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Mirrim Wurnit Back Paddock Ultra
Mirrim Wurnit Back Paddock UltraSat, Mar 7, 2026 | Monegetta, VIC, AustraliaJoin the ultimate test of endurance at the Mirrim Wurnit Back Paddock Ultra, a thrilling "last one standing" event on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Runners tackle a challenging 6.66 km farm and trail loop through the stunning scenery of the Macedon Ranges, including a refreshing creek crossing, with a...
Trans Cape Swim Run
Join the Trans Cape Swim Run on 7 March 2026 in Western Australia, a thrilling endurance adventure for teams of two who alternate between running and swimming. The course begins at the iconic Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and finishes at the Dunsborough Bay Yacht Club, traversing scenic trails, beaches, rocky terrain, and paths. Participants will experience the stunning landscapes of the...
Run Wagga Wagga
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
Run Wagga Wagga on Saturday, 7 March 2026, is a vibrant community running event held along the scenic riverbank of the Murrumbidgee River in Wagga Wagga, NSW. Participants can select from a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, or 2km course, all featuring a mostly flat, tree-lined route that winds past the Wagga Victory Gardens and concludes at Wagga Beach. The...
Max Adventure Race Series: Brisbane
Organiser: Maximum Adventure
Join the Max Adventure Race at Enoggera Reservoir, The Gap, on Saturday, 7 March 2026, for an exciting introduction to the dynamic sport of Adventure Racing. Teams of two will navigate a fast-paced, multi-discipline course combining mountain biking, trail running, and kayaking. Participants will switch between these three core activities multiple times, ensuring a varied and engaging experience throughout the...
Lake Mac Triathlon Festival
Organiser: H Events
The Lake Mac Triathlon Festival is a new multi-sport event taking place at Lake Macquarie, NSW, on Sunday, 8 March 2026. This exciting festival offers a range of race options including Short, Sprint, Standard, and Juniors triathlons, as well as an Aquathlon (swim and run), Open Water Swims, and a 5km running event, all held over a weekend filled with...
Burger Run
The Burger Run returns to Fyansford Common on Sunday, 8 March 2026, offering a variety of distances suitable for runners of all levels. Participants can choose from 5km, 10km, or 15km loops along the scenic banks of the Barwon River. Cash prizes will be awarded to the first male and female finishers in each distance category, and all finishers will...
Sri Chinmoy Princes Park Run
Organiser: Sri Chinmoy Melbourne
The Sri Chinmoy Princes Park Run in Melbourne, Victoria, takes place on Monday, 9 March 2026 (Labour Day), offering 20km, 15km, 10km, and 5km run and walk events. The course consists of a 5km loop on hard-packed gravel and asphalt around the perimeter of Princes Park, with an additional loop under Royal Parade following the old inner circle railway line...
Gold Coast Backyard Ultra
The inaugural Gold Coast Backyard Ultra will take place at Main Beach, Gold Coast, commencing on 13 March 2026. Participants will run a 6.71 km loop, known as a “yard,” every hour on the hour. Each loop must be completed within the hour to continue. If a runner fails to start, fails to finish within the hour, or chooses to...
Herdy's Frontyard Ultra
Organiser: Ultra Series Australia
Herdy's Frontyard Ultra is a challenging endurance race held at Herdsman Lake, Western Australia, commencing on 13 March 2026. Participants run a 6.71 km loop every hour on the hour, continuing until only one runner remains. Each lap must be completed within the designated cutoff time to advance. The final remaining competitor must complete one last solo lap within the...
Swimrun Australia: Melbourne
Swimrun Australia returns to Melbourne on Saturday, 14 March 2026, featuring a scenic course along the Bay Trail from Beaumaris to Brighton. This dynamic adventure race combines multiple trail running and open water swimming segments into one continuous challenge, with no transitions or gear changes. Participants run in their swimwear and swim wearing their shoes, carrying all their equipment from...
I'm Still Standing Sydney LOS
I'm Still Standing Sydney is an ultra-endurance race held at Heffron Park, Maroubra, on 14 March 2026, following the Last One Standing (or Backyard Ultra) format. Competitors run a 6.71 km loop every hour on the hour, continuing consecutively until only one runner completes a full lap alone and is declared the winner. Each loop must be finished within one...
