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Aussie Alpine Backyard Ultra
The inaugural Aussie Alpine Backyard Ultra will commence on 31 December 2025 in the breathtaking High Country of Falls Creek, Victoria. Celebrate New Year's Eve by testing your endurance in this unique challenge where runners must complete a 6.71 km loop every hour, on the hour, at altitude, continuing until only one participant remains. Set on a rugged and scenic...
VRR New Year's Eve Fun Run
Organiser: Victorian Road Runners
Join the Victorian Road Runners for their New Year's Eve Fun Run on Wednesday, 31 December 2025, at Melbourne's iconic Tan Track. Choose between a 4km or 8km run, both starting from the Pillars of Wisdom. This event welcomes runners of all levels, including club members and the general public, to celebrate the arrival of the new year with a...
New Years Eve Rock Around the Clock
Organiser: TrailsPlus
Celebrate New Year's Eve with the Rock Around the Clock night trail race on 31 December 2025 at You Yangs Regional Park, Victoria. Experience a unique evening running event that combines fitness and breathtaking scenery. Participants will run on a safe, supported 5km loop under headtorch, with shorter distances completed before sunset and longer routes extending into the night. After...
Wild Earth NYE Resolution Run
Organiser: Trail Trips & Events
The annual Wild Earth NYE Resolution Run returns on Wednesday, 31 December 2025, hosted at Alabaster Fields (East) in Carrara, Queensland. Participants can select from multiple distances including 4km, 9km, and 13km courses, along with two junior race options, making it an event for the entire family. The routes meander through the picturesque Emerald Lakes Golf Course before continuing along...
Glasshouse Standing Backyard Ultra
Organiser: Run Queensland
The Glasshouse Standing Backyard Ultra will commence on 31 December 2025 at the scenic Wild Horse Mountain in the Glasshouse Mountains, Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia. This event marks the Sunshine Coast’s inaugural Backyard Ultra. A Backyard Ultra is an endurance ultramarathon where participants run a loop of 6.7 km every hour, starting precisely on the hour. Runners must complete each...
Silent Insight Meditation Retreat with Celia Roberts
Organiser: BioMedical Institute of Yoga and Meditations
Silent Insight Meditation Retreat with Celia RobertsJanuary 2–11, 2026 | Upper Brookfield Sanctuary, Brisbane5-Day or 10-Day Residential OptionsImagine beginning the new year surrounded by nature’s quiet beauty, far from the demands of everyday life. This silent retreat with Celia Roberts is an invitation to pause, breathe deeply, and immerse yourself in the stillness of your own mind and body.Rooted in...
Rip to River
Join the Rip to River event on Saturday, 3 January 2026, a celebrated annual surf beach run organized by the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club. The main event is a challenging 10km run along the pristine hard sand stretch from "The Rip" at Point Lonsdale lighthouse to Ocean Grove’s main beach by the Barwon River in Victoria. In addition...
Portsea Twilight
Organiser: Sole Motive
Join the Portsea Twilight at Point Nepean National Park on Saturday, 3 January 2026, featuring a scenic 9.5km run, a fast and flat 5.5km course, and a Kids' Dash. Starting from the historic Quarantine Station, participants will enjoy stunning views of Bass Strait and Port Phillip Bay, passing landmarks such as the Harold Holt Memorial and Fort Pearce. The 9.5km...
The Sands Invy Fun Run
Join us on Sunday, 4 January 2026, for The Sands Invy Fun Run in beautiful Inverloch, Victoria. Choose from three distances to suit all fitness levels: a 9km Surf Run, a 6km Patrol Run, or a 2km Family Dash. The scenic course follows Inverloch's renowned beach, starting at The Glade and continuing along the main beach at low tide to...
RTC Supermix & Kids Triathlon
Organiser: Rockingham Triathlon Club
The third race of the Rockingham Triathlon Club's 2025/26 Triathlon Series will be held on Sunday, 4 January 2026, starting from the Alexandra Street Carpark at Rockingham Foreshore, Western Australia. This event features multiple race formats including the Supermix Long, Supermix Short, Duomix, and Kids Triathlons, catering to a range of abilities and age groups. Participants who are not members...
