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Melbourne Teams Corporate Triathlon

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Mar 2027

Elwood Beach, Victoria, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

The Melbourne Teams Corporate Triathlon offers workplaces an energetic team challenge focused on fitness, teamwork and friendly competition. Held on Sunday, 14 March 2027, the event takes place...

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Avalon Beach Surf Swims

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Mar 2027

Avalon Beach, New South Wales, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 1.2 km2.5 km

Avalon Beach Surf Swims brings two scenic ocean-swimming challenges to Sydney’s Northern Beaches on Sunday, 14 March 2027, as part of the Pittwater Ocean Swim Series. 2.5km Around...

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Beach Buddies for International Students

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Mar 2027

West Beach Pavilion, St Kilda West Beach, St Kilda West, VIC

Tennis Come-and-try day Free participation

Beach Buddies brings beach tennis and bodyboarding together for international students in Victoria, with opportunities to meet other students at St Kilda West Beach.This free session takes place...

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Stony Rise - Short Hike (Ferntree Gully) - 14 Mar

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Mar 2027

Upper Ferntree Gully, Railway Ave &, Burwood Hwy, Upper Ferntree Gully VIC 3156, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Social or recreational activity From $89.00 / entry

Nearby to the famous 1000 Stairs, this is a wonderful area of the Dandenong Ranges for some very solid hiking, and is guaranteed to get you working the...

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Mount Macedon - 14 Mar

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Mar 2027

Douglas Rd & Mount Macedon Rd, Mount Macedon VIC 3441, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Social or recreational activity From $115.00 / entry

Mount Macedon is one of the highest peaks in the ranges and you can enjoy magnificent views from the Mount Macedon Memorial Cross and the Camels Hump. Where...

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The Big Melbourne Kilt Run

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Mar 2027

Pillars of Wisdom, The Tan Track, Melbourne, VIC

Running Race or organised distance event 3.827 km Mixed surfaces

The Big Melbourne Kilt Run brings runners, joggers, walkers and families together for a tartan-filled lap of Melbourne’s iconic Tan Track on Sunday 14 March 2027. Kilts are...

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School Sport National Championships

Not confirmed: family participation.

15 Mar 2027

Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

The School Sport National Championships will bring school-aged athletes to the Sunshine Coast for five days of national competition from Monday 15 to Friday 19 March 2027. Hosted...

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Captain Christie Ocean Swim

Not confirmed: family participation.

16 Mar 2027

Gerringong, New South Wales, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 1.8 km

The Captain Christie Ocean Swim is a point-to-point ocean swim along the scenic South Coast of New South Wales. Swimmers begin at the sheltered Gerringong Boat Harbour before...

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The Sydney Skinny

Not confirmed: family participation.

16 Mar 2027

Mosman, New South Wales, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.3 km0.9 km

The Sydney Skinny is an untimed open-water swim held at secluded Cobblers Beach in Sydney Harbour. The swim is clothing-optional, while the festival atmosphere on the beach remains...

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Carnegie Caulfield CC — TriVelo Coaching Summer ITT (Round 5)

Not confirmed: family participation.

16 Mar 2027

Springvale, Victoria, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event 15 km ROAD

Round 5 of the TriVelo Coaching Summer ITT Series brings riders to Sandown Raceway in Springvale for a fast, closed-circuit team time trial. The event is scheduled for...

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2027 AusCycling MTB National Championships

Not confirmed: family participation.

17 Mar 2027 – 21 Mar 2027

Glenorchy, Tasmania, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event MTB

The 2027 AusCycling MTB National Championships will bring Australia’s leading mountain bike riders to Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park in Tasmania from 17–21 March 2027. Over five days of...

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Hands-on Bike Maintenance Workshop - Greensborough - Wed 17 Mar

Not confirmed: family participation.

17 Mar 2027

Henry Street Community Hall, Greensborough, VIC

Cycling Coaching, workshops & talks $25.00 / entry Kids activities available

A flat tyre or a noisy chain should not keep a bike in the shed. This two-and-a-half-hour hands-on workshop at Henry Street Community Hall in Greensborough covers the...

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Warrumbungles - 19 Mar

Not confirmed: family participation.

