The Canberra Times Fun Run 2026

Rond Terrace, Parkes Way, and Acton provide this run with a distinct landmark setting, as the route passes Old and New Parliament Houses instead of utilizing back streets. The Canberra Times Fun Run has the relaxed atmosphere of a large local gathering, yet there is clear purpose among the participants, with over 5,000 runners "chasing their goals" and a palpable sense of "determination, adrenaline, and inspiration." The course is fast and flat, a configuration where pacers are genuinely effective and it truly can be the "perfect chance to hit a PB" or complete a first race without feeling overwhelmed. Runners and children both have their opportunity to shine, and post-race, the atmosphere transitions to the "lively event village" offering entertainment, food, coffee vendors, and "great vibes all around."