UPCOMING EVENTS AND CHALLENGES
At Canteen, young people’s real experiences are at the heart of everything we do. We don’t shy away from the tough stuff - we use it to build hope, resilience and meaning.
Find your next challenge and help young people find life in the face of cancer.
For more information or support please contact us at fundraising@canteen.org.au
Gold Coast Marathon
QLD
5 July 2025
Run with Team Canteen in this world class international marathon event.
There are eight races on offer to suit all fitness and abilities.
City2Surf
NSW
10 August 2025
To celebrate Canteen's 40th Anniversary, Team Canteen will be hosting the biggest City2Surf party in Canteen’s recent history!
We will have prizes, entertainment and delicious food at the finish line for all participants.
Life Cycle Kep Track
WA
23-24 August 2025
2-day ride from Mundaring to Northam and back; 1-day ride from Northam to Mundaring.
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City-Bay
SA
21 September 2025
Join the City-Bay's leading charity team and enjoy exclusive access to a marquee with a cooked breakfast, cold drinks and physiotherapy massages post race! First 10 entrants to raise $500 receive a refund on their registration cost!
Other challenge events
City2Surf
10 August 2025
Sydney Marathon
31 August 2025
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Bowral Classic
19 October 2025
Now with five rides to choose from, all showcasing the most beautiful scenery you can experience on two wheels, there is a course to suit everyone’s ability.
Sign up for the Bowral Classic
Canberra Fun Run
2 November 2025
Take on a fast, flat course past iconic landmarks like the Old and New Parliament Houses in your choice of four distances: the AIMS-certified Half Marathon and 10K, or the 5K and 2K Kids events.
Sign up for the fun run
5 July 2025
The world class international marathon offers eight races to suit all fitness and abilities.
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Sunshine Coast Marathon
3 August 2025
Located on the stunning Sunshine Coast in Queensland, an hour's drive north of Brisbane, this event has been timed to make the most of the ideal Queensland winter running conditions.
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Port Douglas Gran Fondo
12 September 2025
The Port Douglas Gran Fondo courses will take you along Great Barrier Reef Drive between Port Douglas and Palm Cove, while taking in breathtaking views through the palm trees alongside the Coral Sea. This road will be fully closed to traffic to allow you to really enjoy the ride and scenic course.
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GC50 Run Festival
11 October 2025
With courses that hug the jaw dropping Gold Coast Coastline we’re delighted to offer a challenge for everyone, including 50km, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km and Kids Dash events. The beautiful southern Gold Coast town of Coolangatta awaits you and your run crew!
Regiser for GC50
City-Bay Fun Run
21 September 2025
Join the City-Bay's leading charity team and enjoy exclusive access to a marquee with a cooked breakfast, cold drinks and physiotherapy massages post race!
First 10 entrants to raise $500 receive a refund on their registration cost!
Sign up for City-Bay
Run Melbourne
13 July 2025
Join us this year to face a new challenge head-on and demonstrate your commitment to changing lives of young people impacted by cancer.
Sign up to Run Melbourne
Frankston Running Festival
16 November 2025
This will be an opportunity for elite athletes and fun run enthusiasts to have a unique experience running along a traffic-free Nepean Highway with the unmissable and stunning backdrop of Port Phillip Bay.
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Ballarat Marathon
25-26 April 2026
The Ballarat Marathon is a two-day running festival, open to both elite and recreational athletes. Our event showcases one of regional Australia’s most beautiful and historic cities and promotes health and wellbeing across the community.
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Life Cycle - Kep Track
23-24 August 2025
2-day ride from Mundaring to Northam and back; 1-day ride from Northam to Mundaring.
Sign up for Kep Track
