Light up the Dark Run

Light up the Dark Run

Saturday, 9 May 2026

Kingston, TAS

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The Light up the Dark Run on 9 May 2026 is a vibrant, family-friendly fun run in Kingston, Tasmania.

Put on some glow paint and dress up in your brightest colours and enjoy a glowing spectacle of fun as you run, or walk the course lit up by lanterns and filled with community spirit.

Based from Kingston Park, there is a choice of a Kids' 1km, 2.5km or 5km distance.

The course runs along the Whitewater Creek Track, featuring a loop through the Kingston Park playground with its array of coloured lights. There will be food and drinks available post-race and a Glow Zone with music and entertainment.

This event is organised by the Sandy Bay Harriers Athletic Club in partnership with the Tasmanian Sexual Assault Support Service. It promotes safe spaces at night and follows on the back of Sexual Assault Awareness month.

Distances/Events

Kids' 1K
2.5K
5K

Location map

The event is based at the Kingston Community Hub.

Please note: the map location may be approximate. Refer to the event website for start lines and course maps.

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This listing was last manually checked on 10 April 2026.

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