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Bogong to Hotham Rooftop Run
Organiser: TrailsPlus
The Bogong to Hotham Rooftop Run on Saturday, 17 January 2026 is a demanding 64km point-to-point ultramarathon from Mountain Creek Campground to the summit of Mt Hotham in Victoria, Australia. Runners begin with a steep ascent of Mt Bogong, Victoria’s highest peak, followed by a technical descent via T-Spur to the Big River. The course then climbs Duane’s Spur to...
Harbour Coastal Run
Coastalfunruns' Harbour Coastal Run returns on Sunday, 18 January 2026 at West Lakes Shore, Adelaide, SA. This scenic event features 10km, 15km, and half marathon (21.1km) distances, with a course that highlights the newly completed Coast Park Stage One, stretching from Semaphore Park to Tennyson Dunes. Runners of all levels are invited to experience this professionally organized coastal run along...
WSTC Triathlon Series: Race 3
The WSTC Triathlon Series 2025/2026 continues with Race 3 on Sunday, 18 January 2026, set against the scenic backdrop of the Altona foreshore in Altona, VIC. This triathlon features the classic sequence of disciplines: swim, bike, and run. The run course follows the picturesque Altona foreshore path, while the bike leg covers the full length of the Esplanade, offering a...
Matilda Bay Run
Join the WAMC Matilda Bay Run on Sunday, 18 January 2026, at Charles Court Reserve in Nedlands, Perth, WA. This event features both 4km and 10km running and walking courses, suitable for all fitness levels. Open to club members and non-members alike, the Matilda Bay Run offers a scenic and invigorating experience along the beautiful Matilda Bay. For detailed information...
Triathlon Pink 2025/2026: Melbourne
Organiser: The Event Crew
The Melbourne edition of the Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink Series 2025/2026 will take place at Albert Park on Sunday, 18 January 2026. This series features six enjoyable triathlon events across Australia, exclusively for women and children aged 7 to 13 years. Participants can compete in "Tri Pink" individually or as part of a relay team of two or three...
SMC Road Race 5
The SMC Road Race Series, organised by the Sydney Marathon Clinic, runs monthly from September through May, with the next event scheduled for Sunday, 18 January 2026. This professionally timed race event offers 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon distances, accommodating runners of all levels. The start and finish lines are located at Long Street Park, Smithfield, Sydney, NSW. Participation is...
Kowen Trail Run: New Year's Resolution Run
The New Year's Resolution Run on Sunday, 18 January 2026, invites runners and walkers to experience a scenic and challenging trail event in Kowen Forest, located 20 km east of Canberra. Participants can choose between a half marathon and a 12 km course, both featuring a blend of forestry trails and single track through native forest. The half marathon covers...
Fun Run Pink: Melbourne
Organiser: The Event Crew
The Melbourne edition of Fun Run Pink is part of the Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink Series 2025/2026 and will take place at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Albert Park, Victoria on 18 January 2026. Participants can choose from distances of 1km, 3.5km, 5km, and 10km. Please refer to the event website for minimum age requirements for each distance....
Cape Paterson Aquathon
The Cape Paterson Aquathon is a dynamic swim and run event held on Sunday, 18 January 2026 at Cape Paterson, Victoria. As a key race in the annual Bass Coast Series, it starts with a 400m surf swim at First Surf Beach, followed by a 4.4km run through the scenic township of Cape Paterson. Participants begin the race with an...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 20 January 2026, as part of a monthly series held on the third Tuesday of each month. This free 2.6 km event is organised by the Australian Mountain Running Association and welcomes runners and walkers of all levels. The course begins at the car park entrance on Clunies...
Warrnambool Summer Series 3
Organiser: Warrnambool Athletics Club
The Warrnambool Athletics Club’s Summer Series returns to Jetty Flat Reserve for its final event on Wednesday, 21 January 2026. This friendly and inclusive running event offers both 2.5km and 5km distances, making it perfect for participants of all ages and abilities. Join us for a fun morning of running by the water, as we celebrate the New Year and...
The 5K Foam Fest: East Melbourne
Experience the 5K Foam Fest in Wandin North, Victoria on January 24, 2026! This unique event is a fun run centered around an obstacle course. Prepare to get foamy, muddy, and wet! The 5K course features 22 exciting obstacles, including the world's largest inflatable waterslide, challenging mud pits, and a massive 2.5 million cubic feet of foam. The event offers...
ACTMA Run/Walk Handicap Series: Lyneham Ridge Reserve
Organiser: ACT Masters Athletics Club
The ACT Masters Run/Walk Handicap Series takes place monthly from January to November. This event on Sunday, 25 January 2026 will be held at Lyneham Ridge Reserve in Lyneham, ACT. Participants can choose between two distances: 3.1 km and 6.2 km. Both courses follow the gravel path around the North Lyneham Ridge in a clockwise direction. For detailed information on...
Masters Athletics WA Baigup Wetlands
Masters Athletics WA’s Baigup Wetlands event will take place at Hinds Reserve in Bayswater, Perth, on Sunday, 25 January 2026, featuring 5km and 10km distances. This event is part of a year-round series of Sunday road running, walking, and cross country competitions. Entry is free for club members, while visitors are welcome to participate for a small fee. Results, including...
Adelaide Triathlon Series: West Lakes
The Adelaide Triathlon Series at West Lakes, South Australia, takes place on Monday, 26 January 2026, at Oarsman Reserve. This premier event features multiple race distances, including short, medium, and long course triathlons (swim, bike, run), as well as a Kids' Aquathlon (swim and run), catering to all ages and skill levels. Participants will enjoy a scenic swim in the...
Rosebud Aus Day Fun Run
The Rosebud Aus Day Fun Run, held on Victoria's scenic Mornington Peninsula, offers two event options to suit all fitness levels: a 10km run starting at Safety Beach and a 5.3km run/walk beginning at Dromana. Both courses follow the picturesque foreshore bay trail and conclude at the Village Green in Rosebud. Upon finishing, participants are invited to join a flag-raising...
The Apprenticeship and Traineeship Company Australia Day Fun Run
Organiser: Bunbury Runners Club
The Apprenticeship and Traineeship Company Australia Day Fun Run takes place on Monday, 26 January 2026, in Bunbury, Western Australia. Participants can choose between a 5km run/walk or a 10km run, both starting at the scenic Koolambidi Woola Youth Precinct (Skate Park). Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult for safety. Please note that event...
Blue-Mile 5 Fun Run
The Blue-Mile 5 Fun Run takes place on Monday, 26 January 2026 as part of the MMJ Aquathon series in Wollongong, NSW. This scenic and flat 5km course begins at the historic Wollongong Boat Harbour and follows the picturesque coastal Blue Mile shared path, passing landmarks such as the historic continental pools, North Beach, and the lagoon. Participants will reach...
MMJ Aquathon
The MMJ Aquathon, a popular annual Swim-Run event, returns to the beautiful Wollongong Harbour on January 26, 2026. Offering options for all, there are four swim-run distances available for kids and adults. Participants can compete individually or as a tag team, with one member swimming and the other running. The event takes place in the picturesque and safe enclosed waters...
Canberra Swim Run Series: Race 2
Organiser: ACT Triathlon
The Canberra Swim Run Series returns for another summer of fun, fitness, and friendly competition with Race 2 on Wednesday, 28 January 2026. Set against the scenic backdrop of Black Mountain Peninsula and Lake Burley Griffin, this event offers both long and short course options in a Swim–Run–Swim–Run format, putting your pacing and transition skills to the test. There’s also...
Explore Canberra Adventure Race
Organiser: Wild & Co
Explore Canberra Adventure Race – Saturday, 31 January 2026 Take on the ultimate team challenge at the Explore Canberra Adventure Race! Set in the scenic landscapes of Canberra, ACT, this dynamic event invites teams of two to run, kayak, mountain bike, and navigate their way through a rugged, unmarked off-road course. Choose between a 15km or 30km route, each packed...
Swanny Ocean Classic
Join the Swanny Ocean Classic on Saturday, 31 January 2026, for an exciting multi-discipline event featuring ocean swimming, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), racing mal paddling, and a beach run along the stunning Western Australian coastline. The 2-kilometre course begins at Cottesloe Beach, immediately in front of the Indiana Tearooms and the Cottesloe Surf Life Saving Club Boatshed, and finishes at Swanbourne...
Sun Run
The Sun Run returns on Saturday, 31 January 2026, as one of Sydney’s premier family-friendly community sporting events. Take on the challenge of a scenic 7km or 10km run along the stunning coastline, starting from Dee Why and finishing at Manly Beach. Whether you are an elite athlete, casual jogger, or simply seeking a fun way to stay active and...
Stockton Sunrise Run
Organiser: H Events
The Stockton Sunrise Run, held on Saturday morning, 31 January 2026, is part of the Island Triathlon Festival weekend in Stockton, NSW. Runners can choose from three flat and fast distances along the scenic Newcastle Harbour Foreshore: 5 km (half lap), 10.5 km (one full lap), and 21.1 km (two laps). The course primarily follows smooth concrete paths along the...
Little Penguin Dash Aquathon
The Little Penguin Dash Aquathlon is a junior beach biathlon for children aged 7 to 14, combining a swim and run along Cowes Beach, Victoria, on Saturday, 31 January 2026. This event runs alongside the Cowes Classic and offers a fun, safe, and supportive environment for young participants. Racers compete in age-group heats with two course options: ages 7–10 complete...
Cowes Classic Aquathon
The Cowes Classic Aquathon is a premier swim and run event held on Saturday, 31 January 2026, at Cowes Pier, Cowes, Victoria. As part of the annual Bass Coast Series, this event offers participants a scenic and challenging course combining ocean swimming and road running. The race begins with a 500m tide-assisted swim starting from the western side of the...
Banana Run
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
The Banana Run on Saturday, 31 January 2026 is part of the Coffs Harbour Triathlon Festival. Participants can select from 10km, 5km, or 2km race distances, all starting and finishing at the iconic Coffs Harbour Jetty. This event features a flat, scenic course suitable for runners of all ages and abilities. Enjoy breathtaking coastal views as you run along the...
Beerwah at Night
Organiser: Run Queensland
Join us for Beerwah at Night on Saturday, 31 January 2026, a premier night trail running event held at the base of Mt Beerwah in the Glasshouse Mountains National Park, Queensland. Choose from three challenging distances: 10km, Half Marathon, or Marathon, with elevation gains of approximately 294m, 657m, and 1314m respectively. The marathon consists of two laps of the half...
Beachside Gift
The Beachside Gift on Saturday, 31 January 2026, is a vibrant one-day smorgasbord of sport designed to engage the Melbourne community, local sporting clubs, schools, businesses, and wider community through four internationally recognised sports. Previously known as the Parkdale Gift, the event takes place at Mentone Reserve, the home ground of the St. Bedes Mentone Tigers Football Club. The highlight...
6hr Adventure Race: Canberra
Organiser: Wild & Co
Get ready for the 6-hour Adventure Race in Canberra, ACT, on January 31, 2026! Challenge yourself with running, kayaking, mountain biking, and navigation. Teams of two will work together to navigate an unmarked, off-road course of either 15km or 30km using a map and compass. Collect checkpoints along the way and aim to finish before the 6-hour cutoff. The winning...
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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!
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Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
About De Soza parkrun
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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.