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Park Orchards BMX — Club Championship (Round 7)

Park Orchards BMX — Club Championship (Round 7)

Not confirmed: entry fee.

14 Nov 2026

Park Orchards, Victoria, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event BMX

Park Orchards BMX Club’s Club Championship continues with Round 7 on Saturday, 14 November 2026. The event is part of the club’s 2026 championship series and will be...

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Run2Cure Melbourne

Run2Cure Melbourne

Not confirmed: entry fee.

15 Nov 2026

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 3 km5 km10 km21.1 km

Run2Cure Melbourne takes place on Sunday 15 November 2026 at Princes Park, Carlton North, raising funds for childhood cancer research.The programme offers 3 km, 5 km, 10 km...

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Eltham Fun Run/Walk

Eltham Fun Run/Walk

Not confirmed: entry fee.

15 Nov 2026

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 5 km10 km

The Eltham Fun Run/Walk is a community running and walking event held in Melbourne’s north-east, with a 5km walk, 5km run and 10km run available for participants of...

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Frankston Running Festival

Frankston Running Festival

Not confirmed: entry fee.

15 Nov 2026

Frankston Pier, Frankston, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 1 km5 km10 km15 km

The Frankston Running Festival is a bayside running event held at Frankston Pier and the Frankston waterfront in Victoria. It returns on Sunday 15 November 2026 and offers...

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Shine a Light on Lung Cancer: Melbourne

Shine a Light on Lung Cancer: Melbourne

Not confirmed: entry fee.

15 Nov 2026

Pillars of Wisdom, Tan Track, Melbourne, VIC

Walking Race or organised distance event

Shine a Light on Lung Cancer brings Melbourne’s lung cancer community together for a reflective evening walk around The Tan on Sunday 15 November 2026. Meet at the...

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Holy Saviour Tennis Club Open Day

Holy Saviour Tennis Club Open Day

Not confirmed: entry fee.

15 Nov 2026

Holy Saviour Tennis Club, Vermont South, VIC

Tennis Come-and-try day

Discover a local tennis club in the heart of Vermont South at the Holy Saviour Tennis Club Open Day on Sunday 15 November 2026, from 2pm to 4pm....

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WSTC Triathlon Series - Race 1

WSTC Triathlon Series - Race 1

Not confirmed: entry fee.

15 Nov 2026

Altona Beach, Victoria, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

Race one of the WSTC Triathlon Series will be held at the Altona Beach foreshore on Sunday, 15 November 2026. The event welcomes athletes of different ages and...

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ROI Run Club - Melbourne

ROI Run Club - Melbourne

Not confirmed: entry fee.

19 Nov 2026

Mondo Gelateria Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC

Running Race or organised distance event 5 km

Meet other founders, operators and creatives for an easy 5km run through Melbourne, finishing back at Mondo Gelateria for conversation and gelato.ROI Run Club’s inaugural run takes place...

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HOP Port Melbourne: Serve & Rally

HOP Port Melbourne: Serve & Rally

Not confirmed: entry fee.

21 Nov 2026

House of Pickle Port Melbourne, Port Melbourne, VIC

Pickleball Tournament or competition

Serve & Rally brings mixed doubles pickleball to House of Pickle Port Melbourne for a DUPR-rated day of friendly competition and community connection. The event is designed for...

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Hip Opening Yoga Workshop

Hip Opening Yoga Workshop

Not confirmed: entry fee.

21 Nov 2026

Nirvikalpa Yoga, Ringwood North, VIC

Yoga Coaching, workshops & talks

This focused morning workshop in Ringwood North gives established yoga practitioners 90 minutes to explore hip mobility, flexibility and mindful movement in a structured, breath-led practice.Deepen Your Hip...

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2XU Wellness Run

2XU Wellness Run

Not confirmed: entry fee.

22 Nov 2026

Catani Gardens, St.Kilda, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 5 km10 km21.1 km Road & paved paths

The 2XU Wellness Run is a community-focused running event held at Catani Gardens, St Kilda, featuring scenic bayside courses and a strong emphasis on movement, connection and mental...

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Silvan to Olinda Loop - 22 Nov

Silvan to Olinda Loop - 22 Nov

Not confirmed: entry fee.

