Children who are blind or have low vision may face additional challenges throughout childhood, particularly in education, development, and accessing opportunities that support independence. Specialist services can help children and their families navigate these challenges and give young people the tools they need to thrive.
Vision Australia provides specialist services and support for people who are blind or have low vision, including programs focused on children and their families. Its children’s services help support childhood development and education, providing resources and assistance to young Australians as they grow.
The Vision Australia Santa Fun Run 2026 will take place on Saturday, 28 November 2026, at The Tan Track and Kings Domain in Melbourne. Described as a Christmas tradition you can run with, the event brings together people of all ages and abilities for a festive day of community, activity, and fundraising. Participants can choose to run or walk one or two laps around The Tan, either taking part in the timed run or enjoying the course at their own pace.
The day will feature live entertainment, family-friendly activities, Santa giveaways, and Seeing Eye Dogs puppies, creating a festive atmosphere for participants and their families. Every dollar raised through the Santa Fun Run helps fund Vision Australia’s specialist children’s services, supporting the development and education of young Australians who are blind or have low vision.
Paid ticket holders will also receive a free Vision Australia Santa Fun Run T-shirt, allowing participants to join the crowd of Santas while showing their support for the cause. Whether you choose to run, walk, or simply enjoy the festive atmosphere, the Santa Fun Run offers a fun way to celebrate Christmas while helping provide meaningful support to children with vision loss.
Register here and kickstart the Christmas season with a fun day out while supporting specialist services for children who are blind or have low vision.
A Christmas tradition you can run with
It’s the most wonderful run of the year
Rudolph can’t have all the fun, let’s dress like Santa and go for a run! Kickstart the joy of Christmas with a memorable day of live entertainment and family-friendly activities, Santa giveaways, Seeing Eye Dogs puppies, and more.Santa Fun Run 2026
Vision Australia’s Santa Fun Run is a celebration of community, bringing together people of all ages and abilities for a fun day of festive cheer.
By joining this jolly crowd of Santa Claus, you can support a very special cause.
Every dollar raised helps fund Vision Australia’s specialist children’s services. This provides support and resources for the childhood development and education of young Australians who are blind or have low vision.