Kids Dash
Inspiring the Next Generation of Runners
Saturday, 17 July 2027
(The day before ASICS Run Melbourne)
Event Village Opens: 8:00am
Race Start: 9:30am
Melbourne Park
Join in on the fun with the Kids Dash!
Kick off the ASICS Run Melbourne weekend by signing your kids up for this fun-filled event on Saturday, July 17th 2027 at 9:30am.
The 2km course is ideal for kids of all abilities, whether they’re a budding runner or simply looking for a great time outdoors. It’s all about getting active, having fun and experiencing the excitement of race day. PLUS: every kid gets a finisher medal!
Enjoy a scenic route along the Tanderrum Bridge, through Birrarung Marr, across the William Barak Bridge and back through Garden Square, before finishing in the ASICS Run Melbourne Event Village at Melbourne Park, with water available at the finish line.
With a safe and supportive atmosphere, every child will feel like a champion as they cross the finish line.
Mark your calendar and be part of this fantastic kids’ event!
| Current Price |
Super Early Bird pricing ends at 11:59PM on 10 December 2026: $25 (14 Years Old and Under) |
| Inclusions | Finisher Medal, Finisher Certificate, Electronic Timing & Results, Finish Line Refreshment Area, Free Event Village Entertainment (Face Painting, Kids Games, Silent Disco and more) |
| Current Price |
Super Early Bird pricing ends at 11:59PM on 10 December 2026: $25 (14 Years Old and Under) |
| Inclusions | Finisher Medal, Finisher Certificate, Electronic Timing & Results, Finish Line Refreshment Area, Free Event Village Entertainment (Face Painting, Kids Games, Silent Disco and more) |
Course map
Kids 2K Dash General Information
Registrations
You can register before the event via the ASICS Run Melbourne registration link.
Online registrations will close at 9.30am on Saturday July 17.
Age Limit
The Kids Dash is for children aged 14 and under. Participants aged 6 & under need to be accompanied by an adult.
Start Line
The start line is located in front of Show Court 3 in Melbourne Park. (Walk past Rod Laver Arena and Garden Square).
There will be marshals there on the day to help direct you to the start line.
Kids Dash Starts: 9:30am, Saturday 17 July (The Day Before Run Melbourne)
Kids Dash Start Line Closes: 10:15am
Wave Start Times
9:30am: 12-14 years old
9:35am: 10-11 years old
9:40am: 8-9 years old
9:45am: 6-7 years old
9:50am: 5 years old & under & prams
Race Bib Collection
Your Kids Dash Race Bib will be available for collection from a Sole Motive store from Monday, 28 June 2027 10:00am until Thursday, 15 July 5:00PM and then from 8:00AM, Saturday 17 July from the event village at Melbourne Park.
Course
• The course is approximately 2km.
• You can choose to walk or run the course. Walking will take around 45mins.
Bag Drop
There is a designated area on site where bags can be left.
Road Closures
There are no road closures around Melbourne Park on Saturday, 17 July, so there is plenty of free parking available.
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