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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...
Ultra-Trail Australia: UTA50 & UTA100
Organiser: IRONMAN
Ultra-Trail Australia (UTA) on 16 May 2026 is Australia’s premier trail running event, set in the spectacular Blue Mountains National Park, a World Heritage-listed site in New South Wales. The event offers two main race distances on Saturday: the challenging 100km UTA100 and the scenic 50km UTA50, which covers the latter half of the 100km course. Both races feature a...
Mt Beauty Running Festival
The Mt Beauty Running Festival, held on Saturday, 16 May 2026 in Mt Beauty, VIC, is renowned as one of Australia’s most scenic foot races, offering a fun and inclusive experience for runners of all ages and abilities. Participants can choose from a variety of distances: a 10.6km run, a Half Marathon (21.1km), an 18km trail run, and a 3km...
Jetty2Jetty Series Race 3
Join Coastalfunruns' exciting Jetty2Jetty Series Race 3 on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Grange Jetty, Adelaide, SA, Australia. This is the third event in a thrilling six-race marathon series along the stunning Adelaide coastline, replacing the popular Coastal 42 Series from previous years. Run self-supported laps on an approximate 10km out-and-back course along the coastal path from Grange Jetty to...
Goulburn Half Marathon: May
Organiser: Race Hub Australia
The popular Goulburn Half Marathon returns on Sunday, 17 May 2026, offering a range of distances including a Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10 km, 5 km, and 2 km Family Dash. Hosted at Riverside Park, Goulburn, NSW, the event features a scenic, fully paved, undulating course that winds along the picturesque Wollondilly River, providing an enjoyable experience for runners of...
Ultra-Trail Australia: 1km-4-Kids
Organiser: IRONMAN
Ultra-Trail Australia: 1km-4-Kids Date: Sunday, 17 May 2026 Location: Scenic World, Katoomba, NSW, Australia Celebrate the next generation of trail runners at the Ultra-Trail Australia: 1km-4-Kids, a highlight of the Ultra-Trail Australia festival weekend. This inclusive, non-competitive 1km fun run gives children aged 12 and under the chance to experience the thrill of trail running in a safe, supportive environment—and...
runher Lake Manchester Trail Run
Organiser: Those Guys Events
Join us on Sunday, 17 May 2026 at Lake Manchester, QLD for the runher Lake Manchester Trail Run, a women’s only trail running event offering three distance options: 21km, 10km, and 4.4km. Designed for both experienced trail runners and newcomers, this event fosters a supportive and empowering atmosphere where women can race, celebrate their achievements, and connect with fellow running...
Moggill Marathon
The Moggill Marathon returns on Sunday, 17 May 2026, offering a full marathon, half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, and 2 km fun run to suit all fitness levels. Set in the picturesque western suburbs of Brisbane, the courses showcase the natural beauty of the Moggill area, featuring native wildlife and breathtaking views. Participants will experience a challenging elevation profile,...
Logan Running Festival
The Logan Running Festival returns to Berrinba Wetlands in Crestmead, Queensland, on Sunday, 17 May 2026. This popular event offers a range of race distances to suit all levels, including a full 42 km marathon, a 21 km half marathon, 14 km and 7 km fun runs, as well as a 1 km kids' run. The scenic Berrinba Wetlands course...
Joondalup Running Festival
The Joondalup Running Festival will take place on Sunday, 17 May 2026, at Neil Hawkins Park in Joondalup, Western Australia. This popular community event, organized by the West Australian Marathon Club Inc., features race distances of a Half Marathon (21.1 km), 10 km, and 5 km, catering to runners of all levels. Participants will enjoy a scenic, flat course ideal...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 19 May 2026, in Canberra, ACT. This free event is part of a monthly series held on the third Tuesday of each month, organised by the Australian Mountain Running Association. Participants can choose to run or power walk a challenging 2.6-kilometre course starting from Clunies Ross Street, Acton,...
Sydreh Back2Frontyard Ultra
Organiser: Ultra Series Australia
Sydreh Back2Frontyard UltraFri, May 22, 2026 | Herdsman Lake, Herdsman, WA, AustraliaExperience the ultimate test of endurance in this "last one standing" Backyard Ultra event, starting Friday, May 22, 2026, at scenic Herdsman Lake, Western Australia.Identical to Herdy's Frontyard Ultra but run in the reverse direction, competitors tackle a precise 6.71km loop every hour on the hour.Runners continue until only...
