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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...
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...
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...
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THE SYDNEY AMAZON WARRIORS INC
Juniors programs for young athletes to build skills and confidence in a fun environment.Adult divisions catering to various ages and abilities.Social and recreational play ideal for casual enjoyment and meeting like-minded enthusiasts.High-performance training for competitive players aiming to excel.Regular competitions offering thrilling matches and tournaments.Structured training sessions to enhance technique, fitness, and teamwork.Whether you're a beginner spiking your first ball or a seasoned pro, join our empowering community for inclusive, high-energy...
The Man Walk - Brighton - 7:00 am, Friday
Location: Meet at Green Point Cenotaph, Brighton VIC, a scenic spot near the Bay Trail with stunning views of Port Phillip Bay and the Melbourne skyline.[1][3]
What to expect: A judgement-free environment to walk, talk, and support fellow men in a healthy, regular routine—no pressure, just positive camaraderie.[2]
About The Man Walk: This national initiative promotes men's mental health through community walks, backed by partners like Toll Group and NSW Government funding.[2]
Why join? Enjoy Brighton's...
Centennial Park Walkers
Walking Speed: Medium pace
Frequency: Weekly
Dog Friendly: No
Pram Friendly: No
When you have found a Heart Foundation Walking group that suits you best, click through to the website to learn more and complete the registration form. You can contact the Walk Organiser of your chosen group with any questions regarding the group.
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Doreen Run Club
Walk, jog, run or just stand and cheer... whatever you feel like you can do, everyone is welcome to join us :)
Date: Every Friday
Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm (ideal arrival 10-mins prior)
Location: Laurimar Primary School outdoor courts - meet under the sheltered area
Cost: FREE! Optional $10 Hydration Electrolyte shot and High-Protein Iced Choc available (see below)
What will the session look like?
5:20pm - Sign-in + Hydrate
5:30pm - Welcome + Warm-Up
5:45pm - Guided Run, Jog, Walk on the outdoor courts,...
CENTRAL COAST VOLLEYBALL CLUB
Discover a welcoming environment designed to foster skill development, teamwork, and a lifelong passion for the sport through diverse opportunities:
Juniors programs for young athletes building foundational skills and confidence.Adult divisions for continued play and fitness.Social and recreational sessions ideal for fun, casual enjoyment.High-performance training for competitive athletes aiming to excel.Competitive teams participating in tournaments and leagues.Structured training sessions focused on technique, strategy, and growth.Whether you're starting out or pursuing elite levels, join our community to...
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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.