Run for a reason 2026

We can’t wait to see you!

This Sunday 24 May, HBF Run for a Reason is bringing 40,000 people together for a day of movement and impact.

So far, we’ve raised over $1.3 million for more than 350 vital charities – and there’s still time to add to it!

We’ll be cheering you on every step of the way.

CommBank 3km - Sold out!

2026 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!

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Specsavers 12km - Sold out!

2026 Specsavers 12km Course Map

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

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Brooks Half Marathon – Sold out!

2026 Brooks Half Marathon Course Map

The Brooks Half Marathon has sold out.

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HBF Run for a Reason – Event Day Guide

Heading to Perth CBD on Sunday 24 May? Check start lines, transport options, road closures, and spectator info before you go.
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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.

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Limited edition merch – don’t miss out!

Shop the range at Pack Collection or on event day at the finish line in the Grandstands at Gloucester Park. While stocks last!
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
Ready, set, win a car!

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.

Amount raised: $1,357,718

  1. Funds raised

  2. Our target

Duke Storer

Cystic Fibrosis WA - $12,084

Emily Cross

Perth Children's Hospital Foundation - $9,099

Lauren & Tara Kay

Alzheimer's WA - $8,994

Absolute Balance Running for James

RUN DIPG  - $29,421

Team Selfless ACT

Selfless ACT - $13,324

Milan's MS Warrior Walk

Perron Institute - $12,549

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.

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HBF Run for a Reason Partners

HBF would like to thank all of our partners for their support


HBF Run for a Reason is held on Whadjuk Boodjar (Country) with a course along the Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River). We acknowledge and pay our respects to all Whadjuk Noongar people, the Traditional Custodians of the land in which our event is held. We respect and honour their traditions, stories, culture, and their invaluable contributions to the life of this city and this region. We pay our respects to all Elders past and present.

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