The Sun Run is a popular coastal fun-run along Sydney’s Northern Beaches, offering two distances — 7 km and 10 km — that wind from Dee Why Beach to Manly Beach. The next edition is scheduled for Saturday 31 January 2026, with race start at The Strand, Dee Why, and finish at South Steyne in Manly. It’s a family-friendly, community-oriented event welcoming runners, walkers, and fundraisers of all ages and abilities — perfect for casual joggers through to more committed runners.
Race
The Sun Run is a family-friendly point-to-point fun run along Sydney’s Northern Beaches coastline that offers two distance options — 7 km and 10 km, from Dee Why to Manly Beach. The next edition takes place on Saturday, 31 January 2026, with the start line at The Strand, Dee Why, and finish at South Steyne in Manly.
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FAQs
What is the Sun Run?
How long is the Sun Run?
Where does the Sun Run take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Sun Run?
How can I prepare for the Sun Run?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Sun Run?
The Sun Run is a family-friendly point-to-point fun run along Sydney’s Northern Beaches coastline that offers two distance options — 7 km and 10 km, from Dee Why to Manly Beach. The next edition takes place on Saturday, 31 January 2026, with the start line at The Strand, Dee Why, and finish at South Steyne in Manly.
The Sun Run is 10km long.
The Sun Run takes place in Dee Why, Manly.
The Sun Run elevation gain is 112 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Sun Run?
The Sun Run is a family-friendly point-to-point fun run along Sydney’s Northern Beaches coastline that offers two distance options — 7 km and 10 km, from Dee Why to Manly Beach. The next edition takes place on Saturday, 31 January 2026, with the start line at The Strand, Dee Why, and finish at South Steyne in Manly.
How long is the Sun Run?
The Sun Run is 10km long.
Where does the Sun Run take place?
The Sun Run takes place in Dee Why, Manly.
What is the elevation gain of the Sun Run?
The Sun Run elevation gain is 112 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Sun Run?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Sun Run?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
This event listing is for informational purposes only. Runna is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Sun Run or Northern Beaches Council. All event details are based on publicly available information and are provided solely to help users discover running events. Runna does not use any official logos, images, or proprietary content from this event or its organiser. Any trademarks or names mentioned are used descriptively to identify the event in a factual manner. For the most accurate and up to date information (including to register or purchase an entry to the event), please visit the Sun Run website.