Perth Trail Summer Series: Wallygrunta
Organiser: Perth Trail Series
Join the Perth Trail Summer Series at Walyunga National Park on Sunday, 4 January 2026 for the Wallygrunta event, offering three scenic course distances: Green (~4.6 km), Blue (~10.1 km), and Black (~14.4 km). These predominantly wide trails provide excellent passing opportunities and stunning views from the hilltops, especially on the longest course, which features additional climbs and panoramic lookout...
Perth Trail Summer Series: Chitty Chitty Run Run
Organiser: Perth Trail Series
The Chitty Chitty Run Run, held in Bindoon, Western Australia, from 28 February to 1 March 2026, is the exciting finale of the Perth Trail Summer Series. This two-day trail running event offers participants a choice of three challenging course distances each day, catering to a variety of skill levels. Based at the scenic Bindoon Mountain Bike Park, the courses...
Inverloch Running Festival
The Inverloch Running Festival takes place on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at Inverloch Glade, Inverloch, VIC, Australia. This vibrant coastal event offers a variety of race distances to suit all levels, including a Marathon, Half Marathon, 14km, 5km, and a family-friendly 2km run. Centered at Inverloch Glade, the Marathon features a double out-and-back course along the picturesque Bunurong Coastal Drive,...
Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk
The Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk in Canberra takes place on Tuesday, 6 January 2026, as part of a monthly series held on the first Tuesday of every month. This event features a challenging 2.2 km course with a 240 m elevation gain, starting from Remembrance Park on Treloar Crescent in Campbell, Canberra, located behind the Australian War...
Warrnambool Summer Series 1
Organiser: Warrnambool Athletics Club
Join the Warrnambool Athletics Club for the first event of the 2026 Summer Series at the scenic Jetty Flat Reserve. Whether you're looking to ease back into running after the holiday season or challenge yourself, this fun and friendly event offers both 2.5km and 5km distance options to suit all fitness levels. Designed to get the community moving while supporting...
Lorne Mountain to Surf Run
The Lorne Mountain to Surf Run on Friday, 9 January 2026 is an 8-kilometre fun run or walk starting from the heart of Lorne township along the Great Ocean Road and finishing at the Lorne Surf Life Saving Club. The course begins with an uphill section through the stunning Otway forest ranges, leading to the St George River track. Participants...
Lakes Entrance Running Festival
Organiser: Fit City Events
The Lakes Entrance Running Festival takes place on Saturday, 10 January 2026, at the picturesque Lakes Entrance Foreshore in Victoria, Australia. This exciting event offers a range of distances suitable for all runners, set against one of Victoria’s most stunning coastal landscapes. The festival weekend features 5km and 2km fun runs along the coast on Saturday. On Sunday, participants can...
Panthers Tri Club Triathlon & Duathlon: January
Panthers Tri Club Triathlon & Duathlon: January Event Details Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026 Location: Sydney International Regatta Centre, Penrith, Sydney, NSW, Australia Join us at the Sydney International Regatta Centre in Penrith for the Panthers Tri Club Triathlon & Duathlon on January 10, 2026. This event promises an exciting day of racing for all participants. To secure your spot,...
The 5K Foam Fest: Perth
The 5K Foam Fest in Brigadoon, Western Australia, on January 10, 2026, is a unique obstacle course fun run. Prepare to get foamy, muddy, and wet! The 5K course features 22 exciting obstacles, including the world's largest inflatable waterslide, muddy mud pits, and 2.5 million cubic feet of foam. This event is a fun challenge for runners of all levels....
Two Bays Trail Run
The Two Bays Trail Run on Sunday, 11 January 2026 offers an exhilarating ultra-distance trail running experience on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula. Participants can choose between a 28km single crossing or a 56km double crossing, traversing diverse and scenic terrain from Dromana on Port Phillip Bay to Cape Schanck on Bass Strait. The course features a challenging route over Arthur’s Seat,...