22 Nov 2026

Stonyford Rd, Victoria, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event

Looking for a wonderful long loop to really get those arms and legs working, whilst enjoying the absolute peace and quiet of the forest? Soak up the scenery...

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Ocean Grove Running Festival

Ocean Grove Running Festival

Not confirmed: entry fee.

22 Nov 2026

Ocean Grove, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 1 km5 km10 km21.1 km Road & paved paths Kids activities available

The inaugural Ocean Grove Running Festival brings a welcoming race-day experience to Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula on Sunday, 22 November 2026. Designed for participants of all ages and abilities,...

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Carnegie Caulfield CC — TriVelo Coaching Summer ITT (Round 2)

Carnegie Caulfield CC — TriVelo Coaching Summer ITT (Round 2)

Not confirmed: entry fee.

24 Nov 2026

Springvale, Victoria, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event 15 km ROAD

Round 2 of the TriVelo Coaching Summer ITT Series brings cyclists and triathletes to Sandown Raceway for an individual time trial on a closed circuit. Competitors will race...

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Vision Australia's Santa Fun Run

Vision Australia's Santa Fun Run

Not confirmed: entry fee.

28 Nov 2026

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 4 km8 km

Vision Australia’s Santa Fun Run is a festive community event in Melbourne that brings together runners, walkers, joggers and participants of all abilities for a fun, family-friendly morning....

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The 5K Foam Fest - Melbourne

The 5K Foam Fest - Melbourne

Not confirmed: entry fee.

28 Nov 2026

Victoria, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 5 km Kids activities available

The 5K Foam Fest – Melbourne is a foam-filled obstacle course and fun run taking place on Saturday, 28 November 2026, at Event Central at Caribbean Park in...

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Gravel Unravel Warburton

Gravel Unravel Warburton

Not confirmed: entry fee.

28 Nov 2026

Warburton, Victoria, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event 46.7 km51.1 km99 km GRAVEL

Gravel Unravel Warburton is a gravel cycling event set for Saturday 28 November 2026 in Warburton, Victoria. It starts at Mac Sparke Oval and finishes at the Alpine...

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Werribee Gorge - Short Hike - 28 Nov

Werribee Gorge - Short Hike - 28 Nov

Not confirmed: entry fee.

28 Nov 2026

152 Myers Rd, Pentland Hills VIC 3341, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Social or recreational activity

Although a short walk, we can honestly say it is also one of the most rewarding walks you will do. There is a tiny bit of rock hopping,...

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Mount Macedon - 28 Nov

Mount Macedon - 28 Nov

Not confirmed: entry fee.

28 Nov 2026

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

Hiking/Bushwalking Social or recreational activity

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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Heroes & Villains Trail Run

Heroes & Villains Trail Run

Not confirmed: entry fee.

28 Nov 2026

Little River, Victoria, Australia

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

Heroes & Villains Trail Run is a Saturday afternoon and evening trail-running event in the You Yangs at Little River. Runners complete a scenic 5km loop through the...

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Warburton Gravel Unravel

Warburton Gravel Unravel

Not confirmed: entry fee.

28 Nov 2026

Warburton, Victoria, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event 46.7 km51.1 km99 km GRAVEL

Gravel Unravel Warburton is a timed gravel cycling event through the scenic Warburton Valley on Saturday 28 November 2026. Starting at Mac Sparke Oval and finishing at the...

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Seaford Wetlands Fun Run

Seaford Wetlands Fun Run

Not confirmed: entry fee.

29 Nov 2026

Seaford, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 2 km5 km10 km

The Seaford Wetlands Fun Run is a community run and walk held among the Seaford Wetlands in Seaford, Victoria. The event returns on Sunday 29 November 2026 and...

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Kids Fun Run With Puffing Billy

Kids Fun Run With Puffing Billy

Not confirmed: entry fee.

29 Nov 2026

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event

The Kids Fun Run With Puffing Billy is a family-friendly running event held at Puffing Billy Railway Station in Gembrook, bringing children together for a lively day of...

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Casey Strides Series (Race #3)

Casey Strides Series (Race #3)

Not confirmed: entry fee.

