Course
An easy 2km course around the Darwin Waterfront precinct, starting on Kitchener Drive. The event is untimed and open to runners, walkers and strollers alike, with participants encouraged to dress as Santa.
Key dates
- !RegistrationOpen now
- ★Race daySun 22 Nov 2026
About
The Variety NT Santa Fun Run is an annual festive fun run and walk held in Darwin each December, with runners and walkers encouraged to dress up in Santa suits. The event raises funds for Variety - the Children's Charity NT, with 2km and 5km course options for all ages.
Save Variety NT Santa Fun Run to your season and RunCalendar reminds you the morning entries open and before they close. Free on iPhone, no account needed.
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