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Mt Buller Sky Run aka Santa's Run

Name: Mt Buller Sky Run aka Santa's Run
Start: 2025-12-07
End: 2025-12-07
Location: Mount Buller

Mount Buller, Victoria, Australia

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About the Event

Ascend into the raw beauty of Victoria’s High Country at the Mt Buller SkyRun on December 7, 2025. This premier alpine trail running adventure launches from the heart of Mt Buller Village, sending you across dramatic ridgelines, through fragrant snow gum forests, and onto some of Australia's most spectacular mountain singletrack. Choose your challenge from four distinct distances—from a scenic 5km to a demanding 45km journey—each offering a unique blend of steep climbs, panoramic vistas, and flowing descents that immerse you in the untamed spirit of the Victorian Alps. More than a race, it’s a full sensory immersion where crisp mountain air, rugged terrain, and a passionate trail community converge for an unforgettable day above the clouds. Secure your start in this iconic sky-running experience, where every step elevates you closer to the summit of personal achievement.

Races Offered

36 km

Dec 07, 2025

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Distance — 36K

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Type — Running

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07:00

45 km

Dec 07, 2025

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Distance — 45K

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Type — Running

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07:00

22 km

Dec 07, 2025

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Distance — 22K

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Type — Running

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09:00

5 km

Dec 07, 2025

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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10:00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Mount Buller.

thermostat Temperature

7.6° / 19.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

4.9° / 16.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 54m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.9 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

10.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

66.5%

wb_twilight Sunrise

04:49

nightlight Sunset

19:29

About Mount Buller

Learn more about the host city, Mount Buller.

Mount Buller, often called Buller by locals, is an alpine village and ski resort around 250 km northeast of Melbourne. In winter, the mountain contained 263 ha of terrain for skiers and snowboarders, satisfying a wide range of skiers, from total beginners to ultra-advanced. In summer, Mount Buller has rapidly expanded from just an 'off season' to a significant destination for hiking and mountain biking, with more to come.

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Mt Buller Sky Run aka Santa's Run

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