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Mount Panorama Punish
Experience the challenge of running one hot lap around the iconic Mount Panorama motor racing circuit at the Mount Panorama Punish on Sunday, 26 October 2025. Covering 6.2 km with 174 meters of elevation gain, this race demands strength and endurance as you navigate the famous track closed to traffic, providing a unique and safe opportunity to test your limits...
Maroubra Fun Run
The Maroubra Fun Run takes place on Sunday, 26 October 2025, at the South Maroubra Surf Life Saving Club in Sydney, NSW. Participants can choose from an 8km fun run, a 4km walk, or a 4km wheelchair event. The course features a scenic 4km out-and-back loop along Maroubra Beach, with 8km runners completing two laps. This event is a highlight...
Legend Expedition Adventure Race
Organiser: Wild & Co
The Legend Expedition Adventure Race is a demanding, non-stop 6-day expedition race featuring trekking, mountain biking, kayaking, and other adventure disciplines. The 2026 edition will take place in Murray Bridge, South Australia. Teams of two or four compete in the Full Legend, navigating an unsupported, epic 500+ km course revealed only hours before the race begins. The Half Course covers...
Geoff Watt Memorial Fun Run
Join the Geoff Watt Memorial Fun Run on Sunday, 26 October 2025 at the Geoff Watt Memorial Athletics Track in Warragul, Victoria. This premier event features a 21km half marathon alongside 10km, 5km, and 2.5km fun runs suitable for all ages and abilities. As Gippsland's longest-running fun run, the event honors the legacy of Geoff Watt, a celebrated marathon and...
Fun Run Pink: Brisbane
Organiser: The Event Crew
The Brisbane edition of Fun Run Pink takes place on 26 October 2025 at the Sleeman Sports Centre in Chandler, Queensland. This event is part of the Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink Series 2025/2026 and offers a range of running distances including 1km, 3.5km, 5km, and 10km (please check the event website for minimum age requirements for each distance). While...
Explore Gippsland Adventure Race
The Explore Gippsland Adventure Race on Sunday, 26 October 2025 offers teams or pairs a challenging adventure racing experience with course options of 3–6 hours, 12 hours, or 24 hours. Participants will engage in core disciplines including trail running/trekking, mountain biking, paddling, and navigation, with packrafting featured prominently in the 24-hour course. The event location will be confirmed soon but...
The Burnie 10
Organiser: Epic Events Management
The Burnie 10, Tasmania’s premier community running event, will be held on Sunday, 26 October 2025. This celebrated race features three distances: a 10km run, a 5km run, and an 800m kids’ dash, all starting and finishing in Burnie’s CBD. The course offers a fast, out-and-back route along a dual-lane highway. Beginning just north of the Wilson and Cattley Street...
The Bloody Long Walk: Adelaide
The Bloody Long Walk: Adelaide is a 35km endurance challenge taking place on Sunday, 26 October 2025, starting at Carrick Hill in Springfield and finishing at Glenelg, Adelaide, SA. Participants can walk, jog, or run this scenic route, enjoying stunning landscapes while supporting a vital cause. The event raises essential funds for the Mito Foundation to advance research and find...
BBBRun
The BBBRun (Billbergia Bennelong Bridge Run) returns to Sydney's running calendar on Sunday, 26 October 2025 at Marina Square, Wentworth Point, NSW. This inclusive event features a variety of distances and categories to suit all abilities, including a scenic 10km run/walk, a half marathon, a 2km family fun run (free with a 10km bib), a 10km wheelchair race, a 500m...
Baw Baw Snow Gum Run
Organiser: Running Wild Australia
The Baw Baw Snow Gum Run takes place from Friday, 28 February to Sunday, 1 March 2026 in the scenic alpine village of Mount Baw Baw, located in the Victorian Alps, Australia. This event offers a variety of trail running distances suitable for all levels. Experienced runners can challenge themselves on the 15 km, 21 km, 36 km, and 44...
Barkin Mad Ultra
The Barkin Mad Ultra returns on 4 and 5 October 2025 at Rokeby Recreation Reserve, Victoria, offering a range of distances including a 50km ultra, 20km, 10km, 5km, and 2km events. Experience the joy of running alongside your canine companion through scenic native forest trails featuring diverse terrain such as off-road paths, rail trails, and single-track sections. This inclusive run/walk...
Adventurethon: Murray Bridge
Adventurethon in Murray Bridge, South Australia, is a multisport event featuring paddling, biking, and running stages. The next event date will be announced soon. The Demolish event is now composed of three separate races (MTB, Paddle, and Run). Participants can combine their times across all races to compete in a stage race for the overall championship. Alternatively, you can compete...
