The 2XU Wellness Run brings thousands of runners and walkers to St Kilda for a morning of fundraising in support of Beyond Blue's mental health support services. Participants can choose from a 1km junior fun run, 5km run or walk, 10km run, or a 21.1km half marathon that loops around Albert Park Lake before joining the other distances along Beach Road. All distances finish at Catani Gardens, with the flat, scenic course taking in Melbourne's bayside scenery, Luna Park and the palm-lined foreshore. The event is built as much around its cause as the running itself, with registration fees covering event costs while all fundraising proceeds go directly to Beyond Blue's 24/7 support line. It's a solid option for first-time fun runners thanks to the shorter distance options, as well as more experienced runners chasing a half marathon time on a flat course. Finisher medals are provided across all distances, and the family-friendly junior race makes it an event the whole household can take part in together.