Run for the Young Marathon

From 120 Anderson Street, the Run for the Young Marathon begins with the Yarra Valley as its backdrop and a very local, charity-run feel. It has become a “cherished tradition with over a decade of success,” organised by Bridge Builders Youth Charity, with every dollar raised going toward their “commendable work with young people.” This is the kind of morning where runners, walkers, families, kids 12 and under, and first-time marathoners can all find their place. The event village opens early, the longer course stays open for six hours, and the mood is summed up by the line that this “friendly, inclusive marathon brings the fun back into fun run.”