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Tai Chi and Qigong

Tai Chi and Qigong

15 Nov 2026

Hanlon Park / Bur'uda, 56 Junction Street, Stones Corner, QLD, Australia

Fitness Training Coaching, workshops & talks Free participation Kids activities available

Find your calm and enjoy the gentle, flowing movements of Tai Chi Qigong. Improve balance, flexibility and focus while supporting your overall health and well-being.Age13 years and overPriceFreeBookingsNo...

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Zumba®

Zumba®

15 Nov 2026

Ducie Street Park, 75 Ebrington Street, Darra, QLD, Australia

Improve your fitness, burn hundreds of calories and learn some new dance moves! The classes move between high and low intensity dance moves designed to get your heart...

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Aqua aerobics

Aqua aerobics

15 Nov 2026

Manly Pool, 1 Fairlead Crescent, Manly, QLD, Australia

Experience an excellent, low-impact cross-training workout in the water. Feel the benefits of exercise without the pain. Using minimum impact movements, participants will develop strength, mobility and movement...

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Swim Brisbane for all

Swim Brisbane for all

15 Nov 2026

Runcorn Pool, 37 Bonemill Road, Runcorn, QLD, Australia

A space for swimming lessons, recreation, water safety, therapy and connection. Co-designed by the community for the community.Age16 years and overPricePool entry feeBookingsBookings required.RequirementsSwimwear, cap, goggles, towel and...

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Little Lifeguards for kids

Little Lifeguards for kids

15 Nov 2026

Hibiscus Sports Complex Pool, 90 Klumpp Road, Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD, Australia

This activity provides children with the valuable skills to be safe in and around water. Access to this session requires parental enrolment in the 3-4pm empowered to swim...

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Barefoot bowls

Barefoot bowls

15 Nov 2026

Graceville Bowls Club, 16 Wylie Street, Graceville, QLD, Australia

Try barefoot bowls, a fun and social game that combines strategy and skill. Enjoy the outdoors, meet new people, stay active, and learn the basics while having fun.Age16...

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Introduction to aqua aerobics

Introduction to aqua aerobics

15 Nov 2026

Hibiscus Sports Complex Pool, 90 Klumpp Road, Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD, Australia

Stretch and tone your body with like-minded people who enjoy the benefits of the water, great music, and positive vibes!Age16 years and overPricePool entry feeBookingsBookings required.RequirementsSwimwear and towel,...

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HIIT body conditioning

HIIT body conditioning

16 Nov 2026

Jubilee Park, 52 Crown Street, Bardon, QLD, Australia

Fitness Training Coaching, workshops & talks Free participation

Bookings essential. Take your training to the next level and get better results in less time. High Intensity Interval Training to improve your cardiovascular fitness and strength.Age18 years...

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Dawn Nav: Rogaining

Dawn Nav: Rogaining

16 Nov 2026

Mt Coot-tha Forest, Simpson's Road and Sir Samuel Griffith Drive, Mt Coot-tha, QLD, Australia

Running Coaching, workshops & talks Free participation Kids activities available

Run. Navigate. Explore. Dawn Nav is an early morning running adventure with a difference. Each week you'll explore a new Brisbane location while putting your navigation skills to...

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Tai Chi Qigong

Tai Chi Qigong

16 Nov 2026

Seville Park, 5 Elgar Street, Holland Park, QLD, Australia

Feel relaxed, refreshed and calm after this dynamic exercise. Rejuvenate your body and learn to create a tranquil mind. Join any week.This event is suitable for seniors.AgeSeniorsPriceFreeBookingsNo bookings...

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Pilates

Pilates

16 Nov 2026

Ray Lynch Park, 90 Halsey Street, Holland Park, QLD, Australia

Pilates helps you strengthen and stretch simultaneously through core-based exercises. Join anytime. Bring an exercise band if you have one.Age18 years and overPriceFreeBookingsNo bookings required.RequirementsExercise mat and an...

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Strength, mobility and balance

Strength, mobility and balance

16 Nov 2026

King Street Park, 77 King Street, Kuraby, QLD, Australia

Bookings essential. Come and build your strength, stamina, mobility, balance and coordination in a fun and challenging way. Suitable for all fitness levels.This is a GOLD event suitable...

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Social tennis with a qualified coach

Social tennis with a qualified coach

16 Nov 2026

Roy Emerson Tennis Centre, 315 Milton Road, Milton, QLD, Australia

Bookings essential. This is a social and fun coaching lesson with qualified tennis coaches, for all abilities and ages. Come along and re-ignite your passion for tennis.AgeAll agesPriceFreeBookingsBookings...

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Music beat kids groups

Music beat kids groups

16 Nov 2026

Wynnum Wading Pool Park, Wynnum Esplanade, Wynnum, QLD, Australia

Come and enjoy the great outdoors with your little ones while you move and make music together. You will share a special time with other parents, while helping...

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Yoga

Yoga

16 Nov 2026

Calamvale District Park, 31 Formby Street, Calamvale, QLD, Australia

Focus on a range of movements to relax the mind and body. Stretching, breathing, strength and balance exercises are included by incorporating standing poses and mat work into...

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Zumba Gold®

Zumba Gold®

16 Nov 2026

Captain Burke Park, 117 Holman Street, Kangaroo Point, QLD, Australia

Perfect for active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower intensity. Learn easy-to-follow choreography that...

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Salsation

Salsation

16 Nov 2026

D.M. Henderson Park, 434 McCullough Street, Macgregor, QLD, Australia

Bookings essential. Salsation is here to make you sweat to the hot beats of Latino music. Salsation is fitness meets salsa and is a popular dance originating in...

