Registrations for this year’s Mother’s Day Classic are now open, wit the annual charity fun-run returning to its in-person format after two years of virtual events.
The eight and four-kilometre walk and run will take place in Eastern Park on Sunday, May 8, with funds raised to support breast cancer research.
Geelong Mother’s Day Classic organiser Kristin McMaster said it was pleasing the event would be able to return to its usual format.
“We’ve essentially been in hiatus for a few years now because of the pandemic and we’ve had to hold virtual events,” she said.
“It’s the 25th year of the Mother’s Day Classic as whole this year – which is a major milestone – and thank goodness we can come together and run the event in-person.
“We’re hoping to see somewhere from 1500 to 2000 people take part and go for a walk or a run around Eastern Park, overlooking Eastern Beach and the beautiful waterfront.”
Ms McMaster said participants would have a wide range of motivations for taking part in the day.
“Breast cancer will have touched everyone in some way, whether that’s yourself or someone you know,” she said.
“For some people the day is a celebration of survival and for others it will be an opportunity to remember someone important.
“It’s a really special cause and we’re encouraging everyone to dress in pink and come together in hope.”
Ms McMaster said the event played a crucial role in raising funds for breast cancer research for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
“Breast cancer research is needed to ensure we reach the target of a 100 per cent survival rate within the next five years,” she said.
“More than $42 million has been raised through the Mother’s Day Classic and it’s incredible to see the research that has funded … it has been so valuable.”
Ms McMaster said the day would also feature a collection of children’s activities in the park, including mini golf and a petting zoo, to bring a “fun atmosphere” to the day.
Details: mothersdayclassic.com.au/vic-geelong