29 Nov 2026

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 0.4 km1 km2 km5 km10 km

The Casey Strides Series (Race #3) is the third event in a three-race running series held in Casey, Victoria on Sunday 29 November 2026. It takes place at...

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Torquay Triathlon

Torquay Triathlon

Not confirmed: entry fee.

29 Nov 2026

Torquay, Victoria, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

Kick off the summer race season at the Torquay Triathlon, held in Torquay, Victoria on Sunday 29 November 2026. This public event features a sprint triathlon with a...

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Torquay Triathlon 2026

Torquay Triathlon 2026

Not confirmed: entry fee.

29 Nov 2026

Torquay, Victoria, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

Torquay Triathlon 2026 is a public triathlon event held on Sunday, 29 November 2026, at Torquay Esplanade in Torquay, Victoria. Organised by Hai Tri, the event includes a...

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Red Ribbon Run 2026

Red Ribbon Run 2026

Not confirmed: entry fee.

29 Nov 2026

Palms Lawn, Albert Park, VIC

Running Race or organised distance event 5 km10 km Kids activities available

Red Ribbon Run 2026 brings the community together at Albert Park Lake during the World AIDS Day period. Held on Sunday 29 November from 9:00 am to 1:00...

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Afterglow Twilight Trail Run

Afterglow Twilight Trail Run

Not confirmed: entry fee.

05 Dec 2026

Torquay, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 5 km13 km21 km Trail

Afterglow Twilight Trail Run is a funky twilight-to-night trail running event along the Surf Coast in Torquay, combining scenic coastal running with a lively, glow-themed atmosphere.Participants can choose...

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HIGHLANDER Adventure Mt Macedon 2026

HIGHLANDER Adventure Mt Macedon 2026

Not confirmed: entry fee.

05 Dec 2026

Macedon Regional Park, Mount Macedon, VIC

Hiking/Bushwalking Social or recreational activity Kids activities available

Explore the forest trails and viewpoints of Macedon Regional Park on 5 December 2026 with HIGHLANDER Adventure Mt Macedon. This non-competitive day hike combines an outdoor challenge near...

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Mantra Beats with Live Vocals & Electronic Soundscapes

Mantra Beats with Live Vocals & Electronic Soundscapes

Not confirmed: entry fee.

05 Dec 2026

Kindred Studios, Yarraville, VIC

Dancing Social or recreational activity

Mantra Beats brings ecstatic dance, devotional sound and electronic music to the Recital Hall at Kindred Studios in Yarraville on Saturday 5 December 2026, from 7pm to 10:15pm...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to get to events in Melbourne using public transport?

Melbourne's trains, trams and buses serve many event venues, but the best option depends on the exact start area and time. Browse events in Melbourne, check the event listing for its meeting point, then use the PTV journey planner to confirm services and planned disruptions. Allow extra time when large events affect roads or public transport.

What should I prepare for Melbourne's unpredictable weather during events?

Melbourne is famous for variable weather—you can experience four seasons in one day. For events, wear layers you can remove or add. Choose moisture-wicking base layers in case of rain. Carry a light rain jacket in your bag. Morning events may be cool; afternoon can warm up quickly. Check the forecast the day before and be flexible. Waterproof sunscreen and a cap help in any conditions.

Where are events typically held in Melbourne?

Melbourne events use city precincts, sports venues, local parks, coastal areas and hillier locations such as the Dandenong Ranges. Popular settings include trails beside the Yarra and Melbourne parks. Browse events in Melbourne and check each listing for its exact venue, terrain and transport arrangements.

When's the best time of year for outdoor events in Melbourne?

Autumn (March-May) and early winter (June-August) are ideal—cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and often dry. Spring (September-November) can be unpredictable weather-wise. Summer (December-February) is hot and best suited for early-morning events. Most popular marathon season is autumn. If you prefer mild conditions, aim for April-June events in Melbourne.

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.

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.

What should I check before heading to an event for the first time?

Before your first event, visit the event page for specific details: start time, exact location, parking info, and public transport options. Arrive early to find parking or check transport timings. Check local transport websites (like PTV in Victoria, TripView in Sydney, etc.) for real-time updates on the day. Most events provide detailed logistics on their listing pages.
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