Fundraise4Stroke : Events

Upcoming Events

Featured Stroke Foundation Events

Around the Bay

18 October 2026

Ride for a future with fewer strokes

Join Stroke Foundation at United Energy Around the Bay and turn your ride into life-changing impact.

Register with discount code STRCORP20 to receive 20% off your entry fee, then fundraise to help prevent stroke, support survivors and families, and improve stroke care across Australia.

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Counterstroke Golf Classic

17 - 18 March 2027

Experience two incredible days of golf, great company and fundraising on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.

Play your way - join us for one or both days!.

Enjoy 18 holes of golf, on-course competitions, delicious lunches and fantastic prizes, all while supporting Stroke Foundation.

Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just starting out, everyone is welcome.

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131km in May

1 - 31 May 2027

Every day, 131 Australians experience a stroke.

This May, walk 131km for them, or choose 65km.

Walk at your own pace, wherever suits you best — outdoors, on a treadmill, with friends, family or your furry companion.

However far you go, your fundraising will help support stroke prevention, research and recovery, creating a future with fewer strokes.

coming soon

Find Your Next Fun Run, Marathon or Other Event

Entertainment Books

National

An Entertainment Membership gives you access to thousands of savings across dining, shopping, travel and more. Get access to up to 50% off and 2-for-1 offers for many of the best restaurants, cafés, arts, attractions, hotels, travel, shopping and much more.

Fundraise4Stroke

National

Fundraise your way. The power of stroke prevention, treatment and care is in your hands. Create your own fundraiser today on our fundraising platform, Fundraise4Stroke.

Stride4Stroke

1 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2026

National

Every year, people across Australia take up the challenge to be active and raise funds to prevent stroke, save lives and enhance recovery. As we all have different lifestyles, passions and abilities, how you get active will look different for everyone. Join us this September to make moves that matter with Stride4Stroke!

Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival 2026

11 Oct 2026

Melbourne

Join thousands of others and make a difference as you run, jog, wheel or walk your way through the city streets, passing iconic Melbourne landmarks before finishing with a lap of honour around the MCG’s hallowed turf. Get a team together or take on the challenge solo and choose from the 5km, 10km, 21.1km or 42.2km. Whether your focus is the finish line, or the finish time, don’t miss the chance to go the extra mile and fundraise for an incredible charity.

United Energy Around the Bay 2026

18 Oct 2026

Port Phillip Bay

United Energy Around the Bay is Melbourne’s iconic bike ride, bringing thousands of riders together for a day of challenge, community and celebration. With distances for all ages and abilities, from family-friendly laps of the Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit to classic rides around Port Phillip Bay, it is the ultimate day out on the bike and a celebration of getting more people riding.

Canberra Times Run Canberra 2026

1 Nov 2026

Canberra

The Canberra Times Fun Run is back on 1 November 2026 - bringing determination, adrenaline, and inspiration to the streets of our capital. Take on a fast, flat course past Canberra's iconic landmarks in your choice of four distances: the Half Marathon, 10K, 5K or the Kids Dash. With pacers to guide you, it’s the perfect chance to hit a PB or complete your first race.

2027 Portsea Twilight

2 Jan 2027

Point Nepean National Park

The Portsea Twilight run takes place at the Point Nepean National Park, with stunning views of Bass Strait on one side and Port Phillip Bay on the other. Test your fitness on a fast 5.5K, the awe-challenging 9.5K or the 2.2K kids course.

Sunset Series 2027

3 Feb 2027 - 3 Mar 2027

Melbourne

Take on Melbourne’s ultimate three-race series across iconic locations – The Zoo, Princes Park, and The Tan. Whether you’re chasing a PB or simply running for fun, you’ll have the choice of long or short distances at each event: 4.7K or 7.7K at The Zoo, 4K or 8K at Princes Park, and 3.8K or 7.7K at The Tan. Round up your mates, set your goals, and make this a summer to remember.

Counterstroke Golf Classic Mornington 2027

17 Mar 2027 - 18 Mar 2027

Mornington Peninsula

Play your way - join us for one or both days of golf at Flinders Golf Club and Sorrento Golf Club on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.

2027 Hobart Marathon Festival

4 Apr 2027

Hobart

With five distances on offer: Full Marathon - 42.2km | Half Marathon - 21.1km | 10km | 5km run & 5km walk | 2km Fun run and walk. Everyone has an opportunity to experience the thrill of crossing the finish line with Hobart's iconic waterfront as the backdrop.

2027 The Canberra Times Marathon Festival

10 Apr 2027 - 11 Apr 2027

Canberra

With 5 distances to choose from (42.2K, 21.1K, 10K, 5K, 2K Kids run) all courses being surrounded by the beautiful Canberra lakeside, the National Rose Gardens and Parliament House.

2027 HOKA Runaway Sydney Half Marathon

2 May 2027

Sydney

Half Marathon (21.1km) and 10km options. Showcasing stunning landscape, including views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, The Rocks and Pyrmont Peninsula.

2027 Great Ocean Road Running Festival

15 May 2027 - 16 May 2027

Lorne

The Great Ocean Road Running Festival will be held in Lorne & Apollo Bay again in 2027. Events include the 1.5km Kids Gallop, Great Ocean Road Walk, 6km Run, 12km Trail Run, 14km Run, 23km Half Marathon, 44km Marathon or 60km Ultra Marathon.

2027 Runaway Noosa Marathon

22 May 2027

Noosa

Escape to world famous Noosa for Runaway Noosa Marathon and a weekend filled with sunshine and good times. With a flat, fast and friendly multi-lap course set in the heart of Noosa township and multi distances to choose from, it’s easy to find your happy running place right here. Our unique multi-lap course - starting and finishing in the heart of Noosa only steps from Hastings Street - means you’re never far from fellow runners and supporters. 5km run/walk, 10km, half & full marathon.

Brisbane Marathon Festival 2027

6 Jun 2027

Brisbane

2km, 5km, 10km, half and full marathon. One of the most historic events on the Queensland running calendar.

7 Cairns Marathon Festival 2027

11 Jul 2027

Cairns

2km, 5km, 10km, half & full marathon. A must-do destination event in tropical North Queensland for all running and lifestyle event enthusiasts.

Run Melbourne 2027

18 Jul 2027

Melbourne

5.5km, 10km and half marathon. With closed roads and fast, one lap courses, more than 20,000 runners descend on the streets, heading past some of Melbourne’s most famous landmarks. Cheer zones and epic vibes make this a race weekend unlike any other. Join the movement and let’s inspire our city to run.

TCS Sydney Marathon 2027

29 Aug 2027

Sydney

Run one of the world’s most scenic marathon courses, taking in some of Sydney’s most spectacular and historic landmarks including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

Get in touch with us for more information or help.

FUNDRAISING SUPPORT
P: 1300 194 196
E: fundraising@strokefoundation.org.au

ADDRESS
Stroke Foundation
Level 7, 461 Bourke Street, Melbourne 3000
We also have offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and Hobart.