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Danger 1000 Ocean Swim

Danger 1000 Ocean Swim

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

02 Jan 2027

Pt Danger, Torquay, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.5 km1 km2.5 km5 km

The Danger 1000 Ocean Swim is a 1km open water swim held at Torquay on Victoria’s Surf Coast. It is run by the Jan Juc Surf Life Saving...

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Danger Swim Series (Torquay)

Danger Swim Series (Torquay)

Not confirmed: school holiday declaration.

02 Jan 2027

Torquay, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.5 km1 km2.5 km5 km Kids activities available

The Danger Swim Series returns to Point Danger, Torquay, on Saturday 2 January 2027, with racing scheduled to begin at 8am. Hosted by Jan Juc Surf Life Saving...

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2027 Portarlington Gift

2027 Portarlington Gift

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

03 Jan 2027

Portarlington Cricket Club, 4-22 Sproat Street, Portarlington VIC 3223

Running Race or organised distance event

The 2027 Portarlington Gift is a Victorian Athletic League athletics carnival to be held on Sunday 3 January 2027 at the Portarlington Recreation Reserve. Athletes from across Victoria...

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Portsea Twilight

Portsea Twilight

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

09 Jan 2027

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 5.5 km9.5 km

Portsea Twilight is a summer evening event held at Point Nepean National Park and listed for Saturday 9 January 2027 with a scheduled run time of 4:00pm to...

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Hike and Kayak Yarra Bend

Hike and Kayak Yarra Bend

Not confirmed: school holiday declaration.

09 Jan 2027

Corben Oval, Fairfield, VIC

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event From $175.00 / entry 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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Darebin Parklands - HikeFit - 9 Jan

Darebin Parklands - HikeFit - 9 Jan

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

09 Jan 2027

Darebin Parklands, Separation St, Alphington VIC 3078, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Coaching, workshops & talks From $89.00 / entry

All fitness levels welcome. A hybrid session of hiking with some exercises thrown in to help build up your fitness on the trail. Think squats, a few stairs,...

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BOWS Classic Marathon Swim

BOWS Classic Marathon Swim

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

10 Jan 2027

Black Rock, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 2.5 km5 km10 km From $85.00 / entry

The BOWS Classic Marathon Swim is a summer open water swimming event held in Black Rock, Victoria, on Sunday, 10 January 2027. It offers a true Victorian bayside...

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2XU Triathlon Series - Race 2

2XU Triathlon Series - Race 2

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

10 Jan 2027

Catani Gardens, St.Kilda, Victoria, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event From $46.00 / entry

The 2XU Triathlon Series - Race 2 is scheduled for Sunday, 10 January 2027 at Catani Gardens, St Kilda, Victoria. It is a triathlon event in the 2XU...

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Start Windsurfing 4 Day Program - McCrae Yacht Club

Start Windsurfing 4 Day Program - McCrae Yacht Club

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

10 Jan 2027 – 13 Jan 2027

McCrae Yacht Club, McCrae, VIC

Windsurfing Coaching, workshops & talks From $320.00 / programme

Build a stronger windsurfing foundation across four consecutive mornings at McCrae Yacht Club. This Australian Sailing Start Windsurfing program runs from Sunday 10 January to Wednesday 13 January...

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BOWS Marathon Swim Classic

BOWS Marathon Swim Classic

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

10 Jan 2027

Black Rock, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 2.5 km5 km10 km From $85.00 / entry

The BOWS Marathon Swim Classic is a summer open-water swimming event presented by Bay Open Water Swimmers at Black Rock Yacht Club on Sunday, 10 January 2027. Swimmers...

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Beach Buddies for International Students

Beach Buddies for International Students

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

10 Jan 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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Jumping Creek (Warrandyte) - 10 Jan

Jumping Creek (Warrandyte) - 10 Jan

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

10 Jan 2027

Jumping Creek Reserve Canoe Launching Area, Jumping Creek Rd, Warrandyte VIC 3113, Australia

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

You don't have to travel too far for this one! Close to Warrandyte the Jumping Creek track is easy to get to and not too far from Melbourne....

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You Yangs - Short Hike - 10 Jan

You Yangs - Short Hike - 10 Jan

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

10 Jan 2027

Turntable Dr, Little River VIC 3211, Australia

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

If you are in need of an escape from the urban landscape, and want to find yourself surrounded by stunning views then the You Yangs is the place...

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Portsea Bay to Surf

Portsea Bay to Surf

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

15 Jan 2027

Portsea, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 4.5 km9 km Mixed surfaces

Portsea Bay to Surf is a Friday-evening running event through the coastal landscapes of Point Nepean National Park, finishing at Portsea Surf Life Saving Club. Competitors travel across...

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Portsea Swim Classic

Portsea Swim Classic

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

16 Jan 2027

Portsea, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 1.5 km2.5 km

The Portsea Swim Classic is one of Victoria’s most iconic open-water swimming events, with a history dating back to 1987. Held in the sheltered waters of Port Phillip...

