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RUN THE TAN 2026
Organiser: RUN THE TAN
The Run The Tan annual showcase charity event is back on 26 April 2026 at the iconic Tan Track in Melbourne.There will be 5 key race events - a public fun run event open to everyone and 4 feature events with top elite athletes, celebrities challenge, emergency service workers and battle of the schools all trying to beat the record...
Wilsons Prom 100
Organiser: Running Wild Australia
Wilsons Prom 100 on Saturday, 2 May 2026, invites runners to challenge themselves on four stunning trail distances—27km, 48km, 66km, and 100km loops—set within the breathtaking Wilson's Promontory National Park, just 3.5 hours from Melbourne. Please note: Due to ongoing maintenance on the Sealers Cove Track and the bridge across Tidal River, exact course distances will be confirmed in early...
Melbourne Frontyard Ultra
Organiser: Ultra Series Australia
The Melbourne Frontyard Ultra is a challenging last-person-standing endurance race taking place on Saturday, 2 May 2026, at Studley Park in Melbourne, Victoria. Runners complete a 6.71km loop on the hour, every hour, continuing until only one runner remains. Each loop must be finished within the hour to avoid elimination. When all but one runner fail to complete a lap...
Forest Trail Run
Forest Trail Run Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026 Location: Ararat Reserve, Frenchs Forest, Sydney, NSW, Australia Join the Forest Trail Run for a community trail running experience set in the pristine bushland surrounding Manly Dam and Bantry Bay on Sydney's Northern Beaches. Based at Ararat Reserve in Frenchs Forest, this event showcases one of Northern Sydney's most scenic natural reserves...
Rockingham Coastal Classic
Join us for the inaugural WAMC Rockingham Coastal Classic, a vibrant fun run event on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in beautiful Rockingham, WA, Australia. Choose from exhilarating **5km** or **10km** distances, perfect for runners of all levels—open to both club members and non-members. Visit the event website for essential details, including start times, entry fees, and registration information. Distances:Kids' 300m5K10K
Hidden Vale Trail Running Festival
Organiser: Those Guys Events
Hidden Vale Trail Running FestivalJoin us on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Hidden Vale Adventure Park in Grandchester, QLD, Australia—just an hour west of Brisbane—for an exhilarating trail running experience across one of Australia's largest privately managed trail networks.Challenge yourself with distances suited to all levels: an accessible 11km scenic loop for beginners and fun seekers; a demanding 35km course...
OMFG Trail Running Festival
Organiser: Ultra Series Australia
The **OMFG Trail Running Festival** returns on Sunday, May 3, 2026, to the stunning **John Forrest National Park** in Hovea, WA, Australia. This exhilarating festival features trail running events of **6km, 10km, 16km, or 25km**, with every course weaving through the iconic **Swan View railway tunnel** and the breathtaking landscapes of the park. Best of all, **50% of entry revenue**...
Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Running Festival
The Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Running Festival returns on Sunday, 3 May 2026, bringing a vibrant celebration of running to Toowoomba, Queensland. This event marks an exciting evolution from the traditional marathon into a diverse festival featuring distances for all ages and abilities, including a Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and 1 mile races. Newly designed courses will highlight Toowoomba’s historic landmarks,...
Trail Run Australia Tomaree
Organiser: In2Adventure
Trail Run Australia Tomaree on Sunday, 3 May 2026 offers an exceptional trail running experience set against the stunning coastline of Port Stephens, NSW. Based at the beautiful Fingal Bay Beach, the event features a variety of courses that challenge runners across diverse terrain and breathtaking scenery. Participants will traverse the natural beauty of Tomaree National Park, enjoy expansive coastal...
HOKA Runaway Sydney Half Marathon
Organiser: IRONMAN
The iconic HOKA Runaway Sydney Half Marathon returns on Sunday, 3 May 2026, inviting runners to experience a premier race through the heart of Sydney, NSW. The 21.1km certified course, measured to World Athletics Standards and endorsed by AIMS, showcases Sydney’s most celebrated landmarks, including the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Barangaroo Reserve, The Rocks, and Pyrmont Peninsula. Runners will...
Nail Can Hill Run
The Nail Can Hill Run will take place on Sunday, 3 May 2026 in Albury, NSW, Australia. This annual event offers a range of outdoor activities including trail running, walking, and mountain biking, set against the scenic backdrop of Nail Can Hill. The main trail run covers a challenging 11.3km course featuring steep climbs and rugged terrain, ideal for experienced...
