What about the kids?

Run Dungog is a community focused event and including kids in the Run Dungog Festival is very important to us. In order to allow parents the chance to have an annual outdoor adventure, we have arranged for kids to take part in a bush day on the day of the trail events, sponsored by Wangat Lodge and have tailored our Sunday events to be family friendly, with kids under 12 running free.

Wangat

There is an outdoor adventure day for kids aged 5 to 14 in the Dungog Common. Hosted by Wangat Lodge and Wildcraft Australia the kids will spend the day exploring the stunning natural environment of the Dungog Common and take part in bush skills and crafts. The day includes a healthy catered picnic lunch and all activities. Tickets are available whilst registering for run.

Run

We are hosting the perfect trail distances for kids - a 2km trail run through the Dungog Common.

Kids under 12 run free, but they need to be registered in order to receive their race bib and finishers medal. This course is also safe to allow kids to tackle it alone - they don’t need to run with an adult. However, please note, it is a rocky trail event, so there are hazards, but if your child is up for the challenge they have our full support.