Dreamworld's 2024 Fun Run saw us raise $19471!
Make FUN RUN memories and register for our 5km Fun Run, or the 2km Junior Dash supporting, where you'll weave through Dreamworld & WhiteWater World and enjoy plenty of entertainment along the way! Including exciting new sensory experiences like bubbles, smoke, snow and our very own colour zone! Prefer to walk it, skip or hop along? That's perfectly okay!
$5 from every registration will be donated to our charity partners and every runner will have the opportunity to raise their own funds through their own fundraising page, plus take away some freebies and a keepsake Dreamworld Fun Run finisher medal!
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Two Running Options
You can choose to register for either our 5km Fun Run that starts at 6:30am, or the 2km Junior Dash that starts at 7:30am.
The 5km Fun Run supporting LIVIN is open for all ages* and will snake around both Dreamworld and WhiteWater World, with plenty of entertainment and excitement along the way.
Starting at Dreamworld's main entry from 6:30am,
Take a trip around the park,
Wave hello to our Aussie wildlife,
Meet some Guide Dogs pups, experience foam, water pistols, colour and more,
Head through Dreamworld's themed precincts! And then...
Finish by winding through WhiteWater World!
*Children under 11 must be accompanied by a registered parent/guardian for the 5km fun run.
Run, skip, or walk... The 2km Junior Dash supporting Guide Dogs Queensland is heaps of fun for the little ones* (or the young at heart), with plenty of joy to be seen weaving through the park’s themed kid's areas.
Starting at Dreamworld's main entry from 7:30am,
Take a trip around the famous Dreamworld globe,
Wave hello to our Aussie wildlife,
Head through Dreamworld's themed precincts,
Meet some Guide Dogs pups, experience foam, water pistols, colour and more! And then...
Finish by winding through WhiteWater World!
*Parents/Guardians are welcome to run with their child, however will only receive a medal if registered for the 2km fun run.
Annual Passholder Discount
Valid Dreamworld Annual Passholders receive an additional $5 off their registration cost!
Simply select the Passholder registration option, enter the QTY to register & enter your Annual Pass barcode or Visual ID number.
Fun Run FAQs
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When is the event?
The 2023 Dreamworld Fun Run will be held on Sunday 4th August 2024 from 6:30am.
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What time should we arrive?
Participants who purchased their entry prior to Friday 26th July and have collected their timed racing bibs before race day are encouraged to arrive 45 mins before their race starts.
Participants who purchased their entry from Friday 26th July onwards are encouraged to arrive 90 mins before their race starts to allow time to collect their timed racing bibs.
5km Fun Run - Race starts at 6:30am.
Participants are encouraged to arrive for check-in from 5:45am2km Junior Dash - Race starts at 7:30am.
Participants are encouraged to arrive for check-in from 6:45am -
Can I run with my child?
5km Fun Run - Children under the age of 11 are required to be accompanied by a fully paid and registered parent and/or guardian for the duration of the 5km fun run.
2km Junior Dash - A parent and/or guardian does not need to be registered to run with a child in the Kids (3-13yrs) 2km Junior Dash but will not receive a keepsake Fun Run finishers medal, only the registered child will.
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How do we collect our event bibs?
Participants who purchased their entry prior to Friday 26th July must collect their timed racing bibs before race day. Collection times are from Saturday 27th July - Saturday 3rd August inclusive, at Dreamworld Guest Services during normal park operating hours.
Participants who purchased their entry from Friday 26th July onwards may collect their time racing bibs on race day and are encouraged to arrive 90 mins before their race starts to allow time to do so.
Please have your personal ID or eTicket ready to show when collecting your bib.
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Will bag storage be available on the day of the event?
Yes, bag storage will be available at WhiteWater World Guest Services and opens 5.30am on race day. Please have your bib ready to include the bag storage tearaway number.
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What does my registration fee cover?
Your registration fee will help us cover the administrational costs of your entry, your entry bib, your finisher medal and some of the event’s staffing.
Plus, $5 from each registration is donated directly to our charity partners, LIVIN or Guide Dogs Queensland.
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Will I receive a running time?
Yes, all fun run results are preliminary when you cross the finish line but can be accessed immediately. Approximately 2 hours after the event completion you can access your official result and download an eCertificate.
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Will photos be available?
Yes, our event photographers code all action shots according to your race bib number which makes accessing your photos easy. Photos will be available for viewing after the event has concluded.
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Can I wear a costume?
Yes, we encourage all participants to get into the spirit and dress up for the event.
Prizes will be up for grabs for the best dressed!
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Is water provided?
Yes there is a water station along the course.
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Where is the start line?
The start line is located outside Dreamworld's front entry gate.
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Where is the finish line?
The finish line is located in the WhiteWater World park adjacent to Dreamworld.
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Can I fundraise for LIVIN or Guide Dogs Queensland?
Absolutely, you can fundraise for LIVIN or Guide Dogs Queensland using your own online fundraising page.
Simply, head to the LIVIN Fundraising page or the Guide Dogs Fundraising page, register your account, and share your link with family & friends to donate!
There are prizes for the person who raises the most funds for LIVIN or Guide Dogs!
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What happens if it is raining?
The Dreamworld Fun Run will go ahead rain or shine.
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Can I spectate the event?
Yes, family & friends of registered participants are welcome to spectate the event. Please note spectators will only be permitted in designated areas.
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Will any food & beverage outlets be open?
Yes, Green Bean Coffee Co in Dreamworld and Bite Me Cafe in WhiteWater World will be open from 5.30am serving coffee, breakfast burgers, hashbrowns and a selection of fruit salad, wraps and muffins for purchase.
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Can I visit Dreamworld after the event?
Yes, however, a valid entry ticket is required.
Valid Annual Passholders are able to visit using their pass as normal.Registered Fun Run participants will receive a code by email the day before the race to upgrade their Fun Run entry to a Locals Annual Pass for a discounted rate using their registration details.
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Will there be prizes?
Yes, we have stacks of freebies & prizes up for grabs on the day.
Previous Fun Runs
Since 2021, we raised over a whopping $25k for LIVIN and made some incredible Fun Run Memories!