Mornington Running Festival
Organiser: Event People
The Mornington Running Festival returns on Sunday, 3 May 2026 at Mornington Park, Mornington, VIC, offering a scenic running experience along the picturesque Mornington Peninsula. Participants can choose from a Half Marathon (21.1km), 10km, 5km, or the popular 1km Kids' run for children aged 10 and under. The course follows the beautiful Esplanade, stretching from Mornington Park towards Mt Martha...
Hamilton Island Hilly Half Marathon
The Hamilton Island Hilly Half Marathon on Sunday, 3 May 2026, offers a challenging and scenic trail running experience through the island’s undulating interior. The main event is a rugged 21.1 km course featuring steep uphill and downhill sections along roads, fire trails, and walking tracks, testing both individual runners and teams. Participants can choose to compete solo or in...
Darby River Half Marathon
Organiser: Running Wild Australia
Join the Darby River Half Marathon and 10km trail run/walk on Sunday, 3 May 2026, set against the breathtaking coastal trails and cliffs of Wilsons Promontory National Park, Victoria. This event offers an excellent introduction to trail running, ideal for beginners and road runners eager to explore scenic natural trails. More experienced trail runners will also appreciate the challenging coastal...
Angela Taylor Memorial Run/Walk
The Angela Taylor Memorial Run/Walk on Sunday, 3 May 2026, is a 5km run/walk and team event or a 10km run, held to commemorate Angela Rose Taylor, who died as a result of the 1986 Russell Street bombing. Started in 1989, the Angela Taylor Memorial Run/Walk is a community event open to individual runners and walkers of all ages and...
Adelaide Marathon Festival
Organiser: SARRC
The Brooks Adelaide Running Festival on 3 May 2026 offers a full 42.2km Marathon, along with Half Marathon, 10km, and 5km fun run/walk events. The Marathon features a nearly flat, two-lap course. Runners begin at Bonython Park, located within the heritage-listed Adelaide Parklands. The course proceeds to the Adelaide Oval via War Memorial Drive, then follows the River Torrens and...
Geek Run
Organiser: GoodRunnings
Join us on Monday, 4 May 2026, for the Geek Run, a unique event celebrating May the 4th—a day widely recognized worldwide for its connection to Star Wars and geek culture. Set in the scenic City of Norwood, Payneham & St Peters, South Australia, the run features a 5km loop along the peaceful river surrounded by shaded forestry. Participants can...
Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk
The Mt Ainslie Run Up & Power Walk in Canberra will take place on Tuesday, 5 May 2026, starting from Remembrance Park on Treloar Crescent in Campbell, behind the Australian War Memorial. This event features a 2.2km course with a challenging 240m elevation gain, suitable for both runners and power walkers of all levels. There is no entry fee—participants can...
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathlon
The Shire Run Carnival & Aquathlon will be held on Saturday, 9 May 2026 at the scenic Kurnell Foreshore in Kurnell, NSW. This vibrant community event offers a festive carnival atmosphere and welcomes participants of all levels, from recreational walkers and runners to elite athletes. The course features mostly sealed paths with grassy sections at the start and finish, with...
Explore Sunshine Coast Adventure Race
Organiser: Wild & Co
Join the Explore Sunshine Coast Adventure Race on Saturday, 9 May 2026, a thrilling team-based challenge combining running, kayaking, mountain biking, and navigation. Teams of two will collaborate to navigate a 15 km or 30 km unmarked off-road course using a map and compass. Along the way, teams must locate checkpoints and reach the finish line within a 6-hour cutoff....
Zach Mac River Run
Organiser: Tri-Activ8
The Zach Mac River Run takes place on Saturday, 9 May 2026 in Finch Hatton, Queensland, as part of the Off The Beaten Track Trail Run Series near Mackay. This event offers two trail run options: a challenging 14km course and a shorter 5km course. The 14km route features diverse terrain including scenic rainforest, mud, sand, rocks, and multiple creek...
Moreton Bay Running Festival
Organiser: The Event Crew
The Moreton Bay Running Festival returns on Saturday, 9 May 2026, as part of the Moreton Bay Multisport Festival weekend at Pelican Park, Clontarf, QLD. Runners of all ages and abilities can choose from multiple distances: a 1.5km Kids Dash, 5km, 10km, and a Half Marathon. The Half Marathon also offers a relay option for teams of two. Set along...
Goldrush Trail Runs
Organiser: Tour de Trails
The Goldrush Trail Runs take place on Saturday, 9 May 2026, at Lake Daylesford in Victoria’s Spa Country. This exciting event offers three looped trail distances of 21km, 12km, and 5km, all starting and finishing at a central location near the Lake Daylesford Boathouse. Designed to welcome runners of all abilities—from beginners to experts—the courses feature a mix of mostly...
