Anyone over the age of 18 years, and who has raised $100 in donations can participate. We also encourage you to invite a friend so you've got someone by your side throughout the walk.

You’ll need to be 18 years or older to register for the event. And remember, you’ll need to walk with at least one other participant.

Yes. We've recently changed event details so it's now possible for individuals to join Dusk to Dawn. You no longer need to be part of a team to participate, but we still encourage you to invite your friends!

Click this link for the detailed route map via AllTrails

The first wave of walkers departs from the Event Village in North Sydney at approximately 8 pm. We’ll notify you of your specific start time closer to the event.

With a challenging 37 km route, some participants will finish in the moonlight around 1 am, while most will complete it between 4 am and 6 am. You have a maximum of 14 hours to complete the walk.

Yes! There will be three checkpoints along the route. These are great opportunities to grab a snack, refill water bottle, use the toilet, and stretch.

You’ll get your bib upon arrival on the event night. Visit the check-in marquee, where our friendly team will provide you with a bib and headtorch. Remember to wear your bib on the front of your t-shirt throughout the walk and keep the head torch on once it’s dark.

It’s a big walk, so it’s important that you’re prepared! You’ll need to make sure you have the following items in your backpack.

• water and a water bottle with at least a 600ml capacity
• sufficient food to keep you satisfied during the Event
• suitable clothing for all weathers
• a fully charged phone
• a Dusk to Dawn Walk route map (in either printed or digital format) and
• a basic first aid kit including Band-Aids and blister protection tape and any personal medication you require such as Panadol.

Only certified assistance dogs accompanied by handlers carrying a handler’s identity card are permitted to take part in Dusk to Dawn.

The event will go ahead rain or shine! We recommend checking the weather forecast and dressing accordingly. In the event of extreme weather, we will keep you informed of changes or updates.

You can register online through our website. Simply click on the Sign Up button below and complete the registration form. You can create a team, or join an existing team.

Yes, there is a registration fee to cover event costs:

• Registration price is currently discounted to $40. Standard registration price is $75.
  Please get in touch with the team at dusktodawn@unicef.org.au for corporate team pricing and other details.

If you’re facing registration issues, reach out to our Dusk to Dawn team at dusktodawn@unicef.org.au.

No, we require all participants to register ahead of time to ensure we have everything prepared for your participation, including event packs and support on the day. Be sure to sign up before 11:59pm Monday 18 November to secure your spot ! 

Yes, you can log into your account and update your team, personal details, or fundraising page at any time. If you need help making changes, feel free to contact our support team at dusktodawn@unicef.org.au .

The $100 fundraising target is used by UNICEF to support children in emergencies, which is why it's a key part of the event. 

We will provide you with images and descriptions that you can copy and paste on socials or email to encourage donations. 

If you haven’t reached the $100 minimum by November, please reach out to us at dusktodawn@unicef.org.au and our team will be in touch to discuss possible next steps. 

Each participant must raise $100 before the event. We know fundraising can be daunting, but we’ll be here to support you every step of the way!

Congratulations! We’ll send out all rewards 1 month prior to the event. If you hit another milestone in the final four weeks, you can pick up the item on the night.

We provide a personalised fundraising page for each participant, along with social media graphics, email templates, and tips to help you reach your goal.

Throughout and after the event, we’ll send out updates and reports to show the impact of your fundraising on UNICEF’s projects for children around the world.