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Conquer the Iconic Tan Track: Run the Tan Charity Running Festival!
Lace up your shoes and prepare to experience the thrill of running on Australia’s most iconic track at the Run the Tan Charity Running Festival! This exciting event offers a variety of races for elite athletes, serious runners, families, schools, walkers, and spectators, making it a must-do for everyone.
Highlights:
- Challenge yourself on The Tan Track: Conquer the legendary 3.8km course surrounding the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne.
- Choose your adventure: Participate in various events, from competitive races for elite athletes to fun runs for families and walkers.
- Support a good cause: All proceeds go towards raising funds and awareness for positive mental health and wellbeing initiatives in Australia.
- Be inspired by the best: Witness top athletes, celebrities, emergency services personnel, and school teams push their limits.
- Enjoy a festive atmosphere: Immerse yourself in the vibrant festival environment of the event.
Event History
Run the Tan was founded in 2019 to establish an official database of recorded run times around Melbourne’s iconic Tan Track, along with a set of rules and regulations for official timing. It has since played a key role in recognising and verifying top performances, contributing to the credibility of the fastest times displayed on The Tan Clocks.
In April 2021, Run the Tan launched its inaugural annual Run the Tan Showcase charity event, attracting elite Australian middle-distance athletes competing for prize money and official records, while also providing a platform for community participation. Additionally, Run the Tan hosts a weekly community Run Club every Saturday at 8 am.
Originally a grassroots initiative, Run the Tan is now managed by Run for Mental Health Ltd, an Australian charity dedicated to the prevention and control of mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. Through its efforts, Run the Tan has elevated the profile of The Tan Track and inspired runners of all levels.
Course Description
Run clockwise from the Pillars of Wisdom along the Tan Track heading east along Alexandra with the Botanic Gardens on your right and the Yarra River on your left. Make a 90 degree turn up Anderson St, bringing you just short of Domain Rd. From here take another right turn veering back onto the gravel Tan Track alongside Birdswood Ave. You then pass the main entrance to the Gardens heading towards Linlithgow Ave taking in the Shrine of Remembrance on the left along the way and eventually back to Alexandra Avenue to complete a full lap. Keep the gardens on your right hand side all the way and you can’t get lost!
1 Review on “Run the Tan”
Iconic and great value!