Welcome to the inaugural 2025 My Manningham Fun Run Walk, proudly supporting Carenet Food Relief in Manningham.
Our first annual 3km and 6km walk/run will be held on Sunday, April 13th, 2025, starting at 8:30am.
The course follows the scenic Lake Circuit at Ruffey Lake Park, beginning from the Boulevarde Playground side (View on map).
Lace up your runners and get set to take part in a community-driven event, for locals, by locals, to support locals! Every step you take helps Carenet Food Relief provide essential food and grocery support to individuals and families in need across Manningham.
Join us for a morning of fun, fitness, and making a difference in your own backyard!
This is a family event, the whole family is welcome:
- All children must be supervised by an adult guardian, children under the age of 5 years do not need to pay a registration fee for the event.
- Prams are permitted, for safety reasons please ensure you start at the back of the run.
- Dogs are welcome on our but must be on a leash
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Enjoy a scenic run or walk around the beautiful Ruffey Lake Park.
Challenge yourself with two laps of the picturesque Ruffey Lake Park.
Course profile
Partnerships
Fundraising Partner - CareNet
CareNet exists to increase food accessibility and the community’s capacity to overcome food insecurity across Manningham, Banyule or Nillumbik councils. All proceeds raised will be donated towards this amazing organisation.
Location Partner - Manningham Council
Thank you to Manningham Council, our valued partner at Ruffey Lake Park! Their support helps us create vibrant community events in this beautiful setting, making it the perfect place for our activities.
FAQs
The My Manningham Fun Run Walk is a community-driven event supporting Carenet Food Relief in Manningham. It features 3km and 6km walk/run options and is designed for participants of all ages and abilities.
The event takes place on Sunday, April 13th, 2025, at Ruffey Lake Park. The course follows the Lake Circuit, starting from The Boulevarde Playground.
- Registration & Tag Collection: 7.30am
- Warm-up: 8.15am
- 6km Run/Walk Start: 8.30am
- 3km Run/Walk Start: 9.00am
No, this is not a timed event. We encourage participants to enjoy the run/walk at their own pace. However, you are welcome to track your own time for any personal bests!
Yes! This is a family-friendly event. Children under 5 years old can participate for free, but they must be supervised by an adult guardian.
Yes, prams are permitted. For safety reasons, participants with prams should start at the back of the run.
Yes, dogs are welcome, but they must be on a leash at all times.
- The nearest parking is at The Boulevarde Playground car park.
- Additional parking is available throughout Ruffey Lake Park, but you may need to walk to the start line.
- Limited street parking is available in the surrounding area. Please Park considerately.
Yes, St John Ambulance will be providing first aid at the start line area (The Boulevarde Playground). In case of an emergency, call 000.
- The course is well-maintained, but some sections are unsealed and uneven.
- Keep an eye out for directional signage and volunteers who will assist you along the way.
Yes! Stay and enjoy a barbecue at the finish line to celebrate your achievement with the community.
Every step you take helps Carenet Food Relief provide essential food and grocery support to individuals and families in need across Manningham.
Registration close on Saturday 12 April 2025.
Wear comfortable running clothes.
Participants will be notified via email if we need to cancel and delay the event due to unsafe weather conditions (e.g., heavy rain).
Yes! There’s no pressure to complete the longer distance. Patrons can switch onto the shorter/longer course.
