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Box Hill Athletic Club Anchors Five Community Runs This Year

The club has anchored several timed races and community runs through its scheduled events this year.

By Box Hill Sport Desk · Published 19 July 2026

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Box Hill Athletic Club has stayed at the centre of the local running scene through its documented events in 2026. The club listed the Box Hill Burn on February 19 and the Box Hill Classic on March 5 before its site showed no upcoming events by late 2025.

Event Details Grounded in Club Records

Those two races formed part of the club’s programme for the year. The Mother’s Day Classic 2026 is set for Hagenauer Reserve at 15 Hillside Parade, Box Hill North, with timed runs and walks that support cancer research. Decathlon Run Club Melbourne is hosting a separate free 7 km trail run on Saturday, October 4, 2026, at 9:00 AM from Decathlon Box Hill at 249 Middleborough Road.

Why These Dates Matter Locally

The February and March events occurred early in the year, giving runners in Box Hill North and surrounding streets a clear schedule before the club page updated. The October trail run offers a later option still ahead on the calendar. These dates allow participants to plan training around fixed local start points without relying on events outside the immediate area.

Next Steps for Interested Runners

Runners can check the Box Hill Athletic Club site for any future updates on events. Details for the October trail run are available through the listed Eventbrite listing, while the Mother’s Day Classic information appears on the Lets Go Victoria listing. Checking these sources directly provides the most current status for participation.

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