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RUN THE TAN

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Melbourne Softball Association
Melbourne Softball Association
Northern Pavilion Fawkner Park, South Yarra

Your central source of truth for all official times around The Tan + host of annual Run the Tan showcase event and weekly Run Club.

The TAN Track is one of the most iconic and popular running tracks in Australia. People from all walks of life and abilities have either jogged, raced, walked or trained on the Tan track. Most people can relate to what their PB is around the tan.

17/06/2026

THE RECORD BOOKS HAVE BEEN UPDATED. 🔥

The Tan Digital Clocks have now been updated following Run the Tan 2026.

Highlights include:

🏆 Michael Roeger breaking the Para Course Record in 10:53

🏆 Linden Hall equalling Jessica Hull's Women's Course Record in 11:31

🏆 New athletes joining the official Top 10 and changes in rankings in the Para leaderboard.

The names displayed on the clocks represent the fastest performances ever recorded around Melbourne's most iconic running circuit.

History isn't made often around the Tan.

When it is, it earns its place on the clocks.

Check them out next time you're on the famous 3.827km loop.

One lap. One hill. No hiding.

16/06/2026

🇦🇺 RECORD ALERT

Peter Bol has set a new Oceania and Australian 1000m record of 2:15.13 at the prestigious Ostrava Golden Spike meet in the Czech Republic.

Trailing in seventh place with 200m remaining, Bol produced a stunning finishing burst to charge through the field and also take the win.

A record-breaking performance from one of Australia's best. 🔥

Photos from RUN THE TAN's post 14/06/2026

MORE THAN A RUN

At Run the Tan, we believe movement has the power to change lives.

Not just through fitness.
Not just through performance.

But through connection, belonging, and community.

Every step taken together is a reminder that nobody has to do life alone.

Because mental health matters.
Movement matters.
Connection matters.
Community matters.

12/06/2026

Run Club 13.06.2026 🙌

Getting it done before the rain sets in. 💪

8am every Saturday at The Tan. All welcome.

Have a Krak -
https://runthetan.net/have-a-krak/

11/06/2026

Join us on Saturday morning for a run, jog or walk around The Tan. Have a Krak!

Main Session - Hill Repeats
Option 2 - Easy Run (1 or 2 laps)
Option 3 - Walk

Free to Join, Everyone Welcome. Go at your own pace. No pressure, no judgment, no expectations. Supported by qualified Running Coaches.

- 8am Saturday morning (arrive 7:45am for 8am start)
- Pillars of Wisdom, The Tan Track.

Followed by coffee, chats and positive vibes at the Gilson.

Great way to kick start your weekend.

Have a Krak! RSVP to let us know if you're going?

Proudly supported by Kraken — Learn more: https://runthetan.net/have-a-krak/





10/06/2026

🚨 RECORD ALERT 🚨

What a run from Ky Robinson. 🇦🇺🔥

Running 12:50.82 at the Oslo Diamond League, Robinson has become the fastest Australian in history over 5000m.

In the process, he broke Craig Mottram's Australian record, a mark that had stood for 22 years.

A historic run. A new Australian record. History made.

07/06/2026

Every city has its landmarks.

Melbourne has The Tan.

A place where records are broken, friendships are formed, goals are chased and stories are written every single day.

For many, it's more than a running track.

It's part of Melbourne's identity.

One lap. One hill. No hiding.

06/06/2026

Farewell .bssd 💚🥂

05/06/2026

Stronger together. 💚

Thank you to the amazing mental health charities working tirelessly to support, educate, and advocate for better mental health outcomes.

Together, we're helping change lives and save lives.

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Melbourne

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Pillars Of Wisdom, The Tan Track
Melbourne, VIC
3004

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 12am
Tuesday 5am - 12am
Wednesday 5am - 12am
Thursday 5am - 12am
Friday 5am - 12am
Saturday 5am - 12am
Sunday 5am - 12am