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Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival

Not confirmed: family participation.

01 Aug 2027

Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 2 km5 km10 km21.1 km42.2 km Road & paved paths

The EVA Air Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival is a road running event held on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, bringing together a full marathon, half marathon, 10-kilometre, 5-kilometre...

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Backroads Gravel

Not confirmed: family participation.

07 Aug 2027

Nabawa, Western Australia, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event 10 km20 km65 km100 km160 km Trail GRAVEL

Backroads Gravel returns to Nabawa in Chapman Valley on Saturday 7 August 2027, bringing together gravel cycling and trail running across the region’s scenic network of gravel roads....

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Rumble in the Jungle

Not confirmed: family participation.

07 Aug 2027

Ulong, New South Wales, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 1 km8 km21 km30 km50 km100 km

Rumble in the Jungle is a trail running event based in Ulong, in the Coffs Harbour hinterland inland from Coffs Harbour. The event explores the scenic trails of...

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Spartan Melbourne Urban

Not confirmed: family participation.

07 Aug 2027 – 08 Aug 2027

Werribee, Victoria, Australia

Fitness Training Challenge Kids activities available

Spartan Melbourne Urban brings an obstacle-course challenge to Werribee Racecourse as part of the 2027 Melbourne Spartan Event Weekend. The programme features a fast, flat urban course and...

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Scenic Rim Ultra

Not confirmed: family participation.

07 Aug 2027 – 08 Aug 2027

Queensland, Queensland, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 10 km25 km42 km65 km105 km Trail

Scenic Rim Ultra is a challenging trail-running event in the Scenic Rim, Queensland, with six courses: 10km, 25km, 42km, 65km, 105km and 100 miles. Routes feature mountain climbs,...

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Coastal4Cancer

Not confirmed: family participation.

08 Aug 2027

Grange, South Australia, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 7 km14 km21.1 km30 km

Coastal4Cancer is a low-cost, low-key, self-supported coastal fun run held in Grange, South Australia. The event is designed to suit a range of fitness levels and is set...

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Federation Ultra Trail

Not confirmed: family participation.

08 Aug 2027

The Rural City of Murray Bridge, South Australia, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 26 km35 km56 km Trail

The Federation Ultra Trail is a trail running event held on 8 August 2027 in the Murray Bridge area of South Australia. It offers multiple distances, including 54...

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Voltaren City2Surf

Not confirmed: family participation.

08 Aug 2027

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 14 km Road & paved paths Kids activities available

Voltaren City2Surf is Sydney’s iconic 14km fun run from the city centre to Bondi Beach. Held on Sunday, 8 August 2027, the event brings together around 90,000 participants...

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Airlie Beach Race Week 2027

Not confirmed: family participation.

11 Aug 2027 – 18 Aug 2027

Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia

Sailing Tournament or competition

Airlie Beach Race Week 2027 returns to the Whitsunday coast from 11 to 18 August 2027, combining six days of offshore yacht racing with seven nights of entertainment...

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North Queensland Elite Rodeo

Not confirmed: family participation.

13 Aug 2027 – 14 Aug 2027

Hervey Range, Queensland, Australia

Other Other

North Queensland Elite Rodeo brings professional rodeo, live entertainment and country hospitality to the spectacular bush setting of Hervey Range, just outside Townsville. Held across Friday night and...

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Revive and Thrive Retreat FNQ - 14 Aug

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Aug 2027 – 19 Aug 2027

Cairns Airport (CNS), Airport Ave, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event 60 km From $4,155.00 / entry

When was the last time you felt truly content with your life? Are you ready to thrive? If you’re tired of the survive-thrive burnout loop, join us for...

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BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival

Not confirmed: family participation.

15 Aug 2027

West Mackay, Queensland, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event 25 km60 km100 km ROAD

The BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival returns to West Mackay on Sunday, 15 August 2027, bringing cyclists together for one of the region’s biggest community riding events....

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Airlie Beach Triathlon Festival

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Aug 2027 – 22 Aug 2027

Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

The Airlie Beach Triathlon Festival is a signature North Queensland endurance event set against the spectacular backdrop of the Whitsundays. The festival brings together experienced athletes, first-time competitors,...

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Revive and Thrive Retreat FNQ - 21 Aug

Not confirmed: family participation.

21 Aug 2027 – 26 Aug 2027

Cairns Airport (CNS), Airport Ave, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event 60 km

When was the last time you felt truly content with your life? Are you ready to thrive? If you’re tired of the survive-thrive burnout loop, join us for...

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Daylesford Yoga and Hiking Retreat - 27 Aug

Not confirmed: family participation.

27 Aug 2027 – 29 Aug 2027

9 Lone Pine Ave, Hepburn Springs VIC 3461, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event 13 km From $1,243.00 / entry

A care-free weekend of hiking, yoga, good food, and good company, with the option of a massage to really treat yourself!This is a beginner-friendly weekend, with short hikes...

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Chevron City to Surf for genU - Perth

Not confirmed: family participation.