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Portsea Swim Classic

Portsea Swim Classic

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

16 Jan 2027

Portsea, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 1.5 km2.5 km

The Portsea Swim Classic is a celebrated summer ocean-swimming event in the sheltered, clear waters of Port Phillip Bay at Portsea on the Mornington Peninsula. Set against the...

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Birdsland - Short Hike - 16 Jan

Birdsland - Short Hike - 16 Jan

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

16 Jan 2027

A/, 3/271 Mt Morton Rd, Belgrave Heights VIC 3160, Australia

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

Join us on this delightful exploration of one of Melbourne’s closer and easier walking areas. This hidden gem has great walking tracks, lovely views, a few hills and...

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Fun Run Pink - Melbourne

Fun Run Pink - Melbourne

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

17 Jan 2027

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 1.3 km2.5 km5 km10 km Family run option available

Fun Run Pink - Melbourne is a family-friendly run held as part of the Triathlon Pink series in Melbourne. It brings together runners of all ages and abilities...

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Sorrento Bay Swim

Sorrento Bay Swim

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

17 Jan 2027

Sorrento, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.6 km2 km4 km From $47.50 / entry

The Sorrento Bay Swim is a major summer fundraiser for the volunteer-run Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club and a standout open-water swim on the local calendar. It brings...

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Sorrento Bay Swim

Sorrento Bay Swim

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

17 Jan 2027

Sorrento, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.6 km2 km4 km From $47.50 / entry

The Sorrento Bay Swim is an annual open-water swimming event on the Sorrento foreshore, featuring 4km, 2km and 600m courses. The 600m distance is suitable for junior and...

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WSTC Triathlon Series - Race 3

WSTC Triathlon Series - Race 3

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

17 Jan 2027

Altona Beach, Victoria, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

Race three of the 2026–27 WSTC Triathlon Series takes place at the Altona Beach foreshore on Sunday, 17 January 2027. The event caters for a range of ages...

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Two Bays Trail Run

Two Bays Trail Run

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

17 Jan 2027

Permien Street, Dromana VIC, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 28 km56 km Trail

Two Bays Trail Run. Great holiday vibe and multi-faceted course between Dromana on the Port Phillip Bay side and Cape Schanck on the Bass Strait side. That's a...

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Festival of Sails 2027

Festival of Sails 2027

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

22 Jan 2027 – 26 Jan 2027

Royal Geelong Yacht Club, Geelong Waterfront, Steampackets Gardens, 25 Eastern Beach Road, Geelong VIC 3220

Sailing Tournament or competition

Festival of Sails returns to the Geelong Waterfront from 23 to 26 January 2027, bringing together world class sailing and a vibrant free community festival. Celebrating more than...

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Mornington Twilight Swim

Mornington Twilight Swim

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

22 Jan 2027

Mornington, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event

The Mornington Twilight Swim is an evening open-water swimming event held at Mills Beach in Mornington. It is the only twilight swim on the Victorian ocean swim calendar,...

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The 5K Foam Fest: West Melbourne

The 5K Foam Fest: West Melbourne

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

23 Jan 2027

St Anne's Winery, Myrniong, VIC, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 5 km

The 5K Foam Fest: West Melbourne is a thrilling 5K obstacle course fun run set for Saturday, January 23, 2027, at St Anne's Winery in Myrniong, VIC, Australia.Expect...

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The 5K Foam Fest - West Melbourne

The 5K Foam Fest - West Melbourne

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

23 Jan 2027

Myrniong, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 5 km

The 5K Foam Fest – West Melbourne is a foam-filled obstacle course fun run taking place at St Anne’s Winery in Myrniong on Saturday, 23 January 2027. Participants...

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The Great Bayside Swim

The Great Bayside Swim

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

23 Jan 2027

Middle Brighton Pier, Brighton, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.65 km1.4 km2.5 km

The Kieser Great Bayside Swim is an open water swimming event held at Middle Brighton Pier in Brighton, Victoria, on Saturday, 23 January 2027. It offers a range...

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Mount Eliza Swim Classic

Mount Eliza Swim Classic

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

23 Jan 2027

Mount Eliza, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event

The Mount Eliza Swim Classic is a community-focused open-water swimming event celebrating 100 years of the Ranelagh Club. Held at Ranelagh Beach in Mount Eliza, the event combines...

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The Great Bayside Swim

The Great Bayside Swim

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

23 Jan 2027

Brighton, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.2 km0.3 km0.65 km1.4 km2.5 km

The Great Bayside Swim returns to Middle Brighton on Saturday 23 January 2027 for a celebration of open-water swimming, community and summer by the bay. Presented by the...

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MMAD Mount Martha Swim

MMAD Mount Martha Swim

Not confirmed: audience, school holiday declaration.

26 Jan 2027

Mount Martha, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.2 km0.4 km1.2 km2.5 km5 km

The MMAD Mount Martha Swim is a well-known open water swimming event held each year on Australia Day in Mount Martha, on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. It is hosted...

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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?
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Do I have to fundraise to participate in a charity event?
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How do I search for events in my area?
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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?
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