WSTC Triathlon Series: Race 5
The WSTC Triathlon Series 2025/2026 continues with Race 5 on Sunday, 15 March 2026, set against the scenic backdrop of Altona Beach, Victoria. This exciting multisport event features the classic triathlon format of swim, bike, and run, conducted in that order. The swim takes place in the pristine waters off Altona foreshore, followed by a bike leg that spans the...
Raging Waters Running Festival
Organiser: Race Hub Australia
The Raging Waters Running Festival takes place on Sunday, 15 March 2026 in Prospect, Western Sydney, NSW, Australia. This exciting event offers three race distances: 10km, 5km, and a 2km Family Dash, suitable for all ages and abilities. Runners will enjoy a scenic and fast course that starts at Raging Waters Sydney, winds through beautiful nature reserves, and follows the...
Orange Running Festival
The Orange Running Festival on Sunday, 15 March 2026 at Gosling Creek Reserve in Bloomfield, NSW, offers a diverse range of run and walk events suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Participants can choose from certified distances including the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, and 5km, all set on a scenic, fully sealed, and gently undulating course. These courses are...
Little Legends Kids Triathlon
The Little Legends Kids Triathlon takes place on Sunday, 15 March 2026, the day after the Karri Valley Triathlon, at the RAC Karri Valley Resort in Beedelup, WA. This event welcomes children aged 7 to 13 who enjoy swimming, cycling, and running to join the Karri Valley weekend festivities. Participants begin with a supervised swim in the lake, followed by...
Fun Run Pink: Canberra
Organiser: The Event Crew
Join the Canberra edition of Fun Run Pink, part of the Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink Series 2025/2026, on Sunday, 15 March 2026 at Stromlo Forest Park and Leisure Centre. Participants can choose from multiple distances: 1km, 3.5km, 5km, and 10km (please refer to the event website for minimum age requirements for each distance). While the triathlon events are exclusively...
Bluff 2 Boat Ramp Run/Walk
Organiser: Everyday Lions Events
Join the Bluff 2 Boat Ramp Run/Walk on Sunday, 15 March 2026, in Devonport, Tasmania, featuring a fast, certified AIMS out-and-back road course that showcases the New Living City. Starting and finishing beneath the Elevated Walkway, this family-friendly event offers multiple distances: a Kids' 500m, 1.5km, 5km, and 10km run/walk. Designed for participants of all ages and abilities, it provides...
BTC Junior's Triathlon
Organiser: Balmoral Triathlon Club
The Balmoral Triathlon Club proudly presents the BTC Junior's Triathlon, taking place on Sunday, 15 March 2026, at the picturesque Balmoral Beach in Mosman, Sydney, NSW. This exciting event features two race distances designed to cater to different junior age groups, ensuring a fun and inclusive experience for all young athletes. Participants will enjoy a safe, traffic-free course with a...
ATR Summer Series 5: Port Elliot Surf Run
Organiser: Adelaide Trail Runners
The Adelaide Trail Runners Summer Series features five trail races, culminating with the final event—the Port Elliot Surf Run—on 15 March 2026 in Port Elliot, South Australia. Each race offers three course options: a short course (8–10 km), a medium course (13–15 km), and a long course (18–22 km). Additionally, there is a “Fun 5”—a non-competitive run of approximately 5–6...
Explore Sydney Northern Beaches Adventure Race
Organiser: Wild & Co
Get ready for the Explore Sydney Northern Beaches Adventure Race on Saturday, 21 March 2026! This thrilling event challenges teams of two to run, kayak, mountain bike, and navigate their way through a rugged, unmarked off-road course in the scenic Northern Beaches region of NSW, Australia. Choose between the 15km half course or the 30km full course, both designed to...
New Moon Ultra
Organiser: Tri-Activ8
Experience the thrill of the New Moon Ultra on Saturday, 21 March 2026, part of the renowned Off The Beaten Track Trail Run Series near Mackay, Queensland. Starting at 6pm, participants will race against the clock, running a challenging 6km loop every hour on the hour. The course features varied gradients and terrain to keep runners engaged and tested. Choose...
Sandy Running Festival
The Sandy Running Festival, taking place on Saturday, 21 March 2026, is a community-focused event in South Australia featuring 21km, 10km, and 5km runs and walks along scenic beach routes. The 21km run begins at Glenelg North and follows the metropolitan coastline northwards, culminating at the Osborne Foreshore Reserve on Lady Gowrie Drive. The 10km and 5km run/walks start on...
