Join an organised T1D meetup, fun run, marathon, cycle or swim near you!
Find an event in VIC. Here's what you can explore on this page...
Check out JDRF hosted opportunities to meet other local families living with type 1 diabetes through T1D meetups.
Explore fitness challenges like marathons or cycling where you can fundraise for T1D research... there’s no shortage of events to join.
Remember, if you're entering a fitness event, create a fundraising page using their sign up platform and send the link to your friends!
Ask to be sponsored for completing the event, for every km you conquer, or set a target time and ask for $5 for every minute you’re early.
One ride
28 - 30 Nov 2025
Join JDRF One Ride 2025 in the stunning Barossa Valley—cycling routes and packages for all while raising funds for T1D research!
Portsea Twilight Run
04 Jan 2025
Start your summer with epic views at the Portsea Twilight Run! Choose your challenge 5.5K, 9.5K, or the 2.2K kids dash, then celebrate with a drink in our Event Village.
Sunset Series
05 Feb 2025
Join the race through unique landscapes, from giraffes at The Zoo to the iconic Anderson Street hill and lush Princess Park.
JDRF JUMP Challenge
16 Feb 2025
Next February, you can take part in a tandem skydive at one of JDRF's partners skydive locations - all while fundraising for life-changing type 1 diabetes research for that special some1 in your life.
One Walk VIC
March 2025
Join the world's largest walk towards a future without type 1 diabetes in Melbourne, Lilydale, Mornington, Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton, Bairnsdale & Albury!
Play for Purpose
Draw closes 20 March 2025
Every Play For Purpose ticket gives you the chance to win a first prize worth $250k and hundreds of other amazing prizes like cars, vouchers and more.
Run the Rock
22 March 2025
Join us at the stunning Hanging Rock in the Macedon Ranges, for a day of scenic running, family fun, live music, food trucks, and more!
Ballarat Marathon
26-27 April 2025
Join us for a two-day running festival that highlights one of regional Australia’s most beautiful and historic cities, welcoming both elite and recreational athletes.
Mornington Running Festival
04 May 2025
Run Australia’s most scenic course with events for all ages and fitness levels—finish strong and enjoy a medal and a free donut!
Great Ocean Road Running Festival
17-18 May 2025
Run along Australia’s most breathtaking coastline! Enjoy a traffic-free course, stunning ocean views, and a weekend packed with events for all ages—yoga, kites, live music, and more
Run Melbourne
13 July 2025
Apply to be a Charity Superstar and run for free at Run Melbourne 2025 when you raise $500 for a cause close to your heart—together, let’s aim to raise $1 million and make a difference!
Other ways to raise money for type 1 diabetes research
Sign up for Entertainment
Save on takeaway, dining, shopping, groceries, gift cards, activities and more with Entertainment! 20% of every membership purchased goes to support JDRF Australia!
Connect to Drimtel
DrimTel is a local Australian telecommunications service provider that empowers connectivity and transforms lives. 50% of their profits go directly to JDRF Australia.
Purchase Synxbody
SynxBody, is an Australian footcare company. For every online purchase made on their website, SynxBody is generously donating $1 to JDRF to help advance foot health and T1D awareness!
Support Krystle knight jewellery
KKJ an Australia brand, specialises in handmade jewellery, centred around crystals and their healing properties.
$20 from each 'Make It Visible' collection sale goes to JDRF Australia.
Apply for your United Petrol card
With the JDRF Australia UP Community card, save 2 cents per litre at participating United stations and support JDRF Australia with a 2 cents per litre rebate.
Support PHIL Hoffmann Travel
Thinking of travelling but also want to make an impact? Donating 1% of your holiday cost directly to JDRF! Using code SPJDRF at checkout.
