Red Ribbon Run

What is the Red Ribbon Run?

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to walk in solidarity, every step you take will help provide essential support, healthcare, and resources for our community. All the funds we raise for World AIDS Day go directly back to supporting our work at Thorne Harbour Health. 

This is more than just a run—it's a celebration of resilience, strength, and the power of our community. Together, we’ll honour those we've lost, support those living with HIV, and work towards a future free from stigma. After the race, stick around for food trucks, information about community services, and speeches from living legends.

This is our first Red Ribbon Run in addition to our Street Appeal. Your support as a participant or observer will make all the difference. 

How Can I Get Involved? 

• Register to run: walk, run or jog either 4 or 8 km. This is an untimed route, with all participants encouraged to go at their own pace. 
• Observe the run: participate in all the other available activities.
• Sponsor a runner: head to our Shout For Good fundraising page to encourage a runner. 

How Can I Fundraise? 

All participants have the option to fundraise as part of their run entry. After you sign up you'll receive fundraising information, explaining how you can get your family, friends, and colleagues involved. 

Registration Cost: 

• Early Bird: $60
• General Release: $70

All people living with HIV can register for free. Contact worldaidsday@thorneharbour.org to register. 

Other Details: 

What's included in registration: 

• Runners bib 
• Victorian Red Ribbon 
• Fundraising tips and preparation info 
• Drinks and snacks during the run

Event timeline: 

• 9:00 AM:  Registration Opens - 4K | 8K race pack collection 
• 10:00 AM: 4K Run Starts
• 10:30 AM: 8K Run Starts
  
• 12:00 PM: Fun Run Finishes 
• 13:00 PM: Runners Village Closes 

Sponsorship and Stalls:

Keen to sponsor the Red Ribbon Run? We have a range of ways for organisations to show their support. Find out more here: WAD 24 Prospectus.

LGBTIQ+ and HIV/AIDS organisations are encouraged to have a free information stall at the event. Register a stall via email at worldaidsday@thorneharbour.org