FAQs

What are the films?

You can either play our specially curated 2-hour program, or you can select from our Film Pool to suit your community needs.  E.g. you might prefer marathon running or women-led or foreign films depending on where you are located and your demographic.  Whether your community is excited by athletics, ultra marathons or the local park run, RunNation is the perfect celebration of the human spirit that will leave you and your community inspired. 

How do you select the films?

We receive film submissions about all forms of running and make them available to hosts to run events for their local running communities. The festival is an original, inspiring event attended by running celebrities, thousands of runners and non-runners around the world. 

What makes a memorable Host-a-Show event?

To make your community want to come back for more, ask yourself, what is the unique vibe of my town or community? What gets peoples’ blood pumping? Whether it’s offering a film night to coincide with your Backyard Ultra, hosting a fun movie night for disadvantaged youth or organizing an après-Park-Run-Film in the forest, that’s where the magic unfolds. It’s all about crafting an experience that feels tailor-made for your running community. To add to the excitement of the event (and fundraise), you could organize a raffle, interviews with local running champions or highlight some of the important charities giving back in your community. So go ahead and get creative!

How much does it cost to Host-a-Show?

The licence fee for RunNation 2024 is $495USD
We also offer multiple licences for multiple locations and an All-Access 12-month package.

How do I choose a good venue?

Location is key. A high school or community center works well because it’s low cost or free. Bars and breweries may give you free access to their AV equipment in return for a full venue of beer-drinking customers! A theater or cinema will charge a fee but will have good advertising and ticketing options. If you are charging for tickets, $15-20 is reasonable. But you can offer a group 10+ tickets price or Concession price.

How do I set up for the screening?

All you need is a projector screen and sound. We provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to access the Film Portal. By following these steps, users can easily navigate the Portal and download the film files. It is important that you download the files and play them in full prior to your event date to troubleshoot any problems that arise.  If you’re hosting the screening yourself, make sure you have a powerful computer that can handle the file size and video output and good quality audio for your room size. If you are having a live event with interviews and emceeing, please organise this in advance, ensure you have a microphone and have a separate person managing the tech on the day of the event.

How do I promote the film?

Engage with your local community! We provide you with a Media Kit including teasers, trailers, stoke reels, social media assets, film images and synopses of films. These assets can be used on your website, social media channels and traditional hardcopy posters and flyers. Creating a Facebook Event is a great way of engaging the community and RunNation will “co-host”.  Notify local businesses, high-schools and community groups.  Give them discount codes and posters to put up and get them behind you. Your event will be listed on our RunNation website schedule. 

Can I create ticketing for the film?

You are welcome to use whatever Ticketing system you are comfortable with. We recommend using EventBrite. The Organizer Resource Hub is a wealth of information: https://www.eventbrite.com/resources/

Once you’ve booked your venue, date and time, we will list this on our website (with your EventBrite ticket link). And if you create a Facebook Event, please invite Adventure Entertainment as a co-host so we can also advertise the event.

Can I use local sponsors for the screening?

Yes! We’re dedicated to ensuring your show is as successful as possible and reaching out to local sponsors is paramount. Local sponsors can contribute cool giveaway items, running gear, restaurant vouchers or even financial support to help offset your licence/venue costs. Local newspapers and magazines can advertise your show on their calendar of events. RunNation will also introduce the main sponsors at the commencement of the films who also provide SWAG at your event. 

What date can I screen the films to my community?
Anytime you like: spring, summer, winter or fall! If we’re not running the Official RunNation Tour in your town at the same time, it’s yours! We limit booking of other screenings within a 30 mile radius of your venue.