Get ready to run, walk or roll around Melbourne’s iconic Princes Park in Carlton on Sunday 11 August as ‘Run for Strength’, Muscular Dystrophy Australia’s annual event, rolls into Melbourne to support the 40,000 Australians living with a neuromuscular disease.

Runners, walkers, or those who use wheels to get around can choose from a 10km run, a 5km run, or a 5km walk/roll and support Muscular Dystrophy Australia’s vision of a world without neuromuscular disease.

WHAT:  Run for Strength, supporting Muscular Dystrophy Australia’s

WHERE: Princes Park, Carlton

WHEN: Sunday August 11, Registrations kick off at 9am, with the 10km run commencing at 9.45am. The full day’s program, and further information including tickets, can be found at https://run-for-strength-2024.raisely.com/

WHO: Australian Champion Marathon Runner and Olympian Steve Moneghetti will meet participants, kick off each run, walk and roll, provide his expert running tips, and hand out medals to race-day winners.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS: Family Entertainment Precinct featuring:

Coffee and delicious pastries

Face painting by Face Creations

‘Love me like a Reptile’ meet and greets where kids can hold a snake or pat a lizard

Food trucks including Falafel off the Truck and Bahn Mi Brother

DJ to pump up the vibe!