ASICS Runaway Noosa Marathon
Organiser: IRONMAN
The ASICS Runaway Noosa Marathon on Saturday, 23 May 2026, features a unique multi-lap course that starts and finishes in the vibrant heart of Noosa Heads, Queensland. Runners can choose from four race distances: the full marathon, half marathon, 10km run, and 5km fun run/walk, catering to all levels from beginners to seasoned athletes. Set against the stunning backdrop of...
Magnetic Island Two Bays Trail Run
Organiser: Outer Limits Adventure Fitness
The Magnetic Island Two Bays Trail Run on Saturday, 23 May 2026 is a scenic trail running event that takes participants across Magnetic Island, Queensland, from Nelly Bay to Arcadia Bay. Convenient ferry services from Townsville offer timings that ensure runners arrive punctually at the start line near the ferry terminal at Magnetic Island State School in Nelly Bay. The...
Bayside Run Festival
The Bayside Run Festival on Sunday, 24 May 2026, is Sydney’s premier community running event, showcasing one of Australia’s most scenic coastal routes. This festival offers a range of race distances to suit all levels, including a 63km Ultra, 42.2km Marathon, 21.1km Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and a 2km Dash. All races take place along the picturesque foreshore, passing through...
Woodlands Trail Run
Organiser: TrailsPlus
The Woodlands Trail Run takes place on Sunday, 24 May 2026, within the beautiful Woodlands Historic Park in Greenvale, Victoria. This unique event is set on the grounds of Living Legends, a sanctuary dedicated to retired champion racehorses. Participants can enjoy running scenic trails that wind through peaceful woodlands beneath the international flight path, offering occasional glimpses of planes landing...
Trails and Tails Port Macquarie
Organiser: Coastal Track and Trail Runners
Join the Trails and Tails event on Sunday, 24 May 2026, a dog-friendly trail run set in the scenic Cairncross State Forest near Port Macquarie on NSW’s Mid North Coast. Choose from four distances to suit your fitness and experience level: 21km (3 laps), 14km (2 laps), 7km (1 lap), or a beginner-friendly 4km course. The 7km loop features approximately...
The Great Train Race
Organiser: Everyday Lions Events
The Great Train Race takes place on Sunday, 24 May 2026, in Devonport, Tasmania, offering a unique and exciting event for participants of all ages and abilities. Choose from multiple distances ranging from a 400m kids’ race to a challenging 7km course, ensuring there is something for everyone. Participants race alongside the historic Don River Railway steam train, starting at...
South Bremer Trails
Organiser: MMI events
Join us on Sunday, 24 May 2026, for the South Bremer Trails, a scenic trail running event set in the pristine Langhorne Creek Wine Region of South Australia. Choose from three challenging distances: a Half Marathon (21.1 km), 15 km, and 8 km, all featuring varied terrain across dirt roads and sandy tracks. For younger participants, the Kids' Dash offers...
SMC Road Race 9
The SMC Road Race Series, organised monthly by the Sydney Marathon Clinic from September to May, presents its next event on Sunday, 24 May 2026. This professionally timed road race offers three distance options: 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon (21.1km). The start and finish lines are located at Long Street Park, Smithfield, Sydney, NSW. Participation is open to all runners;...
Salisbury.RUN
Join us on Sunday, 24 May 2026, for Salisbury.RUN, a popular and family-friendly running festival set in the picturesque Carisbrooke Park Reserve, Salisbury, South Australia. Experience scenic routes featuring tree-lined tracks, trails, and creek beds as you choose from four distances: the challenging half marathon (21.1 km), the 10 km, the 5 km, or the 2 km fun run. Participate...
HBF Run for a Reason
The HBF Run for a Reason returns on Sunday, 24 May 2026, in the vibrant heart of Perth, Western Australia. Participants can choose from three distances: 3km, 12km, and a Half Marathon (21km), each offering a unique and engaging running or walking experience. All courses commence at the corner of Hay Street and William Street, right in Perth’s central business...
Southern Rail Trail Running Festival
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
The inaugural Southern Rail Trail Running Festival will take place on Saturday, 30 May 2026, set in the picturesque South Gippsland Region, Victoria, Australia. Runners will traverse the scenic Great Southern Rail Trail, winding through lush forests, rolling farmland, and quaint towns, all framed by stunning views of Wilsons Promontory. The festival offers a variety of distances to suit every...