Run the Rock
Organiser: Sole Motive
Join us on Saturday, 21 March 2026 for Run the Rock, an exhilarating off-road running event set amidst the breathtaking Macedon Ranges at Hanging Rock, Woodend, VIC. With distances to suit all ages and abilities, participants can select from a 22km Half Marathon, 13.5km fun run, 5km fun run/walk, or a 2km kids’ run, making it a perfect day out...
6hr Adventure Race: Sydney Northern Beaches
Organiser: Wild & Co
Get ready to run, kayak, mountain bike, and navigate at the 6hr Adventure Race in Sydney's Northern Beaches, NSW, on March 21, 2026. Teams of two will collaborate, using a map and compass, to navigate an unmarked off-road course of either 15km or 30km. Collect checkpoints along the way and aim to finish before the 6-hour cutoff. The first team...
Highlands Running Festival
Organiser: Race Hub Australia
Highlands Running FestivalSunday, March 22, 2026 | Bray Field, Oxley College, Burradoo, NSW, AustraliaJoin Race Hub Australia for the inaugural Highlands Running Festival, featuring a scenic **21.1km Half Marathon**, **10km**, **5km**, and fun **2km Family Dash** along the stunning riverside paths of the Bong Bong Common Track, adjacent to the Wingecarribee River.Whether chasing a personal best or enjoying a family...
Wangaratta Marathon & Fun Runs
Join the Wangaratta Marathon & Fun Runs on Sunday, 22 March 2026, at the Wangaratta Showgrounds, VIC. This event features marathon, half marathon, 10km, 5km, and a 2km fun run for primary school children, all starting and finishing at the showgrounds. The courses follow sealed bike paths along the picturesque Ovens River, offering scenic views with multiple bridge and creek...
SMC Road Race 7
The SMC Road Race Series, organised by the Sydney Marathon Clinic, takes place monthly from September through May. The upcoming event will be held on Sunday, 22 March 2026. This professionally timed road race offers participants the choice of 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon distances at every event. The race start and finish lines are located at Long Street Park,...
ENDO-END Fun Run
Join us on Sunday, 22 March 2026, for the annual Chempro Endo-End Fun Run, a fundraising event dedicated to raising awareness and support for Endometriosis Australia. Set against the scenic backdrop of Regatta Waters Lake in Oxenford, Northern Gold Coast, this event offers a mostly flat and accessible 4.22km loop course. Participants can choose from 4km, 8km, 12km, and 21km...
Brimbank Park Running Festival
Organiser: TrailsPlus
Join the Brimbank Park Running Festival on Sunday, 22 March 2026, for a unique trail running experience through lesser-known paths within this vibrant urban park. Located just 15 minutes northwest of Melbourne along the Calder Freeway, Brimbank Park features a mix of open spaces and wooded trails alongside the scenic Maribyrnong River, including picturesque water crossings and gentle climbs to...
Raw Challenge: Doyalson (March)
Join the Raw Challenge in Doyalson, NSW, on 26 March 2026 for a thrilling obstacle course experience featuring over 60 diverse and engaging obstacles across a sprawling 20-hectare site. The main course spans approximately 7.5 km and includes mud pits, rope climbs, water slides, and more, designed to test your endurance, strength, and agility in a fun and challenging environment....
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5km Running in Australia
A 5K race, also known as a 5-kilometer race, is a road running
race with a distance of approximately 3.1 miles (5 kilometers). It
is one of the most popular road race distances and is often used
as a stepping stone for people new to running or looking to
increase their distance over time gradually. In addition, many
running events, such as charity runs and community events, include
a 5K race as an option for participants. 5Ks are also popular as a
timed event for runners who try to finish it in a fast time.
Training for a 5K race typically involves gradually increasing the
distance of one's runs over time, emphasising building up
endurance and developing good running form. A typical training
plan for a 5K would involve running shorter distances at first and
gradually building up to running the entire 5 kilometres. Speed
work or interval training can also be included to improve
performance. Some runners also incorporate strength training and
stretching exercises to help prevent injuries.
Many 5K races are also organised on charity causes and are
non-competitive, participatory events. Participants often wear
costumes and walk or run the course rather than race against the
clock.