join us in the ASICS Half Marathon, La Roche-Posay 10K or Runner's World 5.5K.

Don't miss out, register today: https://runmelbourne.com.au/

Don't miss the pacers on-course at Run Melbourne 🏃 This year our pacers will be rocking eye-catching pacer tees as well as pacer flags.

We'll have pacers for both the ASICS Half Marathon and La Roche-Posay 10K 🔥

Meet this year's incredible pace team: https://runmelbourne.com.au/pacers/

The ASICS Gel-Kayano 33 has landed at Sole Motive ☁️

With a plush and stable feel, the Gel-Kayano 33 is an ideal daily trainer - a must in every runner’s shoe rotation. Now with updated stability system, for a comfortable ride.

Not sure if the Gel-Kayano 33 is right for you? Pop into Sole Motive to try on a pair today 👟

📸 Photos
🏃 Worn by community models Johnson Ngu, Mackenzie Sinclair, Melanie Chapple and Andrea Putra 🔥

Who's joining us this week for some Run Club x Run Melbourne training sessions?!

What's on this week:
⚡6:30am, Wednesday 8th July at Cleo Rooftop, Hyde Melbourne Place
ASICS Gel-Kayano 33 Wear Test, 5-6km run at a conversational pace
SPF Samples provided from La Roche-Posay
Registrations Essential [SESSION IS NOW FULLY BOOKED]

⚡6:30am, Friday 10th July at Sole Motive Hawthorn
5-6km run with dynamic interval training

⚡8am, Sunday 12th July at Sole Motive Melbourne CBD
A Sunday Long Run, ranging between 12-24km in various paces will be providing electrolytes

For more information and upcoming schedule: https://runmelbourne.com.au/run-up/

We can't wait to see you at an upcoming run 👋

“My best piece of running advice is to not compare yourself to others. Everyone has their own running journey and different physical history. Just take it step by step and you’ll get there” - Johnson Ngu

Johnson is wearing the Run Melbourne men’s singlet, Running Cap and ASICS Gel-Kayano 33 (launching July 7!)

Thank you to Johnson for being part of our Run Melbourne community photoshoot - we can't wait to see you on race day and cheer you on! 👋

2 WEEKS TO GO ⚡ If you're looking for a sneaky last minute race, we've got spots available!

Choose between the ASICS Half Marathon, La Roche-Posay 10K or the Runner's World 5.5K 🔥

Join over 28,000 runners as we take to the streets, racing through the heart of the city on fully closed roads, past iconic landmarks, and into the roar of cheering crowds 🥳

Don't miss out, register now: https://runmelbourne.com.au/

“I’m most looking forward to the atmosphere. Everyone’s super supportive of each other. The crowds are great, the runners are great. It’s going to be a great day” - Mackenzie Sinclair

Mackenzie is wearing the Run Melbourne Short Sleeve Top women’s in Khaki, Running Cap and ASICS Gel-Kayano 33 (launching July 7!)

Thank you to Mackenzie for being part of our Run Melbourne community photoshoot - we can't wait to see you on race day and cheer you on! 👋

Melbourne runners, get ready for a special Run Melbourne Run-Up 🔥

Run Melbourne partners ASICS and La Roche-Posay are teaming up with Hyde Melbourne Place to invite you to an exclusive 5-6km run.

Be among the first to wear-test the all-new ASICS GEL-KAYANO 33 and stay sun protected while enjoying a guided warm-up led by La Roche-Posay ambassadors Steph and Holly Davey.

After the run, head up to the Cleo Rooftop to enjoy complimentary coffee, nibbles and SPF 50+ samples, while connecting with the Run Melbourne community.

Spots are limited, so register now and join us for a memorable morning of running, recovery and great company ☀️🏃‍♀️

Details:
6.30am Wednesday 8th July at Hyde Melbourne Place, Cleo Rooftop (130 Russell Street, Melbourne)
Registrations essential: https://form.typeform.com/to/jEr5wcRv

We can't wait to run with you soon 👋

“Run Melbourne is one of my favourite running events. I love running in Melbourne city, it’s my home. I love all the attractions around and running through it” - Melanie Chapple

Melanie is wearing the Run Melbourne Long Sleeve top women’s in Cobalt, Running Cap and ASICS Gel-Kayano 33 (launching July 7!)

Thank you to Melanie for being part of our Run Melbourne community photoshoot - we can't wait to see you on race day and cheer you on! 👋

"It’s always great to cross the finish line, especially on your home ground. You get to hug the people you love, you get to see people celebrating and crossing the finish line" - Andrea Putra

Andrea is wearing the Run Melbourne 1/2 Zip Top, Running Cap and ASICS Gel-Kayano 33 (launching July 7!)

Thank you to Andrea for being part of our Run Melbourne community photoshoot - we can't wait to see you on race day and cheer you on! 👋

Unable to pick up your race bib in-person before race day? You can get your race bib posted to you! ✉️ Remember, there is no bib collection available on race day.

