2XU Wellness Run

The 2XU Wellness Run, proudly supporting Beyond Blue,  offers a vibrant celebration of movement, community, and mental health.

Set against the stunning backdrop of St Kilda and Melbourne’s bayside, the event features four distances – 5km, 10km, 21.1km half marathon and a 1km Junior Fun Run (held the day prior). All courses are fast, flat, and scenic, taking participants along iconic locations such as Beach Road, Luna Park, and Catani Gardens, with the half marathon beginning at the Australian Grand Prix start line at Albert Park before joining the beachfront routes.

Created to highlight the positive impact of running on mental wellbeing, the 2XU Wellness Run encourages every participant to “run for hope” by raising funds for Beyond Blue’s 24/7 Support Service. By activating a fundraising page, runners directly support people facing anxiety, depression, and life’s toughest moments.

All entrants receive a premium 2XU event t-shirt, race bib, finisher’s medal, on-course support, and access to updated 2025 course layouts designed for a smoother, more spacious race experience. With all distances historically selling out, the event has become one of Melbourne’s most popular community running celebrations uniting thousands each year in support of mental health.