Sunset Series
Distance: 3.8km, or 7.7km
Date: 4th February 2026
Location: Botanic Gardens
Join Team Wish at the Sunset Series
Whether it's racing alongside Giraffes at The Zoo, battling the Anderson Street hill at The Tan or taking on the lush green Princes Park, this event is perfect for everyone.
Join us for a summer of running the way it should be. Fun and sunshine, there's enough for everyone.
How it works
Joining Team Wish
Click here to register!
Sunset Series is the perfect way for you to track your fitness across three of Melbourne’s favourite running tracks - The Zoo, Princes Park and The Tan. Choose from a 4K or 8K course.
Don't forget, when you raise over $500 as an individual, or $2,000 as a family, we'll refund your registration fee!*
After creating your fundraising page, personalise it with the story of why you're taking part. Then share it with friends and family and start collecting donations.
Every dollar counts when making wishes come true!
Run your event!
Make your way to the big event! Give it your best, and know that wherever you place, you're part of the team making wishes come true for sick kids across the country.
Your impact
Wish kids need stars like you
Right now more than 900 critically ill children are waiting for their wish.
By joining Team Wish, you can help bring more life-changing wishes to life. Make a lasting impact to seriously ill kids and their families across Australia by signing up today!
I don’t think people realise how important wishes are for kids. They are going through hell and it gives them a distraction and something to look forward to.
Beni’s mum - Beni, 11 wished to meet WWE hero
FAQs
Got a question? We're here to help!
Yes, of course! When you raise money for Make-A-Wish, our expert Fundraising team is available at every step of the way to support you.
Call us on 1800 032 260 or email fundraising@makeawish.org.au anytime - we're here to help.
- Create and personalise your fundraising page. Add a photo and tell people why you're helping make kids wishes come true - your friends want to hear your story.
- Aim high, and tell people why. Fundraisers who tell potential donors what their target is -and what it will achieve - raise 74% more than those who don’t.
- Spread the word. Share your page with family and friends, and let the world know you're making a difference for kids with life-threatening illnesses all over Australia. #makeawishAustralia
- Keep your page fresh. Update donors and potential donors about your event preparation and fundraising progress - what you're inspired by, any hurdles you've come across, what you're enjoying etc.
For more fundraising ideas and tips to reach your goal, get in touch with us.
No problem! We're here to help. Let us know your question by emailing fundraising@makeawish.org.au or calling the Fundraising team on 1800 032 260.
Wish children whose images feature on this page:
Archie, 6, congenital heart disease - I wish to be Australia’s newest Cricket Captain