5K SCADaddle for Research: Sunshine Coast
The SCADaddle for Research is a 5km run or walk in Birtinya, Sunshine Coast, on October 26, 2025. This event aims to raise awareness and vital research funds to help solve the mystery of SCAD. Join us for a wonderful morning by the scenic Lake Kawana. Whether you prefer to walk, skip, or run, the 5km course is perfect for...
5K SCADaddle for Research: Central Coast
The SCADaddle for Research is a 5km run and walk taking place in Terrigal, Central Coast on October 26, 2025. This event aims to raise awareness and vital research funds to help solve the mystery of SCAD. Join us for a fantastic morning starting from Terrigal Haven. Whether you prefer to walk, skip, or run, bring your family and friends...
5K SCADaddle for Research: Canberra
The SCADaddle for Research is a 5km run and walk event held in Canberra on October 26, 2025. The event aims to raise awareness and vital research funds to help solve the mysteries surrounding SCAD. Join us for a fantastic morning starting from the steps of the National Library. Whether you choose to walk, skip, or run, bring your family...
5K SCADaddle for Research: Camden
The SCADaddle for Research is a 5km run or walk taking place in Camden, NSW on October 26, 2025. This event aims to raise awareness and vital research funds to understand and solve the mystery of SCAD. Join us for a fantastic morning at the Camden Bike Track. Whether you choose to walk, skip, or run, come and enjoy the...
5K SCADaddle for Research: Adelaide
The SCADaddle for Research is a 5km run and walk taking place in Adelaide on October 26, 2025. This event aims to raise awareness and crucial research funds to understand and address the complexities of SCAD. Participate in a fun morning at Adelaide's scenic Angas Gardens. You can walk, skip, or run the 5km with your family and friends. SCAD...
Brisbane City Loop - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 8 – 10am Meet at Orleigh Park and ride along the riverside through South Bank and cross the Goodwill Bridge to ride through the Botanical Gardens. We ride across the Kangaroo Point Bridge and up to John Burke Park before returning to Orleigh Park. An easy paced two hour ride including a coffee stop.Presented as part of Council's...
Canberra Runners Spring Series: Stromlo Forest
Organiser: Canberra Runners
The Canberra Runners Spring Series race at Stromlo Forest Park on Tuesday, 28 October 2025, features 2 km and 5 km cross-country courses. This off-road event offers a challenging and scenic running experience within the beautiful Stromlo Forest Park. Canberra Runners hosts races year-round, with distances ranging from 2 km to a half marathon. All races welcome non-members, with an...
Noosa Run Swim Run
Organiser: IRONMAN
The Noosa Run Swim Run takes place on Wednesday, 29 October 2025, at Main Beach, Noosa Heads, Queensland, kicking off the exciting 2025 Noosa Triathlon & Multisport Festival. This inclusive event welcomes participants aged 8 years and older, catering to all abilities, and features the competitive Schools Aquathon Challenge. Junior and Senior school students will compete fiercely for the title...
Corporate Cup Mawson Lakes: Round 7
Join the Corporate Cup Mawson Lakes: Round 7 on Wednesday, 29 October 2025, for a scenic run or walk around the lake along Mawson Lakes Boulevard in Adelaide, SA. This event is part of the Corporate Cup Series and offers two distance options: a 2.25km (one lap) and a 4.5km (two laps) run/walk. It welcomes both individual participants and teams...
Noosa Breakfast Fun Run
Organiser: IRONMAN
The ASICS Noosa Breakfast Fun Run takes place on Friday, 31 October 2025, as part of the Noosa Triathlon & Multisport Festival. This scenic 5K run starts on Park Road, just east of the Noosa Heads Surf Club, and follows a route through the National Park before returning along the boardwalk to Noosa Main Beach. Runners then continue towards the...
Coastrek Margaret River
Coastrek Margaret River is a team-based hiking event taking place on Friday, 31 October 2025 in Margaret River, WA, Australia, proudly supporting Beyond Blue. Embark on an epic adventure by hiking either 35km or 20km along the spectacular Cape to Cape Track. Starting from Yallingup Beach (35km) or Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse (20km) and finishing in Dunsborough, teams of two or...
BRAC Dash and Splash Series: October
The BRAC Dash & Splash Series: October is a unique duathlon event combining running and swimming, held at the Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre (BRAC) in Broome, WA. Participants can choose between two courses: a short course featuring a 2 km run followed by a 200 m swim, and a long course consisting of a 4 km run paired with...
VRR Tan Time Trial
Organiser: Victorian Road Runners
The Victoria Road Runners host monthly 4km and 8km time trials in Melbourne on the first Saturday of each month, with the upcoming event scheduled for Saturday, 1 November 2025. The course is a scenic, leafy loop along the Tan track by the Yarra River and encircling the Royal Botanic Gardens, located just minutes from Melbourne’s CBD. Participants can choose...