Max Adventure Race: Sydney
Organiser: Maximum Adventure
The Max Adventure Race: Sydney, held at Royal National Park, NSW, on 30 May 2026, offers an exciting introduction to the dynamic sport of adventure racing. Teams of two will compete in a fast-paced, multi-discipline race that challenges participants to transition seamlessly between mountain biking, trail running, and kayaking multiple times throughout the event. This continuous race lasts between 2...
Run McLaren Vale
Organiser: Great Southern Runs
Run McLaren Vale on Sunday 31 May 2026 is a scenic road run through McLaren Vale’s vineyards with panoramic views of the Southern Mount Lofty Ranges and the Fleurieu Coast. Racenet events are centred in McLaren Vale township and offer a Half Marathon, 10 km and 5 km course that follow smooth, sealed roads winding among the vines and winery...
Memory Walk & Jog: Newcastle
Memory Walk & Jog: Newcastle Date: Sunday, 31 May 2026 Location: Griffith Park, Newcastle, NSW, Australia Join us for Memory Walk & Jog: Newcastle—a vibrant, family-friendly event at Griffith Park on Sunday, 31 May 2026. Whether you walk or run, you’ll be part of a community united in the fight against dementia, all while enjoying a morning of fitness and...
TreX Sunshine Coast
Organiser: In2Adventure
The TreX Sunshine Coast MultiSport Festival returns on Sunday, 31 May 2026, hosted at the scenic Ewen Maddock Dam in Landsborough, Queensland. This premier off-road event features challenging Cross Triathlon, Cross Duathlon, and AquaBike races set against the lush backdrop of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Participants will swim in the protected waters of Ewen Maddock Dam before tackling fast-flowing single-track...
McLaren Vale Marathon
Organiser: Great Southern Runs
The McLaren Vale Marathon takes place on Sunday, 31 May 2026, offering a scenic run through the vineyards set against the stunning Southern Mount Lofty Ranges. Located in the heart of McLaren Vale, South Australia, the event features four certified distances—all run entirely on sealed roads—providing runners with spectacular views of the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Fleurieu Coast. Race...
Lindfield Fun Run
The annual Lindfield Fun Run will take place on Sunday, 31 May 2026 in Roseville, Sydney, NSW. This popular community event, organised by the Rotary Club of Ku-ring-gai, offers a range of distances to suit all participants, including a 10km run, a 5km run/walk, and a 2km run/walk. The 5km course is officially measured and certified, while the 10km run...
Launceston Running Festival
Organiser: Epic Events Management
The McGrath Launceston Running Festival is one of Tasmania’s premier running events, returning on Sunday, 31 May 2026. This festival offers a variety of distances to suit all ages and abilities, including a fast, flat road Half Marathon, 10 km run, as well as 5 km and 1-mile run/walk options. Race headquarters are located at Riverbend Park and the Peppers...
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Penrith Social Volleyball – Friday & Sunday Casual Games (Free)
Looking for a friendly, no-pressure way to get active and meet locals in Penrith? Join our casual volleyball sessions every Friday night and Sunday morning! 🏐
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Cardio Tennis @ Riddells Creek Primary School
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What is Cardio Tennis?
Cardio Tennis is the dynamic fusion of tennis drills, cardiovascular exercise, and upbeat music, designed to get your heart pumping and your skills improving. It's the perfect blend of fitness and fun, suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.
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Cardio Tennis @ New Gisborne Primary School
Looking to inject some energy into your fitness routine? Want to improve your tennis skills while breaking a sweat? Come and give Cardio Tennis a try!
What is Cardio Tennis?
Cardio Tennis is the dynamic fusion of tennis drills, cardiovascular exercise, and upbeat music, designed to get your heart pumping and your skills improving. It's the perfect blend of fitness and fun, suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.
Tailored to Your Needs
Everyone has different fitness levels and tennis skills. That's why Tennis Australia...
Cardio Tennis @ Holy Cross Primary School
Looking to inject some energy into your fitness routine? Want to improve your tennis skills while breaking a sweat? Come and give Cardio Tennis a try!
What is Cardio Tennis?
Cardio Tennis is the dynamic fusion of tennis drills, cardiovascular exercise, and upbeat music, designed to get your heart pumping and your skills improving. It's the perfect blend of fitness and fun, suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.
Tailored to Your Needs
Everyone has different fitness levels and tennis skills. That's why Tennis Australia...
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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.