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Connor’s Run
Hampton Beach, Victoria, AustraliaConnor's Run is held annually in September to honour the memory of Robert Connor Dawes, and is the world's largest event for paediatric brain cancer. The full course spans 18.8km from Hampton Beach to Alexandra Gardens – the same track Connor once ran in preparation for a rowing season and coincidentally, the length of his life. The second distance is 9.6km, from Catani Gardens St Kilda to Alexandra Gardens, representing Connor’s birthday, 9 June. As well as the live event, there will also be a virtual "Your Way, Any Day" for the whole month of September (see the event website for details
Dates
14/9/2025
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8w 5d
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Last updated: 24 February, 2024Connor’s Run 2025
Join us for a heartwarming event that goes beyond running or winning—it’s about supporting Brain Matters to defeat the #1 cancer killer of young people. Connor’s Run is a celebration of courage and awesomeness, honoring Connor’s legacy while changing the odds for kids battling brain cancer.
- Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
- Location: To be announced
- Distances: Various options available
- Highlights:
- Fundraising for young people with brain cancer
- Supporting world-class research and care projects
- Emotionally invaluable music therapy for patients and families
- Inspiring the next generation of brain cancer practitioners and researchers
In 2024, we raised over $1.7 million, bringing our total to more than $13.3 million, thanks to the support of 5000 generous participants and donors worldwide. Registrations for our 13th Connor’s Run will open in May 2025—stay tuned for updates on how you can make a difference.
Level up your style and support a great cause with exclusive Connor’s Run Merch. Every purchase contributes to the fight against brain cancer. Shop now and be a part of this impactful movement.
By collaborating across Australia, the US, and globally, we are bringing world-class research to Australia and investing in clinical trials to improve treatment options for children with brain cancer. Help us continue to make a difference and change lives for the better.
For more information and to stay updated, visit Connor’s Run Website.
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