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Swiss ball fitness

Swiss ball fitness

16 Nov 2026

Witton Barracks Park, 9 Lambert Road, Indooroopilly, QLD, Australia

Bookings essential. Enjoy a low intensity, easy workout that includes a mixture of strength, balance and mat based exercises using a Swiss/fit ball.This is a GOLD event suitable...

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Mums and bubs fitness

Mums and bubs fitness

16 Nov 2026

Seville Park, 5 Elgar Street, Holland Park, QLD, Australia

Fitness Training Coaching, workshops & talks Free participation

Let us help you get back to pre-baby fitness with a dynamic combination of cardio and toning exercises.AgeAll agesPriceFreeBookingsNo bookings required.RequirementsExercise mat.Meeting pointBy the playground.

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Bollywood fitness

Bollywood fitness

16 Nov 2026

Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre, 38 Thallon Street, Sherwood, QLD, Australia

Booking essential. Come along to a Bollywood inspired dance fitness class suitable for all abilities. Have a laugh, move and have fun with simple, enjoyable dance steps together....

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Fitness 4 seniors

Fitness 4 seniors

16 Nov 2026

Jindalee Boat Ramp Park, 99 Mt Ommaney Drive, Jindalee, QLD, Australia

A combination of cardio, strength and stretching exercises designed to help you increase or maintain your fitness.This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.AgeSeniorsPriceFreeBookingsNo bookings required.RequirementsExercise mat.Meeting pointBy...

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Yoga

Yoga

16 Nov 2026

Northgate Hall, 34 Ridge Street, Northgate, QLD, Australia

Focus on a range of movements to relax the mind and body. Stretching, breathing, strength and balance exercises are included by incorporating standing poses and mat work into...

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Beginner line dancing

Beginner line dancing

16 Nov 2026

Moorooka Community Centre, 40 Gainsborough Street, Moorooka, QLD, Australia

Bookings essential. Improve your memory, stay active and have a great time in this class. It's a fantastic way to make new friends and no partner is required....

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Aqua fitness

Aqua fitness

16 Nov 2026

Jindalee Pool, 11 Yallambee Road, Jindalee, QLD, Australia

Experience an excellent, low-impact cross-training workout in the water. Feel the benefits of exercise without the pain. Using minimum-impact movement, participants will develop strength, mobility and movement in...

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Taiso

Taiso

16 Nov 2026

The Community Place, 33 Teevan Street, Stafford, QLD, Australia

Improve your balance and movement at this fun class that is suitable for all levels of fitness. Taiso is a Japanese word for exercise or calisthenics.This event suitable...

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Chair yoga

Chair yoga

16 Nov 2026

The Community Place, 20 Clark Street, Kalinga, QLD, Australia

Bookings essential. Enjoy being supported by the chair as you stretch and strengthen your body with both seated and standing poses.This event is suitable for seniors.AgeSeniorsPriceFreeBookingsBookings required.Meeting pointInside...

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Aqua aerobics

Aqua aerobics

16 Nov 2026

Runcorn Pool, 37 Bonemill Road, Runcorn, QLD, Australia

Experience an excellent, low-impact cross-training workout in the water. Feel the benefits of exercise without the pain. Using minimum-impact movement, participants will develop strength, mobility and movement in...

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Kids sports

Kids sports

16 Nov 2026

Yeronga Memorial Park, 78 Park Road, Yeronga, QLD, Australia

Fun, high energy park games that the whole family can enjoy! Every session combines active play with skill building challenges that improve coordination, fitness, and teamwork.AgeAll agesPriceFreeBookingsBookings required.Meeting...

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Pilates

Pilates

16 Nov 2026

Grinstead Park, 130 Shand Street, Alderley, QLD, Australia

Pilates helps you strengthen and stretch simultaneously through core-based exercises. Join anytime.AgeAll agesPriceFreeBookingsNo bookings required.RequirementsExercise mat and stretch band if you have one.Meeting pointIn the car park.

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Alignment flow yoga

Alignment flow yoga

16 Nov 2026

Davies Park, 277 Montague Road, West End, QLD, Australia

Try this yoga class to strengthen your body, increase your flexibility and regulate your stress responses. Includes seated, standing and lying yoga postures.Age18 years and overPriceFreeBookingsNo bookings required.Requirementsyoga...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best public transport option for Brisbane events?
Brisbane's trains, buses and ferries serve many event areas, but early starts, weekend timetables and road closures can affect the journey. Browse events in Brisbane, check the listing for the exact meeting point and parking advice, then use Translink's journey planner to confirm the most suitable route.

How do I prepare for humid Brisbane events?
Brisbane is subtropical with high humidity year-round. Events are often early-morning (6-7am) to beat the heat. Wear light, breathable, moisture-wicking clothing. Humidity makes effort feel harder—adjust pace expectations. Stay hydrated before, during, and after. Winter (June-August) offers much lower humidity and is the ideal season. Summer (Dec-Feb) events are very early starts.

Where do events happen in Brisbane?
Brisbane events take place around South Bank and the river, in city and suburban parks, at sports venues and across the wider metropolitan area. Conditions and access vary considerably between central riverside events and suburban locations. Browse events in Brisbane, then check each listing for the precise venue, course, parking and public transport information.

Best season for outdoor events in Brisbane?
Winter (June-September) is ideal—low humidity, mild temperatures, sunny days. Spring (September-November) is pleasant but heading towards heat and moisture. Summer (December-February) is hot, humid, and rainy—challenging conditions. Autumn (March-May) is warm but improving. Plan around winter if possible; heat-adapted runners can do summer early-morning events.

What types of in-person events can I find?
KeepActive lists events for different interests and fitness levels, including running events, walking events, cycling events, fun runs, and other community fitness events across Australia. Use the location and date filters to find options that suit you.

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.