19 Mar 2027 – 22 Mar 2027

Warrumbungle NSW 2828, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event

Are you ready for an adventure? Imagine exploring a stunning landscape that was formed by an ancient and truly mighty volcano. Welcome to the Warrumbungles National Park, where...

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Hike and Vine Walking Escape SA - 19 Mar

Not confirmed: family participation.

19 Mar 2027 – 22 Mar 2027

McCracken Dr, Victor Harbor - Goolwa SA 5211, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event 50 km Trail From $2,803.00 / entry

Embark on our newest micro adventure, a packless walking tour through the enchanting Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia! Join us for the perfect blend of fitness, escapade, and...

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Hike the Night Challenge - 19 Mar

Not confirmed: family participation.

19 Mar 2027 – 20 Mar 2027

420 Cape Schanck Rd, Cape Schanck VIC 3939, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event 28 km

Tickets are per person. Fancy a challenge? This unique night hiking event will test your endurance and ability to hike through the night. Walking 28km across the Mornington...

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kunanyi Mountain Run

Not confirmed: family participation.

19 Mar 2027 – 21 Mar 2027

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 5 km9 km14 km25 km46 km84 km Trail

kunanyi Mountain Run is a three-day trail-running festival held on kunanyi / Mount Wellington in Hobart, Tasmania, from Friday 19 to Sunday 21 March 2027. The festival will...

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Titan Macquarie Mud Run

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Mar 2027

Regand Park, Dubbo, NSW, Australia

Fitness Training Challenge

Titan Macquarie Mud RunSat, Mar 20, 2027 | Regand Park, Dubbo, NSW, AustraliaJoin the exhilarating Titan Macquarie Mud Run, a community-driven obstacle course event set along the picturesque...

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Noosa Ultra-Trail

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Mar 2027

Tewantin, Queensland, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 15 km25 km30 km45 km50 km80 km100 km Trail

Noosa Ultra-Trail is a multi-day trail running event set in the Noosa Hinterland, with routes that showcase the region’s bushland, townships and coastline. It is scheduled for Saturday,...

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Gold Coast T100 Triathlon

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Mar 2027

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

Set against the iconic Gold Coast backdrop, the Gold Coast T100 Triathlon brings a world-class multi-sport festival to Surfers Paradise over 20–21 March 2027. The event begins with...

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Sunset Kayak - 20 Mar

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Mar 2027

Corben Oval, Fairfield VIC 3078, Australia

Kayaking & Canoeing Race or organised distance event

Spend an evening exploring the Yarra River from the water! Take in nature, and the views as we settle back for a unique experience as dusk sets in.What...

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Storm The Bay

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Mar 2027

Apollo Bay, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.5 km1.2 km2.5 km

Storm The Bay is an ocean-swimming event held in Apollo Bay on the edge of Bass Strait, surrounded by the spectacular coastal scenery of the Great Ocean Road....

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Port to Pub

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Mar 2027

North Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 19.7 km25 km

Port to Pub is a challenging open-water swimming event featuring a direct 19.7-kilometre crossing from Leighton Beach in North Fremantle to Rottnest Island. Swimmers can also take on...

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Leisure Coast Kitchens Shellharbour Ocean Swim

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Mar 2027

Shellharbour, New South Wales, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.4 km1.2 km2 km

The Leisure Coast Kitchens Shellharbour Ocean Swim brings swimmers to the scenic waters of Shellharbour on the New South Wales South Coast for a welcoming day of ocean...

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Brimbank Park Running Festival

Not confirmed: family participation.

21 Mar 2027

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 2 km5 km10 km21 km42 km50 km Trail

The Brimbank Park Running Festival is a trail running event set in the parklands around Keilor in Melbourne’s west, offering something for everyone from first-time runners to experienced...

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2027 Mooloolaba Mile Ocean Swim

Not confirmed: family participation.

21 Mar 2027

Mooloolaba, Queensland, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.8 km1.6 km

The Mooloolaba Mile Ocean Swim is a Sunshine Coast open-water swim held at Mooloolaba, with a program that caters for a wide range of abilities, from junior and...

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Ironman 70.3 Geelong

Not confirmed: family participation.