To get your race bib posted to you, select postage in Race Roster (note there is a $8.95 fee) before 11:59PM Thursday 2nd July.

We can't wait to run with you soon 🏃

Who's joining us this week for some Run Club x Run Melbourne training sessions?!

What's on this week:
⚡6:30am, Wednesday 1st July at Sole Motive Melbourne CBD
5-6km run at a conversational pace.

⚡8am, Sunday 5th July at Sole Motive Melbourne CBD
A Sunday Long Run, ranging between 12-24km in various paces will be providing electrolytes

For more information and upcoming schedule: https:// runmelbourne.com.au/run-up/

We can't wait to see you at an upcoming run 👋

Race bib collection starts today 🙌 Bring a copy of your e-ticket (emailed out this morning) and collect your race bib from the following locations, before 5PM Thursday 16 July.

Pick up locations:
👟Sole Motive Store, Melbourne CBD at 148 Little Collins Street, Melbourne
👟 Sole Motive Store, Hawthorn at 793 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn

If you can’t pick up your Race Bib from one of the Sole Motive Stores you can collect it on Saturday 18 July from 8am-4pm at the Event Village at Melbourne Park.

👉 Remember, there is NO collection on Race Day, Sunday 19 July, so you must collect your race bib at one of the above times.

👉 If you've selected postage, your bib has been posted and is currently working it's way through the postal system! ✉

We can't wait to see you in-store soon 👋

3 WEEKS TIL RACE DAY 🔥 If you haven't signed up, now's the time - spots are filling fast, don't miss out!

Choose your challenge:
💙 ASICS Half Marathon 21.1K
💙 La Roche-Posay 10K
💙 Runner's World 5.5K

Join over 28,000 runners in Melbourne's biggest winter running event 🏃 Register now, before it's too late: https://runmelbourne.com.au/

Who's joining us this week for some Run Club x Run Melbourne training sessions?! 🔥

What's on this week:
⚡ 6:30am, Wednesday 24th June at Sole Motive Melbourne CBD
Find your next race shoes at this ASICS wear test session. The ASICS Superblast 3, Megablast and Metaspeed Tokyo range will be available to wear during the training run, sizes will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis. All participants will also get a sample from our event partner fisiocrem!

⚡6:30am, Friday 26th June at Sole Motive Hawthorn
A 5-6km run with dynamic interval training

⚡ 8am, Sunday 28th June at Sole Motive Melbourne CBD
A Sunday Long Run, ranging between 12–24km in various paces
will be providing electrolytes

For more information and upcoming schedule: https://runmelbourne.com.au/run-up/

We can't wait to see you at an upcoming run 👋

With just 4 weeks to go til race day, now's the perfect time to sign up if you haven't already! There's an event for everyone, choose between:

💙 ASICS Half Marathon
💙 La Roche-Posay 10K
💙 Runner's World 5.5K
💙 Kid's 2K Dash

Register for Melbourne's biggest winter running event: https://runmelbourne.com.au/run-melbourne-10k/

Who's joining us this week for some Sole Motive Run Club x Run Melbourne training sessions?! 🔥

What's on this week:
⚡ 6:30am, Wednesday 17th June at Sole Motive Melbourne CBD
An easy 5-6km session at a conversational pace

⚡ 8am, Sunday 21st June at Sole Motive Melbourne CBD
A Sunday Long Run, ranging between 12–24km in various paces
will be providing electrolytes

For more information and upcoming schedule: https://runmelbourne.com.au/run-up/

We can't wait to see you at an upcoming run 👋

The countdown is on 🔥 If you haven't registered yet, now's THE TIME to sign up for Run Melbourne. We can't wait to see you racing down the streets of Melbourne at the biggest winter event in our city's racing calendar.

Register now: https://runmelbourne.com.au/

We’re getting ready in The Run-Up to Run Melbourne with some some extra Sole Motive Run Club sessions 🔥

What's on this week:
⚡ 6:30am, Wednesday 10th June at Sole Motive Melbourne CBD
An easy 5-6km session ran at a conversational pace

⚡6:30am, Friday 12th June at Sole Motive Hawthorn
An easy 5-6km session ran at a conversational pace

⚡ 8am, Sunday 14th June at Sole Motive Melbourne CBD
A Sunday Long Run, ranging between 12–24km in various paces
will be providing electrolytes

For more information and upcoming schedule: https://runmelbourne.com.au/run-up/

We can't wait to see you at an upcoming run 👋

⚡ 6 WEEKS TIL RACE DAY ⚡

UPDATE: we've had 500+ interested runners and are currently working through the list. Expressions of interest for our photoshoot are now closed and we are in the process of contacting successful applicants.

We're looking for runners from the Run Melbourne community to feature in an upcoming product photoshoot!

No modelling experience needed, just bring your passion for running. Plus, you'll get to keep the gear you wear on the day.