Join the Run For Climate: Join the Movement for Our Planet

24.10.2025

Lace up your running shoes and bring your creative style—Suva is about to host a climate event with heart, purpose, and plenty of fun. The Delegation of the European Union to the Pacific and the German Embassy in Suva invite you to the Run for Climate, happening on Saturday, November 1st, starting 6:00 am from Paradiso.

This energising event marks the EU’s Green Diplomacy Weeks 2025 and builds momentum toward COP 30, the global climate summit. But it’s more than just a run—it’s a moment to reflect on a decade of international climate diplomacy, and to amplify the voices of those most affected by climate change, especially across the Pacific.

Why Run for Climate?

  •  To celebrate progress and push for action.
  • To stand in solidarity with communities on the frontlines of climate change.
  • To show that every step counts—whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines.

 Fun for the Whole Family

Bring the kids! There’ll be creative activities and games designed to spark imagination and climate awareness. From eco-art stations to playful challenges, it’s a space where learning meets laughter.

 Win a FJD 250 Shopping Voucher!

Get social and get creative! Share your best photo or video from the event using the hashtag #RunForClimate. The most creative post will win a FJD 250 shopping voucher—so bring your flair, your filters, and your climate spirit! 

A judging panel will decide the winner. 

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or passionate about the planet, this is your chance to be part of something meaningful. Let’s run together—for resilience, for justice, and for a greener future.

See you at PARADISO on Saturday November 1st at 6am

Let’s make every step count. 

Program 

Time  Activities 
6:00am Arrival 
6:20am 

Opening remarks:

- Ambassador of the European Union to the Pacific, H.E. Barbara Plinkert

- Ambassador of Germany to Fiji and Special Envoy to the Pacific Island States, H.E Dr   Andreas Prothmann

- Permanent Secretary of Fiji's Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Dr Sivendra Michael

6:30am

5km run / walk starts from Paradiso car park to along the Suva Foreshore until 2.5km mark, and back.

Creative programme themed "Our Planet" starts in parallel & continues until the end of the event

7:30 am   Finish area celebrations with music, light breakfast, refreshments and networking
8:15 am  Family Photo 
9:10am

Closing remarks: 

Mr Eparama Qerewaqa - Alliance for Future Generations Fiji (AFG) Fiji Interim Executive Coordinator

Bridget Kennedy- Board Member, Suva Marathon Club 

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06:00 am - 09:00 am
Paradiso, Cakobau Road, Suva, Fiji
How to join?

The Run for Climate is completely free and open to the everyone- no registration needed, just show up and join the movement!