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YOHKA Gold Coast
Organiser: YOHKA Sports
Get ready for a massive weekend of racing, community, and coastal energy as YOHKA returns to the Gold Coast! From elite athletes to first-time racers, this is where movement meets entertainment - fast, fierce, and built for everyone.Across two massive days, athletes of all levels, spectators and kids can experience what makes YOHKA one of the most exciting new obstacle...
Bannockburn 7.5km
Organiser: Geelong Cross Country Club
Bannockburn 7.5km Date: Sunday, 14 June 2026 Location: Bannockburn, VIC, Australia Join the Geelong Cross Country Club for the exciting **Bannockburn 7.5km** handicap race. This event features a unique handicap format, giving every runner a fair shot at success on scenic tracks around the Geelong region. Club members and newcomers alike are welcome—non-club runners can participate as invitation entrants for...
Traralgon Marathon & Running Festival
Organiser: Traralgon Harriers
Join the iconic Traralgon Marathon & Running Festival on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at the Glengarry Football and Netball Club, Cairnbrook Road, Glengarry, VIC, Australia. This historic event—Australia's oldest continuously running marathon since 1968—features a full marathon, half marathon, and 10km fun run along the scenic Gippsland Plains Rail Trail. Renowned as the "friendliest marathon in the country," its welcoming...
You Yangs Off Road Duathlon & Trail Runs
Organiser: PB Events
Experience the thrill of off-road racing at the You Yangs Off Road Duathlon & Trail Runs on Sunday, 14 June 2026, set within the striking granite landscapes of You Yangs Regional Park, Victoria, Australia—just an hour from Melbourne and 22km north of Geelong[1][3]. This dynamic event offers something for everyone, from seasoned multisport athletes to those new to trail running...
WildBoar Trail Run
Organiser: TrailsPlus
The WildBoar Trail Run takes place on Sunday, 14 June 2026, in the rugged Brisbane Ranges National Park near Balliang, Victoria. Set at Boar Gully Campground, this event offers multiple race distances—10 km, 21 km, 42 km, and the challenging 50 km Ultra—catering to runners of all levels. Experience running through pristine native bushland, technical single-track trails, and steep climbs...
Parklands Running Festival
Organiser: Race Hub Australia
Join us on Sunday, 14 June 2026, at Lizard Log in Western Sydney Parklands for the Parklands Running Festival, featuring a Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and 2km Family Dash. Experience a scenic and nature-rich course that combines beautiful surroundings with a rewarding challenge, including several tough hills that test your endurance and skill. All finishers will be awarded a themed...
NT City2Surf
Join the iconic NT City2Surf in Darwin on Sunday, 14 June 2026, featuring a full 12.5km City2Surf run, a 4km mini surfer run or walk, and a Kids' Mile event. This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, including wheelchair and pram users. The 12.5km course begins at the Darwin Esplanade, winds through The Gardens, passes Darwin High...
Kununurra Half Marathon
Organiser: FitEvents
The annual Kununurra Half Marathon takes place on Sunday, 14 June 2026, in Kununurra, WA, Australia. The event features an off-road 5.25km circuit at the Kununurra BMX Track, consisting of bush trails and dirt tracks on flat terrain. Participants can choose from three entry options: Solo runners: complete the full 21.1km distance Teams of two: each member runs 10.5km Teams...
IRONMAN Cairns
Organiser: IRONMAN
The Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns returns on Sunday, 14 June 2026, set against the stunning backdrop of Tropical North Queensland. Known as the IRONMAN "Race in Paradise," this iconic event offers more than just race day excitement. Athletes will experience a world-class triathlon featuring a 3.8 km swim at Palm Cove, a 180 km bike ride along the scenic Captain...
IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns
Organiser: IRONMAN
The Cairns Airport IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns returns to tropical North Queensland on Sunday, 14 June 2026. This iconic race offers a stunning course featuring a 1.9 km swim in the warm, clear waters of Palm Cove, followed by a 90 km bike ride along scenic coastal roads towards Port Douglas. The event concludes with a 21.1 km run along the...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 16 June 2026 in Canberra, ACT, Australia. This free event, organised by the Australian Mountain Running Association, is part of a monthly series held on the third Tuesday of each month. Participants can choose to run or power walk a 2.6 km route starting from Clunies Ross Street,...
Noosa Enduro Trail Run
Join the thrilling Noosa Enduro Trail Runs on Saturday, June 20, 2026, as part of the vibrant Noosa Enduro gravel and mountain biking festival in the stunning Noosa Hinterland, Tewantin, QLD, Australia. Challenge yourself on scenic trail distances including the 10km and 5km runs, plus a fun Kids' race for the whole family. More details coming soon—we'll update this listing...
Tough Mudder: QLD
Tough Mudder QLD takes place on Saturday, 20 June 2026 at Mount Cotton, Queensland. This challenging mud and obstacle race is designed to push your physical endurance, mental toughness, and teamwork skills to the limit. Participants can choose between a 5K course featuring 12+ obstacles or the more demanding 15K challenge with 20+ obstacles to conquer. Both options promise a...
Warwick Pentathrun
The Warwick Pentathrun is a dynamic two-day event held in Warwick, Queensland, approximately two hours south-west of Brisbane. Scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, 24–25 May 2025, it features five distinct races that together cover the full marathon distance of 42.2 km. On Saturday, the program begins with a half marathon in the morning, followed by a 5 km race on...
Untamed Border Run
The Untamed Border Run on Saturday, 20 June 2026, offers a unique trail running experience across rarely visited areas of South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales. Participants can choose from three distances: a challenging 50km ultra marathon starting at 1050 metres above sea level—just 8km from SEQ’s highest mountain—offering breathtaking panoramic views; a 21km trail run; and a...
Surf Coast Trail Marathon
Organiser: Tour de Trails
The Brooks Surf Coast Trail Marathon on Saturday, 20 June 2026 offers a spectacular trail running experience along the iconic Surf Coast Walk, starting in Torquay and finishing at Fairhaven Surf Lifesaving Club, Victoria. Participants can choose to run the marathon solo, as part of a two-person relay team, the half marathon distance, or the new 8km Urquhart’s Bluff Blast....
Mt Marlay Fun Run
The Mt Marlay Fun Run is a highlight of the Stanthorpe Apple & Grape Harvest Festival, held biennially in Stanthorpe, Queensland. This event features a challenging 10km run starting from the town centre and ascending Mt Marlay, which stands at 919 meters above sea level, with an average gradient of 8%. A 5km fun run is also available for participants...
Barwon Heads Running Festival
Organiser: Event People
Barwon Heads Running Festival Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026 Location: Lahey Square, Barwon Heads, VIC, Australia Join the inaugural Barwon Heads Running Festival, a scenic coastal race event featuring multiple distances to suit all abilities. Choose from a half marathon, 10km, 5km, or 1km kids' race, all starting from Lahey Square and following an out-and-back course along Thirteenth Beach Road....
You Yangs King of the Mountain 12km
Organiser: Geelong Cross Country Club
Join the Geelong Cross Country Club for the thrilling You Yangs King of the Mountain 12km on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Flinders Peaks, You Yangs, VIC, Australia. This exciting handicap race challenges runners over a 12.2km course, with an additional 5km option available. The event starts and finishes at the Turntable Carpark (Flinders Peak). Non-club members are welcome as...
Kunanyi Trail Series: Knockers Solstice
The Kunanyi Trail Series: Knockers Solstice is the thrilling opener to the 2026 series—a captivating night trail run on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Knocklofty, TAS, Australia. Perched above West Hobart, Knocklofty Reserve offers Hobart's closest trails to the CBD, nestled in the foothills of Kunanyi/Mt Wellington. Experience this midwinter solstice adventure by headtorch, weaving through native bushland teeming with...