Queensland Tri Series 2025/26 Round 4: Robina
Organiser: The Event Crew
The Queensland Triathlon Series 2025/26 Round 4 will be held at Robina Parkway, Robina, QLD on Sunday, 11 January 2026. As Queensland's largest triathlon series, it offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for athletes of all ages and abilities. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including the Olympic (1500m swim, 40km bike, 10km run), Sprint (750m swim,...
ATR Summer Series 3: Belair National Park
Organiser: Adelaide Trail Runners
The Adelaide Trail Runners Summer Series presents its third event on Sunday, 11 January 2026, at the scenic Belair National Park, South Australia. Participants can choose from three trail running distances: a short course of 8–10 km, a medium course of 13–15 km, and a long course of 18–22 km. Additionally, there is a non-competitive "Fun 5" run of approximately...
2XU Triathlon Series: Race 3
Organiser: O2 Events
The 2XU Triathlon at St Kilda on January 11, 2026, is the third race in the 2025/26 2XU Triathlon Series. This is Victoria's premier and most popular triathlon series. The series offers high-quality and safe events with an exciting and fun atmosphere for first-timers, tri-kids, age groupers, and elite athletes.Distances:Triathlon (Swim + Bike + Run):Kids (7-11yrs): 100m + 3K +...
Two Bays Trail Run
Organiser: Two Bays Trail Run
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 28km crossing (or 56km double crossing) of the Mornington Peninsula… and not at the skinny bit! Up and over Arthur’s Seat for fantastic rural and coastal views. Through Greens Bush, the largest...
Warrnambool Summer Series 2
Organiser: Warrnambool Athletics Club
The Warrnambool Athletics Club Summer Series returns to Jetty Flat Reserve for its second event on Wednesday, 14 January 2026. This friendly and inclusive running event offers both 2.5km and 5km distances, making it perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Join us at Jetty Flat Reserve for a fun morning out, as we kick off the...
Canberra Swim Run Series: Race 1
Organiser: ACT Triathlon
The Canberra Swim Run Series returns for another exciting summer of fitness, fun, and friendly competition with Race 1 on Wednesday, 14 January 2026 at Black Mountain Peninsula, Canberra. Participants can choose from long and short aquathlon courses, kids' races, and a swim-only event, designed to challenge athletes of all ages and abilities. Experience the refreshing swim segments in the...
BTC Summer Aquathlon Series 2025/26 - Race 2
Organiser: Bunbury Tri Club
**BTC Summer Aquathlon Series 2025/26 – Race 2** *Friday, 16 January 2026 | Koombana Bay, Bunbury, WA, Australia* Join the Bunbury Tri Club for the second event in the 2025/26 Summer Aquathlon Series at the scenic Koombana Bay. This exciting swim-and-run challenge offers both short and long course options, making it perfect for newcomers and experienced multisport athletes alike. Choose...
Run The Loop
Join us on Friday, 16 January 2026, for Run The Loop, a 2.2km chip-timed race around Adelaide’s iconic Uni Loop at Park 10, Adelaide, SA. Runners are grouped into heats of approximately 10 participants based on their seed times, ensuring you compete alongside others of similar ability throughout the race. Two elite races will feature prize money awarded according to...
Portsea Bay to Surf Run
The Portsea Bay to Surf Run on 16 January 2026 is a highlight of the Portsea Classic weekend, hosted by the Portsea Surf Lifesaving Club. This event features three formats to suit all fitness levels: a challenging 9km adventure run, a 4.5km run for beginners, and a 4.5km walk ideal for families and casual participants. The course showcases the stunning...
True Blue Ultra
Formerly known as the Australia Day Ultra, the True Blue Ultra takes place on Saturday, 17 January 2026, offering a scenic and exhilarating running experience along the picturesque Leschenault Foreshore in Australind, Western Australia. The event features a unique, flat, and fast certified course, ideal for runners seeking personal bests. The 12.5km out-and-back route follows the beautiful Cathedral Drive and...
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De Soza parkrun - Buninyong - City of Ballarat
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 De Soza parkrun
De Soza parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed...
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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.