29 Aug 2027

City Beach, Western Australia, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 4 km12 km

Chevron City to Surf for genU is a community fun run bringing together runners, walkers, wheelchair participants, families, schools and workplaces for a day of movement, connection and...

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Run Port Douglas

Not confirmed: family participation.

04 Sep 2027

Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 2 km5 km10 km21.1 km

Run Port Douglas returns to Tropical North Queensland on Saturday 4 September 2027, offering a choice of 2km Run/Walk, 5km, 10km and 21.1km Half Marathon events through the...

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IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast

Not confirmed: family participation.

12 Sep 2027

Mooloolaba, Queensland, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast returns to Mooloolaba Beach on Sunday, 12 September 2027, bringing athletes, supporters and spectators to one of Queensland’s most popular beachside destinations. The event...

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C.ex Group Coffs Harbour Running Festival

Not confirmed: family participation.

12 Sep 2027

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 1 km3 km5 km10 km21.1 km42.2 km Kids activities available

The C.ex Group Coffs Harbour Running Festival returns to Coffs Harbour on Sunday, 12 September 2027, offering a choice of distances for runners and walkers of all ages...

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Ramsay Health Care LakeMacRun

Not confirmed: family participation.

12 Sep 2027

Warners Bay, New South Wales, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 4 km10.5 km

Ramsay Health Care LakeMacRun is a traffic-free running event along the picturesque Lake Macquarie foreshore, starting and finishing at Warners Bay on Sunday, 12 September 2027. The relatively...

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Thargomindah Motorbike Sports and Enduro

Not confirmed: family participation.

17 Sep 2027 – 19 Sep 2027

Thargomindah, Queensland, Australia

Other Tournament or competition

Thargomindah Motorbike Sports and Enduro brings a high-energy weekend of dirt, dust and motorsport action to Thargomindah in Outback Queensland. Riders of all ages and experience levels can...

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Warrumbungles - 17 Sep

Not confirmed: family participation.

17 Sep 2027 – 20 Sep 2027

Warrumbungle NSW 2828, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event 40 km Trail From $2,595.00 / entry

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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Surf Coast Century

Not confirmed: family participation.

18 Sep 2027

Anglesea, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 50 km100 km Trail

The Surf Coast Century is a coastal ultra-marathon and trail running event held in Anglesea on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road. It offers a challenging mix of 100km solo,...

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Australian Retirement Trust Cardiac Challenge

Not confirmed: family participation.

18 Sep 2027 – 20 Sep 2027

Cairns North, Queensland, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event ROAD

The Australian Retirement Trust Cardiac Challenge is a three-day fundraising cycling event travelling from Cairns to Cooktown through the spectacular landscapes of Far North Queensland. Beginning in Cairns...

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Junior Adventure ACT for Ages 12–15 - Outward Bound Australia

Not confirmed: family participation.

27 Sep 2027 – 01 Oct 2027

Outward Bound Australia Tharwa Campus, Tharwa, ACT

Hiking/Bushwalking Coaching, workshops & talks $1,051.83 / programme Kids activities available

Junior Adventure introduces young people aged 12–15 to outdoor camping, hiking and teamwork in the high country around Tharwa. This five-day session runs from 27 September–01 October 2027,...

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Cairns Rainforest Rumble 2027

Not confirmed: family participation.

30 Sep 2027 – 03 Oct 2027

Smithfield, Queensland, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event MTB

Cairns Rainforest Rumble returns to Smithfield MTB Park from Thursday 30 September to Sunday 3 October 2027 for four days of mountain bike racing in Smithfield, Queensland. The...

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Daylesford Yoga and Hiking Retreat - 8 Oct

Not confirmed: family participation.

08 Oct 2027 – 10 Oct 2027

9 Lone Pine Ave, Hepburn Springs VIC 3461, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event 13 km

A care-free weekend of hiking, yoga, good food, and good company, with the option of a massage to really treat yourself!This is a beginner-friendly weekend, with short hikes...

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Spring Cycle

Not confirmed: family participation.

10 Oct 2027

North Sydney to Pyrmont / Parramatta (TBC), Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event ROAD

Pedal with purpose at Spring Cycle, returning to Sydney on Sunday, 10 October 2027. Join thousands of riders for a memorable journey across the Sydney Harbour Bridge while...

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Blue Mountains - 15 Oct

Not confirmed: family participation.

15 Oct 2027 – 18 Oct 2027

Blue Mountains, NSW, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event 50 km

Famous for its rugged mountains, sandstone cliffs, and Eucalypt forests that stretch out beyond the horizon, the Blue Mountains need little introduction. This World Heritage area contains some...

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BikeSA Annual Tour 2027

Not confirmed: family participation.

16 Oct 2027 – 24 Oct 2027

Coorong and Lower Lakes of the Murray River, South Australia, Australia

Cycling Social or recreational activity

BikeSA Annual Tour 2027 is a nine-day cycling adventure through some of South Australia’s most spectacular landscapes, from the Murray River and Lower Lakes to the Coorong and...

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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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