The Lion Chase | Great Western

Join an exhilarating fun run that takes you around the beautiful scenery of Great Western, starting at Best's Wines Great Western and finishing at the Great Western Hotel.

Get ready for a day filled with fun and adventure. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a good time, this event is perfect for everyone. Lace up your sneakers and prepare to tackle the course that winds through the beautiful country roads of Great Western.

After the chase, unwind with a snag and a glass of award-winning wine at the Great Western Hotel and enjoy the picturesque surroundings. Don't miss out on this unforgettable first annual event experience!

This event is a fundraiser for the Great Western community's junior sport initiative program. This program allows juniors who participate in both netball and football, to access free training night dinners, zero fee registrations, zero fee annual club memberships, and amazing development opportunities such as training sessions with professional athletes.

Event details

The run will start and finish in different locations which are only a few kilometers apart. There will be a courtesy bus to transport people back to their vehicles at the conclusion of the event. Learn more via their Facebook page here.

Starting point: Best's Wines Great Western - 111 Best's Road Great Western, VIC 3374
Finishing point: Great Western Hotel - 101 Main Street, Great Western, VIC 3374

 

After the event concludes, patrons are invited to stick around for the Twilight Market being held at the Great Western Thomson Community Centre on the oval. Festivities kick-off from 3pm into the evening and will feature food trucks, live music, and some of the best local artisans in our region. Find out more about the event here.