The Finish Line Soirée

A party celebrating the running community and the moments that move us. Join us for an end-of-year party celebrating Sydney’s running community and everything that made 2026 memorable! Wear your favourite 2026 race medal, bring your friends and celebrate the year together. Enjoy a fun night of drinks, running stories and good company, with a running photo exhibition and competition showcasing the moments that defined the year — from epic landscapes and race-day highs to sunrise runs, trail adventures and friendships along the way. We’ll also be joined by special guests 2026 UTA100 winner Michael Dunstan and Giselle Moor. They’ll share their stories of resilience and determination. Inspired by the incredible running photos shared on Strava that rarely make it beyond a screen, photos will be exhibited throughout the party, with guests invited to vote for their favourites. The evening will support Achilles and its mission to make running more accessible and inclusive for everyone. Categories: • Best Selfie Award • Best Landscape Award • Best Spirit of Running Award • Best Summit Photo Award (for the ulta runners!) • People’s Choice Award (across all categories) *Winners receive $400 voucher for On apparel Details: • Open to all runners • Photos must have been taken in 2026 • Photos must be taken by the person submitting • Maximum 3 submissions per person • No AI-generated images accepted • Winners voted by attendees Submission deadline: 30 October Submit your photos using the link provided upon registration Dress Code: Cocktail attire + your favourite 2026 running medal MUSIC: CC Luxe The ticket price includes light canapés and 2 drinks Prize donations from: • On • Step Ahead Physio • Limes Dry Cleaning • Made for Mates • Fixx Nutrition • SportLab • Rendezvous Sports • Dom Panino • The Running Company • One Running Charity Partner: We're delighted to partner with Achilles. Proceeds from the raffle and photos sold on the night go directly to Achilles who will be presenting on the evening to collect these funds directly. Achilles helps people with disabilities participate in running and endurance sports through the support of volunteer guides, creating opportunities for connection, achievement, and inclusion within the running community.