Parramatta Half Marathon
Organiser: 180 Cadence
Parramatta Half Marathon Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026 Location: Parramatta, Western Sydney, NSW, Australia Distance: 21.1 km Experience Sydney's premier half marathon event as 8,000 runners race through the vibrant heart of Parramatta on closed roads. Starting at O'Connell Street, the 21.1 km course winds through iconic landmarks including Parramatta Park, the city CBD, and the scenic river foreshore, culminating...
Sprint Series Adventure Race: Nerang, QLD
Organiser: Adventure Junkie
The Sprint Series Adventure Race in Nerang National Park, Queensland, takes place on Sunday, 21 June 2026. This dynamic race combines running, kayaking, and mountain biking across the scenic Nerang Mountain Bike Trails, nestled within lush forests and alongside the Nerang River, just minutes from the Gold Coast. Teams of two navigate the course using maps and compasses, staying together...
Running For A Cure
Join us for **Running For A Cure**, a relaxed and affordable coastal fun run, taking place on Sunday, June 21, 2026, in Osborne, South Australia. This event offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the scenic coastal route while supporting a great cause. For detailed information, including start times, locations, entry fees, and course specifics, please visit the event's Facebook page.Distances:5K10KHalf...
Winter Solstice Fun Run
Organiser: Portland Runners Club
Join the Portland Winter Solstice Fun Run on Sunday, 21 June 2026, at Cape Nelson Lighthouse and the Ploughed Field in Portland, VIC. This event offers four scenic distances—1 mile, 9km, 15km, and 25km—plus a free 1km Kids' Dash, suitable for both runners and walkers. The 9km course highlights the best of inner Portland, featuring Fawthrop Lagoon and the Foreshore....
REDDY Fun Run/Walk
Join us on Sunday, 21 June 2026, for the annual REDDY Fun Run/Walk at Pelican Park, Clontarf, QLD, Australia. Choose from a 5km or 10km fun run/walk, or challenge yourself with a Half Marathon along the scenic Redcliffe Peninsula waterfront pathways. The Half Marathon turnaround point is at Scarborough. The event starts and finishes at Pelican Park, offering participants stunning...
Portland 3 Bays Running Festival
Organiser: Portland Runners Club
The Portland 3 Bays Running Festival, held on 1 and 2 November 2025 in Portland, VIC, Australia, offers a range of running events including a 60km trail ultramarathon, a marathon, a half marathon, and a quarter marathon. The 60km ultramarathon is a stunning coastal trail run along the Great South West Walk, featuring predominantly single-track paths and some beach sections,...
Kowen Winter Trails
The Kowen Winter Trail Runs on Sunday, 21 June 2026, offer a challenging and scenic trail running experience through native forest and groomed forestry trails near Canberra, NSW. Starting and finishing at the Wamboin Community Hall, runners begin with a 1.3 km out-and-back section along sealed Bingley Way before entering the Kowen Forest. Participants can choose from marathon, half marathon,...
Hervey Bay Half Marathon Festival
Organiser: Atlas Events
The inaugural Hervey Bay Half Marathon Festival will take place on Sunday, 21 June 2026 at Seafront Oval, Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia. This exciting new event offers multiple race distances including a 21.1 km half marathon, 10 km and 5 km runs, as well as a 2 km fun run/walk. The 2 km fun run is open to participants aged...
Great Whitehaven Beach Run
Join the Hamilton Island Endurance Series on Sunday, 21 June 2026, for the Great Whitehaven Beach Run, a premier event set on the pristine sands of iconic Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia. Runners of all levels can challenge themselves with distances including a Half Marathon (21.1km), 10km, and 5km runs along the stunning shoreline. For younger participants, there...
Wild Dog Backyard Ultra
Organiser: Ultra Series Australia
The Wild Dog Backyard Ultra is a challenging "Last One Standing" endurance event held on the scenic trails of Lardner Park, near Warragul, Victoria, on 26 June 2026. Participants run a 6.71 km loop every hour, on the hour, continuing until they either choose to tap out or fail to complete a lap within the cut-off time. The race concludes...
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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.