Run for a reason 2026

Perth’s best day out is back on Sunday 24 May!

 

HBF Run for a Reason returns to inspire you to move, connect, and make a lasting impact.

In 2025, we raised over $2 million, supporting more than 350 vital charities. That’s the power of WA coming together. Be part of the movement again – distances sell out so sign up early, rally your team, and help make 2026 our biggest year yet.

Early bird savings!

Enter before 11.59pm Tuesday 3 March to take advantage of early bird pricing. Plus, HBF members save an additional 20% on the entry! 
Quokka pointing and smiling

CommBank 3km

HBF Run for a Reason 2025 CommBank 3km course map

Perfect for families and first-timers, this course takes you through the heart of the city, with plenty of fun to be had along the way!

View course

Specsavers 12km

HBF Run for a Reason 2025 Specsavers 12km course map

Go the extra mile with this crowd-favourite course, packed with energy and entertainment to keep you moving.

View course

Brooks Half Marathon

HBF Run for a Reason 2025 Brooks Half Marathon course map

The ultimate endurance challenge for runners looking to crush their personal best. Due to popular demand and early sell-outs, we’ve opened up additional spots and introduced an extra wave. Don’t miss out—register now!

View course

Run with the kids. Take home a quokka.

Register a child for the CommBank 3km during early bird (ends 3 March) and receive one free quokka plush toy* per registration, posted with your race pack, when your registration includes at least one child aged 12 or under.

It’s our way of saying thanks for making HBF Run for a Reason a family affair.

Quokka Hands Right

Choose your distance

Pick the perfect challenge for you.

Get your crew involved

Encourage family, friends, or coworkers to join the fun.

Make it count

Select a charity and start fundraising for a cause close to your heart.


Enter now

Participants running and smiling

What's included

All participants will receive:

HBF Run for a Reason participant in racing chair

Donate

Enter HBF Run for a Reason 2026 and support a cause close to your heart. Choose a charity, set your fundraising goal, and rally your supporters to join the journey. Even if you’re not lacing up for HBF Run for a Reason, you can still support one of the many charities participating in this year’s event by making a donation.

Learn more

Woman standing in front of a ATTO 1 All-Electric City Car from BYD

From finish line to front seat, here’s how you could WIN A CAR!

You could win an ATTO 1 All-Electric City Car, thanks to BYD – all for prioritising your health. To go into the draw, simply enter HBF Run for a Reason and join HBF by 31 July 2026. Already an HBF member? Even better – by entering HBF Run for a Reason, you’re automatically in the running. T&Cs apply.

2026 official merch

HBF Run for a Reason 2026 is bringing the hype with an exclusive range of official apparel to help you celebrate, show off, and make the most of race day! Stocks are limited – don’t miss out, purchase your merch today!
Run for a reason 2026 official merchandise
Got questions? You’ll find plenty of FAQs across all the pages on the site so you can find out everything you need to know about the event

You helped make a difference

HBF Run for a Reason is Perth's biggest annual fundraising challenge and in 2025 we raised over $2 million for over 350 charities.

This is community spirit at its best, and why HBF loves putting on this event for the WA community.

Follow us on Facebook

HBF Physio advertisement