Sydney Striders 10K Series
The Sydney Striders 10K on Saturday, 1 November 2025, at Lane Cove National Park, Chatswood West, is part of a monthly road race series held on the first Saturday from February to November. The series features four scenic 10K courses across Sydney, including Sydney Olympic Park (Homebush), Lane Cove National Park, North Head National Park, and Parramatta Park. Participants aged...
Stawell Gift
The Stawell Gift, held from 19 to 21 April 2025 at Central Park in Stawell, Victoria, is Australia’s oldest and most prestigious short-distance footrace, dating back to 1878. Run on grass over 120 metres up a slight gradient, the race features a unique handicap system where athletes start at different marks based on their form, ensuring thrilling and competitive finishes....
Run Huskisson
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
Run Huskisson, also known as the Husky Running Festival, returns to the stunning shores of Jervis Bay in Huskisson, NSW, on Saturday, 1 November 2025. This celebrated annual event is one of Australia’s largest coastal running festivals, offering a variety of race distances including Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and 2.5km—catering to runners of all ages and abilities. The Half...
Noosa Superkidz Triathlon
Organiser: IRONMAN
The Noosa Superkidz Triathlon takes place on Saturday, 1 November 2025 at Chaplain Park, Noosaville, QLD. This event is a fun, non-competitive triathlon designed exclusively for children aged 7 to 13 years, offering short, achievable distances to encourage participation and enjoyment. As the kids-only version of the renowned Noosa Triathlon, the Superkidz Triathlon focuses on fun rather than competition, with...
Tingirana Noosa Special Triathlon
Organiser: IRONMAN
The Tingirana Noosa Special Triathlon on Saturday, 1 November 2025, is a dedicated triathlon event designed specifically for athletes with special needs. It is part of the Noosa Triathlon & Multisport Festival and offers a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for participants of all abilities. The event features a short, achievable course consisting of a 100m swim, 3km cycle, and...
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Badminton Social - Clayton South - Intermediate+ Weekdays (everyday) 4pm to 5pm [$10] Weekends 3pm-5pm [$15]
Venue: Pro Fit Badminton, Whiteside Road, Clayton South VIC, Australia
Time: Weekdays (everyday) 4pm to 5pm [$10] Weekends 3pm-5pm [$15]
Cost: $10 per hour or $15 for two hours (only weekends)
Shuttles: Included
Not more than 6 ppl per court
RSVP only, No Walk-ins
Red Hill Rail Trail parkrun - Red Hill South - Mornington Peninsula Shire
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
About Red Hill Rail Trail parkrun
Red Hill Rail Trail parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against...
Darwin City Business District Heart Foundation Walk
Walking Speed: Medium pace
Frequency: Weekly
Dog Friendly: Yes
Pram Friendly: Yes
When you have found a Heart Foundation Walking group that suits you best, click through to the website to learn more and complete the registration form. You can contact the Walk Organiser of your chosen group with any questions regarding the group.
Please Note:
The image provided is a generic image and not an actual representation of the group. Some information such as age group and gender of group may not be accurate. We recommend contacting the organiser if you...
Chevron Renaissance Walking Group
Walking Speed: Medium pace
Frequency: Weekly
Dog Friendly: Yes
Pram Friendly: Yes
When you have found a Heart Foundation Walking group that suits you best, click through to the website to learn more and complete the registration form. You can contact the Walk Organiser of your chosen group with any questions regarding the group.
Please Note:
The image provided is a generic image and not an actual representation of the group. Some information such as age group and gender of group may not be accurate. We recommend contacting the organiser if...
Campus Walkers
Walking Speed: Medium pace
Frequency: Weekly
Dog Friendly: No
Pram Friendly: No
When you have found a Heart Foundation Walking group that suits you best, click through to the website to learn more and complete the registration form. You can contact the Walk Organiser of your chosen group with any questions regarding the group.
Please Note:
The image provided is a generic image and not an actual representation of the group. Some information such as age group and gender of group may not be accurate. We recommend contacting the organiser if...
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Events in Australia
Social events like marathons, family events, fun runs, and triathlons can bring people together, promote healthy living, and serve as a way to give back to the community.
Marathons, for example, often attract thousands of participants and can have a significant economic impact on the host city or town. They can also raise awareness and funds for charitable causes. Additionally, marathons can promote healthy living and serve as a goal for people to work towards in terms of physical fitness.
Family events can bring communities together and provide a sense of belonging and connection for families and children. They can also serve as a way to showcase local businesses.
Fun runs can be a way to raise funds for charities and non-profit organizations. They can also provide an accessible and low-pressure way for people to participate in physical activity.
Triathlons can be a great way to challenge oneself both physically and mentally and also promote healthy living. They also can be a social event as people come together to compete and support each other.