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.
Find the distance that's right for you
The Brooks Half Marathon and Specsavers 12km are officially sold out. Places are filling fast for the CommBank 3km, so be sure to secure your spot now to avoid missing out.
Event distances are estimates only, actual distances may be longer or shorter, and routes are subject to change.
CommBank 3km - Selling fast!
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!
Specsavers 12km - Sold out!
Go the extra mile with this crowd-favourite course, packed with energy and entertainment to keep you moving.
Brooks Half Marathon – Sold out!
How to enter
Choose your distance
Get your crew involved
Make it count
What's included
All participants will receive:
- An official HBF Run for a Reason t-shirt*
- A finisher’s medal to celebrate your achievement
- Access to on-course entertainment, hydration stations, and recovery zones at the finish line
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.
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.
HBF Run for a Reason fundraising target
Across 14 years, participants have helped raise over $14 million for more than 350 charities. This year, our goal is $2 million - and every dollar brings us closer!
Amount raised: $1,017,871
Funds raised
Our target
Top 2026 individual fundraisers*
Emily Cross
Perth Children's Hospital Foundation - $8,511
James Chandler
RUN DIPG - $8,397
Jason Chan
Pankind Pancreatic Cancer Australia - $8,348
Top 2026 team fundraisers*
Absolute Balance Running for James
RUN DIPG - $16,340
Team Selfless ACT
Selfless ACT - $12,467
Milan's MS Warrior Walk
Perron Institute - $12,021
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.