6hr Adventure Race: Sunshine Coast
Organiser: Wild & Co
Experience the thrill of adventure racing! Run, kayak, mountain bike, and navigate your way through the 6-hour Adventure Race on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, on May 9, 2026. Teams of two will collaborate to navigate an unmarked off-road course using a map and compass. Choose between a 15km or 30km course. The goal is to collect checkpoints and reach the...
The Merewether Mile
The Merewether MileSun, May 10, 2026 | Bar Beach to Dixon Park, Newcastle, NSW, AustraliaJoin us for the Merewether Mile, a breathtaking point-to-point 1-mile road race along Newcastle’s iconic coastline, starting at Bar Beach and finishing at Dixon Park.[1]This exciting event features an elite field with prize money awarded to winners in both the Men’s and Women’s competitions, alongside an...
Sri Chinmoy Canberra Trail Series: Tidbinbilla Thriller
Organiser: Sri Chinmoy Canberra
Sri Chinmoy Canberra Trail Series: Tidbinbilla ThrillerSun, May 10, 2026 | Tidbinbilla, ACT, AustraliaJoin the exhilarating Tidbinbilla Thriller, the second event in Sri Chinmoy Canberra's annual winter trail running series through the stunning landscapes of the Australian Capital Territory.Select your challenge from three scenic distances: 3.4km, 6.8km, or 11.8km.Detailed course maps and descriptions coming soon.Distances:3.4K6.8K11.8K
Athletics Victoria XCR 1: Lakeside 5K Road Race
Organiser: Athletics Victoria
Athletics Victoria XCR Round 1: Lakeside 5K Road Race kicks off the 2026 Cross Country and Road Racing Series on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the stunning Albert Park, Melbourne, VIC, Australia. Experience this fast, flat 5K challenge—a single lap of the renowned Lakeside:10 course, featuring an exhilarating out-and-back route from Lakeside Stadium to Junction Oval along Lakeside Drive. The...
Canoe Club 5km Sealed
Organiser: Geelong Cross Country Club
Canoe Club 5km Sealed – First race in the Geelong Cross Country Club's exciting Sealed Handicap Series. Date: Sunday, May 10, 2026 Location: Geelong Canoe Club, Geelong, VIC, Australia Distance: 5km Format: Sealed Handicap – All runners start together at 9:00am (entries close 8:30am). Join us for this scratch start event, the opener in our mid-season series of four races...
Mother's Day Classic: Sydney & NSW
Mother's Day Classic: Sydney & NSW Date: Sunday, May 10, 2026 Location: Sydney & New South Wales, Australia (Multiple locations including The Domain Royal Botanic Gardens) Description: Join the Mother's Day Classic 2026, a community running and walking event held across multiple locations in Sydney and throughout New South Wales. Whether you choose the 5km or 10km course, you'll be...
Wings for Life World Run: Pinnaroo
Organiser: Wings for Life World Run
The Wings for Life World Run arrives in Pinnaroo, SA, on Sunday, 10 May 2026, featuring a unique app-based virtual race against the Catcher Car. Unlike traditional races, there is no finish line; instead, participants run, walk, or roll as far as possible while staying ahead of the virtual Catcher Car that starts 30 minutes after the race begins at...
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Discover Sailing (learn to sail)
Discover Sailing courses are Australian Sailing certified and delivered by experienced, accredited sailing instructors.
Start Sailing 1 is perfect for beginners and open to ages from 7-years. Family participation is encouraged with discount offered to children accompanied by one or more parent/guardian. Lake Cootharaba Sailing Club is announcing three learn-to-sail courses this April/May as part of it's 2026 Discover Sailing program.
Discover Sailing courses are Australian Sailing certified and delivered by experienced, accredited sailing instructors.
Start Sailing 1 is perfect for...
Join Junior Hockey Fun at Team Castlemaine
Term 3 Junior Hockey: Fridays 4pm-5pm, commencing 1 August for 5 weeks, perfect for juniors and beginners.Hookin2Hockey entry program: Fun sessions with qualified coaches to build skills, make friends, and enjoy inclusive play.Opportunities to progress into local competitions for junior teams.Easy registration available for new players to start participating right away.
Play Badminton at Timboon Sporting Centre
To participate, simply drop in during operating hours or inquire about membership options. The centre offers casual visits at $11 or monthly membership at $60, with access to change rooms and shower facilities.
Master Badminton at Ballarat Masters Club
Participate in dedicated masters training and play opportunities during weekday evenings and select weekends.Enjoy social and competitive games suitable for various skill levels, from recreational to advanced.Membership provides access to regular sessions and pathways to join local competitions.
Join Feather Touch Sports Club Badminton
To get involved, interested players should reach out to the club to learn about current training sessions, play opportunities, and membership options available.
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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.