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Forget your usual Saturday morning sleep-in. This November, hundreds of early risers will be trading their alarms for dance beats as Australia’s first-ever sunrise silent disco fun run takes over McLaren Vale!
Imagine running through the vineyards as the sun comes up, with music pumping through your headphones, four DJs bringing the energy and a massive dance party waiting for you at the finish line.
And the best part? You don’t even have to be a runner to join the fun.
On Saturday 14 November, RUNRISE is bringing a completely different kind of fitness experience to Chalk Hill Wines, combining a 4km run or power walk with the atmosphere of a sunrise rave.
Created by DAWNBREAK, the event is all about making movement fun, with participants choosing their own pace before setting off through the beautiful McLaren Vale wine region.
But this is no ordinary fun run.
Rather than running along to your own playlist, participants will be given wireless headphones and follow one of four roving DJs, each bringing the beats as the sun begins to rise over the vineyards.
The course takes participants along Field Street and Main Road before returning to Chalk Hill Wines, where the real party begins.
And whether you’re a regular runner, someone who loves a morning walk or simply someone who can’t resist a good dance floor, there’s a pace to suit your style.
The Run Wave is designed for those who enjoy a challenge, covering the 4km course at approximately five minutes per kilometre.
The Power Jog takes things down a notch at six minutes per kilometre, while the Light Jog offers a more relaxed seven-minute pace.
And for those who are more interested in the music than smashing a personal best, there’s the Disco Walk, moving at an energetic 11 minutes per kilometre.
So yes, you can absolutely get your friends together, throw on your favourite activewear and turn your Saturday morning walk into a dance party!
But reaching the finish line is only half the experience.
At 5:35am, the celebration continues with a massive sunrise dance party, giving everyone the chance to dance together as daylight fills the sky.
Participants can also refuel with complimentary FÜLL+ protein shakes, while activewear brand LSKD will be bringing exclusive RUNRISE merchandise, custom heat pressing and an apparel stall to the finish-line village.
And once the dancing is done, there’s one more way to start the weekend feeling refreshed.
At 6:50am, participants can keep their headphones on for a complimentary Headset Yoga in the Park session led by Jordan Doropoulos, offering a chance to stretch, recover and unwind after the morning’s excitement.
RUNRISE is open to all ages, with children welcome when accompanied by a legal guardian, making it an option for families looking for something a little different to do together.
Just be prepared for an early start!
Participants must arrive at Chalk Hill Wines by 4:15am for ticket scanning and headphone collection, with strict entry cut-off times in place.
With four different pace options, live DJs, vineyard scenery and a finish-line celebration before most of Adelaide has even woken up, RUNRISE could be one of the most memorable ways to kick off a spring weekend.
And who knows? You might just discover that getting out of bed before sunrise isn’t so bad when there’s a dance party involved.
THE FULL+ RUNRISE Adelaide
What: THE FULL+ RUNRISE Adelaide
When: Saturday 14 November 2026, 4:15am–8am
Where: Chalk Hill Wines, 56 Field Street, McLaren Vale
Tickets: Available via Humanitix. Choose your preferred pace when booking.
More info: RUNRISE Adelaide
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