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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...
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...
MDC Melbourne Half Marathon
Join us for the inaugural MDC Melbourne Half Marathon on Sunday, 10 May 2026. This 21.1km race features a scenic course along the iconic Yarra River, culminating at the vibrant Mother’s Day Classic event village in Alexandra Gardens, Melbourne. Experience a professionally timed run designed for fast and active runners, with a cut-off time of three hours from the start....
Queensland Tri Series 2025/26 Round 7: Moreton Bay
Organiser: The Event Crew
The Queensland Tri Series 2025/26 Round 7, the final race of the series, will take place at Pelican Park, Clontarf, Moreton Bay on Sunday, 10 May 2026. This event is part of Queensland's largest and most popular triathlon series, attracting athletes of all ages and skill levels. Participants can enjoy a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, with race options designed for...
Moreton Bay Triathlon
Organiser: The Event Crew
The Moreton Bay Triathlon takes place on Sunday, 10 May 2026 at Pelican Park, Clontarf, QLD, offering four race distances to suit all ages and abilities: Classic, Club, Enticer, and a Kids distance. This event is part of Round 7 of the Pho3nix Queensland Tri Series and is included in the Moreton Bay Multisport Festival. Participants will enjoy a scenic...
Mother's Day Classic Melbourne Half Marathon
Organiser: Mothers Day Classic
All the Mother's Day Classic vibes, over an even greater distance 💗 For the very first time, the Mother’s Day Classic will include a Half Marathon (21.1km) - held exclusively in Melbourne.On Sunday, 10 May 2026, join the MDC Melbourne event and take on this excitingnew challenge, while raising vital funds and awareness for breast and ovarian cancerresearch. 🏃♀️ 21.1km...
Ultra-Trail Australia: UTA 11
Organiser: IRONMAN
UTA11 returns for its sixth year on 14 May 2026, as part of the Ultra-Trail Australia race week in the stunning Blue Mountains. This 11km course offers runners a scenic and accessible trail experience suitable for all abilities. The race starts at Scenic World and follows Cliff Drive and Glenraphael Drive to the turnaround point at Narrow Neck. The return...
Ultra-Trail Australia: UTA 22
Organiser: IRONMAN
The UTA 22 on 15 May 2026 offers a challenging yet enjoyable 22km trail running experience through the stunning Blue Mountains, perfect for both newcomers and seasoned runners seeking a taste of ultra-distance running. Starting at Queen Victoria Hospital, the course follows the latter half of the Ultra-Trail Australia 50km route, showcasing iconic landmarks such as the Golden Stairs, Federal...
Ultra-Trail Australia: Miler
Organiser: IRONMAN
Ultra-Trail Australia's renowned 100-mile race, the UTAMiler, takes place on 15 May 2026 against the stunning backdrop of the Blue Mountains, NSW. This challenging 161.5 km course guides runners through iconic landmarks such as the Grand Canyon and the Blue Gum Forest, descending over 2,000 steps, traversing cliff tops, lush valleys, and scenic ridges that offer expansive vistas throughout the...
No Time To Die Frontyard Ultra
Organiser: Ultra Series Australia
The No Time To Die Frontyard Ultra takes place on Friday, 15 May 2026 at Victoria Park, Adelaide Eastside, SA, Australia. This endurance race follows the backyard ultra format, challenging runners to complete a 6.71 km loop every hour on the hour until only one runner remains. Participants must start each loop exactly at the hour and complete it within...
The Hope Run
The Hope RunDate: Saturday, May 16, 2026Location: Baulkham Hills to Windsor, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaJoin us for The Hope Run, an inspiring annual 26km run/walk event dedicated to raising vital funds and awareness for homelessness support.Starting at Roborough Park in Baulkham Hills and finishing at The Jeremiah Project's Bunker in Windsor, this scenic journey brings the community together for a meaningful...
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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.