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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...
True Grit Cutline
True Grit Cutline Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026 Location: Dargle Farm, Lower Portland, NSW, Australia Experience an innovative running challenge that tests both speed and strategy. True Grit Cutline pushes participants to their limits with a unique format: complete successive 3km laps within a set time limit that decreases by one minute after each lap. As the race progresses, you...
Northern Beaches Triathlon Series: Race 5
Join the Warringah Triathlon Club for Race 5 of the Northern Beaches Triathlon Series on Sunday, 8 March 2026, at North Head, Manly, Sydney. This event features both Enticer and Sprint distances, each with a distinctive 2km T1 run from the swim to the bike—unique to WTC races. Participants can also choose a Duathlon option (Run/Bike/Run) for either distance. 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...
Every Woman Triathlon
The Every Woman Triathlon will take place on Sunday, 8 March 2026, at the Champion Lakes Regatta Centre in Western Australia. This event offers a safe, flat, and scenic course featuring a refreshing lake swim with calm waters and a beach start/finish, a fully closed-road cycling route, and a picturesque footpath run around the lake. Organised by women for women,...
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...
Trail Run Australia Tathra
Organiser: In2Adventure
Join the Trail Run Australia Tathra on Saturday, 14 March 2026 for an unforgettable trail running experience along the breathtaking Sapphire Coast of New South Wales. This event invites runners of all levels to explore rugged coastal trails, secluded inlets, and expansive beaches, all offering spectacular ocean vistas and pristine natural beauty. The highlight is the iconic 28km race, which...
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...
Karri Valley Triathlon
Celebrating its 22nd year on 14 March 2026, the Karri Valley Triathlon offers a distinctive and memorable racing experience set against the stunning backdrop of Western Australia's South West. Hosted at the scenic RAC Karri Valley Resort near Pemberton, participants will swim in the pristine waters of Lake Beedelup, cycle through a challenging undulating course beneath the towering Karri Forest...
The Big Melbourne Kilt Run
The Big Melbourne Kilt Run takes place on Sunday, 15 March 2026, as a highlight of the Melbourne Tartan Festival 2026. This unique event is set along Melbourne’s iconic Tan Track, nestled in the scenic Kings Domain Gardens. Participants are encouraged to don a kilt or any tartan attire to celebrate Scottish heritage while completing the 3.827 km course, which...
Sunfest Colour Run
The Sunfest Colour Run takes place on Sunday, 15 March 2026 at the Village Green, Sunbury, VIC, as part of the annual SunFest celebration. This vibrant, family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages to enjoy a fun run featuring completely natural, non-toxic colour powder that creates a lively and colourful atmosphere throughout the course. Children under 12 must be accompanied...
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...
Mooloolaba Triathlon
Organiser: IRONMAN
The Mooloolaba Triathlon returns on Sunday, 15 March 2026, featuring a Standard distance race with a 1.5km swim, 40km bike, and 10km run, starting and finishing at Mooloolaba Esplanade. Begin your race with a refreshing swim in the tropical waters off Mooloolaba Beach, cycle along the scenic Sunshine Coast Motorway, and complete your challenge with a run along the picturesque...
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...
Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk
The Black Mountain Run Up & Power Walk takes place on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, in Canberra, ACT. 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 tackle a 2.6 km course starting from Clunies Ross Street, Acton, and finishing at the summit of...
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...
IRONKIDS Geelong
Organiser: IRONMAN
IRONKIDS Geelong returns on 21 March 2026 as part of the IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong festival. This exciting event offers children aged 7 to 13 the opportunity to become IRONKIDS Champions through participation in either a Triathlon (Swim, Bike, Run) or a Swim/Run event without biking. Designed to emphasize enjoyment and participation, IRONKIDS Geelong does not record times or placings. Every...
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,...
IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong
Organiser: IRONMAN
The IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong on Sunday, 22 March 2026 offers athletes an exceptional race experience set against the stunning backdrop of Eastern Beach, Geelong, VIC. This event features a world-class course combining a 1.9 km swim in the pristine waters of Corio Bay, a challenging 90 km rolling bike course with 412 meters of elevation gain, and a scenic 21.1...
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...
Brocklesby Bush Dash
Join the **Brocklesby Bush Dash** on **Saturday, March 28, 2026**, at Brocklesby Recreation Reserve, 11 Recreation St, Brocklesby NSW 2642, Australia—a celebration of the region's proud farming heritage.Choose your challenge: a **Half Marathon**, **11km**, **5km**, or **2km** event, perfect for running, walking, or bike riding along scenic old railway lines and picturesque country roads. Just 30 minutes from Albury Wodonga...
Lithgow Ridgy-Didge Trail Run Festival
Organiser: Blue Mountains Fitness
The Lithgow Ridgy-Didge Trail Run Festival returns to Hassans Walls Reserve in Lithgow, NSW, on Saturday, 28 March 2026. This premier trail running event offers six challenging distances: 50km Ultra, Marathon, 30km, 22km, 10km, and 5km—all set on scenic single-track off-road trails. Additionally, there is a fun 1.6km Kids Race for children under 12. The 50km Ultra and Marathon courses...
Glow Worm Tunnel Trail Marathon
Organiser: Blue Mountains Fitness
Join the Glow Worm Tunnel Trail Marathon on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Glen Davis Campground in Glen Davis, NSW, Australia. This premier trail running event offers a full marathon, half marathon, 30K, 6K, and a 1K kids’ race, catering to runners of all ages and abilities. The course presents an exhilarating and challenging terrain that winds through scenic landscapes,...
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Family Fun Run in Australia
A fun run is a non-competitive road race or relay event typically organized for charity or as a social event. They are usually shorter in distance than traditional road races, with lengths ranging from 1k to 10k. They are often more focused on participation and community building than achieving a personal best time. Many fun runs also feature costumes, music, and other festive elements to create a lively and enjoyable atmosphere. They also provide an excellent opportunity to raise funds and awareness for various causes or charities.
Fun runs are a popular way to promote fitness and healthy living and raise money for charities and non-profit organizations. They often attract diverse participants, from serious runners to casual walkers and families with children. Some fun runs are organized by local running clubs, while community groups, schools, or other organizations put others on.
Participants in a fun run typically pay a registration fee, and some events may also raise additional funds through sponsorships or pledges. Many fun runs also have different activities or events surrounding the race, such as a post-race party, raffle, or awards ceremony.