Join us on Sunday, October 12th 2025 for the 3rd annual LIFT THE LID WALK for Mental Health in Cairns – a relaxed, family-friendly event along the beautiful Cairns Esplanade. This is your chance to walk, talk and show your support for mental health awareness and research.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday October 12th 2025
Registration Opens: 7am
Walk Starts: 8am
Distance: 2.5km or 5km – walk at your own pace
Location: The Pirate Ship, Cairns Esplanade (Smith Street Carpark)
Dogs on leashes are welcomed and encouraged!
About the Walk:
This isn’t a race – its a fun, inclusive community walk designed to raise awareness and vital funds for Australian Rotary Health’s Mental Health Research. Whether you’ve been personally impacted or simply care about the cause, your participation helps make a difference.
Since the first walk in Mooloolaba in 2016, this initiative has grown into a national series, raising over $250,000 for mental health research – and we’re just getting started.
Why this Matters:
This event is more than just a walk – its a movement. Here’s why its special: