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Geelong Half Marathon & 5K
Organiser: Geelong Cross Country Club
Join the annual Geelong Half Marathon on Sunday, 12 April 2026, for a fast and scenic race along the beautiful Barwon River in Geelong, Victoria. The Half Marathon course follows a picturesque route from Belmont to Breakwater, then up to Fyansford, before returning to Belmont. For those seeking a shorter challenge, the 5K run covers the first 2 km of...
Elliot's Revenge Trail Run
Organiser: Outer Limits Adventure Fitness
The Elliot's Revenge Trail Run takes place on Sunday, 12 April 2026, offering 6km, 12km, and 21km distances at Alligator Creek, located southeast of Townsville in Queensland, Australia. Set within the stunning Bowling Green Bay National Park, the event features rugged mountains rising from salt plains and mangrove forests along the coastal plains. The course follows well-maintained walking trails and...
Gumbuya World Running Festival 2026
Organiser: Race Hub Australia
Join us at Gumbuya World for an action-packed 10km, 5km, or 2km Family Dash! You’ll race along picturesque closed roads through the scenic Victorian countryside, before finishing inside Victoria’s wildest theme park. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience where the adventure doesn’t stop when you cross the finish line.All race entries include full-day access to everything Gumbuya World has to offer—think water...
Swimrun Australia: Sydney East
Swimrun Australia’s Sydney East event returns on 18 April 2026, featuring a stunning harbour course with iconic views of the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and South Head. This dynamic adventure race combines multiple trail running and open water swimming segments into one continuous journey—no transitions or gear changes required. Participants run in their swimwear and swim in their shoes,...
Run Wollongong
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
Run Wollongong returns on Saturday, 18 April 2026, featuring a range of race distances including the Wollongong Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km (Kerryn McCann 10), 5km (Fitness 5), and 2km (Turbo 2). The scenic course follows the beautiful undulating coastline of Wollongong, running along the renowned Blue Mile and Emma McKeon Promenade before extending to Bellambi. Participants will circle the iconic...
Mountain bike skills for juniors (intermediate) - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 8:15 – 9:45am For confident riders that want to experience riding off-road.Presented as part of Council's Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area Venue address: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area, Gap Creek Road, Mt Coot-tha Venue type: Park Parent event: Cycling Brisbane Primary event type: School holidays Event type: Fitness & well-being, Free, School holidays, Workshops Age range: Kids, Teens Cost: Free Age: 8-15 years...
Mountain bike skills for juniors (beginner) - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 8:15 – 9:45am For riders that can ride but want to improve skills for off-road. Session is held on grass only.Presented as part of Council's Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area Venue address: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area, Gap Creek Road, Mt Coot-tha Venue type: Park Parent event: Cycling Brisbane Primary event type: School holidays Event type: Fitness & well-being, Free,...
Mountain bike skills for juniors (advanced - drops and jumps) - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 10 – 11:30am For high intermediate to advanced riders that ride mountain bike single trail regularly and want to improve their jumping skills. Presented as part of Council's Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area Venue address: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area, Gap Creek Road, Mt Coot-tha Venue type: Park Parent event: Cycling Brisbane Primary event type: School holidays Event type: Fitness &...
Mountain bike skills for adults (advanced - drops and jumps) - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 10 – 11:30am For high intermediate to advanced riders that ride mountain bike single trail regularly and want to improve their jumping skills. Presented as part of Council's Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area Venue address: Gap Creek Reserve Picnic Area, Gap Creek Road, Mt Coot-tha Venue type: Park Parent event: Cycling Brisbane Primary event type: Active and healthy Event type: Fitness...
Canberra Kids Triathlon
Organiser: ACT Triathlon
The Canberra Kids Triathlon on Sunday, 19 April 2026 at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Canberra, ACT, offers young athletes aged 7-18 a fun, confidence-building morning of swim-bike-run adventure. Designed with age-appropriate courses, the event features a pool swim in the AIS facilities, a safe closed-loop bike course on AIS roads, and a well-marked run with an exhilarating finish-line...
Coburg Harriers Bluestone Classic
Organiser: Coburg Harriers
Join the Coburg Harriers Bluestone Classic on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Harold Stevens Athletic Track in Coburg, Melbourne, VIC, Australia. This exhilarating running race and fun run combines the speed of the track, the rolling hills of bike paths, and the rugged challenge of cross-country trails in Melbourne's scenic parklands. Details are based on the previous event and subject...
Wagga Race Series 1
Organiser: Race Hub Australia
The Wagga Race Series 1 takes place on Sunday, 19 April 2026, at the Riverside Precinct in Wagga Wagga, NSW, situated along the picturesque banks of the Murrumbidgee River. Participants can choose from a range of distances: a Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and a 2km Family Dash. All courses follow the scenic, fully paved, and flat Wiradjuri Walking Track, stretching...
Mandurah Tri Club Summer Series Race 10
Organiser: Mandurah Triathlon Club
Mandurah Tri Club Summer Series Race 10 Date: Sunday, 19 April 2026 Location: Halls Head, Mandurah, Western Australia, Australia Join the Mandurah Tri Club for the thrilling final race of the Summer Series at Halls Head! This inclusive event offers both triathlon and duathlon formats, with Enticer (shorter) and Standard (longer) distance options to suit all abilities. Whether you're a...
Triathlon Wollongong Festival
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
The vibrant harbour precinct and iconic Blue Mile of Wollongong will host the Triathlon Wollongong Festival on Sunday, 19 April 2026. Challenge yourself to swim, bike, and run through one of Australia’s most scenic coastal locations. Race options include Standard Distance (1500m swim, 40km bike, 10km run), Sprint, Super Sprint, TriKidz Aquathon, Try-A-Tri, and Aquabike categories. Participants can enter individually...
WSTC Triathlon Series: Race 6
The WSTC Triathlon Series 2025/2026 continues with Race 6 taking place on Sunday, 19 April 2026 at the scenic Altona Beach foreshore in Altona, VIC. This triathlon follows the traditional format of swim, bike, and run in that order, with the run course set along the picturesque Altona foreshore path and the bike leg covering the entire length of the...
SMC Road Race 8
The SMC Road Race Series, organised by the Sydney Marathon Clinic, takes place monthly from September to May. The upcoming event will be held on Sunday, 19 April 2026. This professionally timed road race offers 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon (21.1km) distances at each event, catering to a range of runners. The start and finish lines are located at Long...
Run Army Townsville
Organiser: NX Sports
Run Army Townsville on Sunday, 19 April 2026, is a community-focused fundraising event offering 2.4km, 5km, and 10km fun run or walk options around Townsville. The event begins at The Strand and features a scenic course passing historic landmarks such as Jezzine Barracks, Jezzine House, Townsville Customs House, and ANZAC Memorial Park, along with picturesque spots like Kissing Point Boardwalk...
Newcastle Marathon & Half Marathon
Organiser: H Events
The Newcastle Marathon & Half Marathon returns to Newcastle, NSW, on Sunday, 19 April 2026. Both races feature a completely flat, AIMS-certified course that showcases the scenic Newcastle City and Harbour Foreshore. The Marathon consists of four laps of a 10.55 km circuit, while the Half Marathon covers two laps of the same route. Starting from The Station precinct (the...
MOJO Adventure Run
Join the MOJO Adventure Run on Sunday, 19 April 2026, for a refreshing morning trail run through the scenic Pechey State Forest in Queensland, Australia. Choose your challenge from four distances: 21 km, 10 km, 5 km, or 3 km — suitable for all fitness levels and experience. Experience peaceful forest trails, breathe in the fresh morning air, and immerse...
Maroondah Dam Trail Runs
Organiser: TrailsPlus
The Maroondah Dam Trail Runs, held on Sunday, 19 April 2026, mark the opening event of the Trailsplus Mountain Trail Series. Located at Maroondah Reservoir Park in the scenic Yarra Ranges National Park near Healesville, Victoria, this event offers trail runs of 10km, 21km, 30km, 42km, and 50km distances, catering to a wide spectrum of trail running abilities. Maroondah Reservoir...
Five Peaks Trail Running Festival
Organiser: Trail Running SA
The Five Peaks Trail Running Festival, held on Sunday, 19 April 2026, is a premier multi-distance trail running event showcasing the diverse landscapes of the Adelaide Hills, from Athelstone to Belair National Park, South Australia. Organised by Trail Running SA, the festival features a range of challenging courses to suit runners of all levels, including the signature 58 km Five...
Bridges Fun Run
The Bridges Fun Run takes place on Sunday, 19 April 2026 at Barrack Square, Perth, WA. This annual event, organised by the West Australian Marathon Club (WAMC), features 5km and 10km fun runs and walks suitable for all fitness levels. Participants enjoy a scenic route crossing some of Perth's most iconic bridges, offering spectacular views of the Swan River and...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 21 April 2026, as part of a monthly series held on the third Tuesday of each month. This free 2.6 km event starts at the car park entrance on Clunies Ross Street, Acton, Canberra, and finishes at the summit of Black Mountain, with an elevation gain of 236...
Guided ride - Greenslopes, City and Norman Creek Loop - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 9am – 12pm Easy to medium-paced 25 km ride from Greenslopes. We will follow the South East Freeway Bikeway into the city, ride from South Bank, then a city/river loop over the Go Between and Goodwill bridges - for a break. The return will be a spin through Kangaroo Point to Dockside, Mowbray Park and Stones Corner following...
Runway Run
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
The Runway Run offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to sprint the full length of the brand-new Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport runway—3.7 km of smooth asphalt—before its first flight takes off. Join this exhilarating event on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the airport in NSW, Australia, and experience a world-class gateway opening in late 2026 with 24/7 domestic and international...
Run The Tan 2026
The annual Run The Tan 2026 charity event returns on Sunday, 26 April 2026 at the iconic Tan Track in Melbourne, Victoria. This exciting day features five key race events: a public fun run open to all participants, plus four competitive challenges including elite athletes, a celebrity race, emergency service workers, and a schools battle. All competitors aim to beat...
Gold Coast Running Festival
Organiser: The Event Crew
The von Bibra Mitsubishi Gold Coast Running Festival, held on Sunday, 26 April 2026 at Cbus Super Stadium in Robina, QLD, is a premier running event celebrating its 15th anniversary. Participants can enjoy a fast, safe, and fully closed road circuit designed for all levels of runners and walkers. Race options include the Garmin 3/4 Marathon (31 km), Half Marathon...
Bottlebutt Bash Trail Run
Organiser: Coastal Track and Trail Runners
The Bottlebutt Bash Trail Run returns to Port Macquarie, NSW, on Sunday, 26 April 2026, featuring challenging courses of 42km, 21km, 12km, and 7km through the enchanting Burrawan State Forest. Inspired by a passion for coastal trail running, this event is named after "Old Bottlebutt," a distinctive ancient Red Bloodwood tree renowned for its unique shape within the forest. The...
Byron Bay Triathlon & Multisport Festival
Organiser: NX Sports
The renowned Byron Bay Triathlon & Multisport Festival returns on Sunday, 26 April 2026, set against the stunning backdrop of Byron Bay, NSW. This iconic event offers a variety of race distances, including Olympic and Sprint triathlons, which can be completed solo, as part of a relay team, or as an “All In” team where the final team time is...
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...
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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.