21 Mar 2027

Eastern Beach, Geelong, Victoria, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

Ironman 70.3 Geelong is a long-course triathlon held on Geelong’s picturesque waterfront at Eastern Beach in Victoria. The event is known for its fast, multi-loop course and its...

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WSTC Triathlon Series - Race 5

Not confirmed: family participation.

21 Mar 2027

Altona Beach, Victoria, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

Race 5 of the WSTC Triathlon Series is a club triathlon held at the Altona Beach foreshore in Victoria, with swim, bike and run legs in that order....

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Hike and Kayak Yarra Bend

Not confirmed: family participation.

21 Mar 2027

Corben Oval, Fairfield, VIC

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event Kids activities available

Explore one of Melbourne's most surprising urban nature pockets on a guided Yarra Bend day that combines bushland walking with a relaxed paddle on the Yarra River. This...

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Bathurst Triathlon's Carroll Scott Trophy

Not confirmed: family participation.

21 Mar 2027

Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

Bathurst Triathlon’s Carroll Scott Trophy is the Bathurst Wallabies Triathlon Club’s premier trophy race and the grand final of the local triathlon season. Held in Bathurst, the event...

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Wentworth Falls

Not confirmed: family participation.

21 Mar 2027

Leura, New South Wales, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 11 km16 km Trail

Set in the spectacular Blue Mountains, Wentworth Falls is a trail-running event starting and finishing at the Fairmont Resort in Leura. Runners can choose between two marked courses...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best age for kids to start running in family events?

Most family events welcome kids ages 4-5 and up, with shorter distances for younger children. At ages 4-6, keep it fun and short (1-2km). Ages 7-10 can handle 3-5km. Teens can do adult distances. The key is making it enjoyable—focus on participation, not pace. Many events have staggered starts for different age groups.

How do I encourage my child to participate in events?

Make it fun: go for the party atmosphere, not the competition. Let them choose their own pace. Train together on short, enjoyable runs. Celebrate small wins during training. Find events with kids' activities or entertainment. Don't pressure them to 'race'—let them see other kids having fun. Many kids who hesitate initially become enthusiastic after one good event experience.

Can my family participate in a walking event together?

Yes. Many walking events are designed for families and welcome participants of all ages and fitness levels. Check the event details to see if there are distance options, age groups, or family categories.

What age should children be to participate in a fun run?

Most fun runs welcome families with children of all ages. Many events offer different distance options for kids (such as 1 km), families, and serious runners. Check the event details to see what's available and any age recommendations.

Can we register as a family team?

Many family fun runs allow team registration, but it varies by event. Some events let families register together as a group, while others require individual registrations. Check the event's registration page for team or family options.

How does fundraising work in charity events?

Charity events typically ask participants to secure sponsorships (donations) from friends and family based on their participation or performance. You register, then share a fundraising link with your network. Funds go directly to the charity.

Do I have to fundraise to participate in a charity event?

Requirements vary by event. Some events ask participants to set a fundraising target, while others allow you to participate with just a registration fee. Check the event details to see what's expected.

How do I search for events in my area?

Use the search filters on this page to find events by sport type (running, cycling, walking), location (search by suburb or postcode), and date (this weekend, this month, or a custom range). Virtual events can be found by checking the Virtual & Online filter.

Is there a cost to register for events?

Most events have registration fees ranging from free to a few dollars. Some events offer free early-bird registration or family discounts. The registration cost is shown on each event's listing.

Will the event be cancelled if the weather is bad?

Physical events may be postponed or modified due to severe weather, but this is rare. Check your event's terms and conditions or contact the organisers directly for their weather policy. Most virtual events proceed regardless of weather since participants choose their own locations.

Can I bring my kids to an event?

Many events welcome families and kids, but policies vary. Some events have dedicated kids' categories or distances, while others are family-friendly but require separate registrations. Check the event details to confirm it's suitable for families.

Are events accessible for people with different abilities?

Many events offer inclusive options like walking instead of running, different distance categories, or wheelchair-accessible routes. If you're getting started on your fitness journey, or if you have specific accessibility needs, contact the event organisers to discuss what accommodations are available.

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