5km Running Events in Melbourne VIC
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Zatopek 5km Community Run
Organiser: INTIX
The 5km community run, which starts and finishes at Lakeside Stadium before the main event, is the perfect way to warm up (literally). You might get a new PB but you’ll definitely get some free goodies. We’ll be running around the Albert Park Lake circuit and official timings will be provided by TomatoTiming and published on Athletics Victoria’s ResultsHub. Your...
2XU Wellness Run
Organiser: O2Events
Running is a powerful tool to manage mental health and improve your wellness.On December 3rd 2023, let’s run, jog or walk, 5km, 10km, or 21.1km and raise funds for Beyond Blue 🏃 💙Every dollar you raise helps to fund Beyond Blue’s 24/7 Support Services 📞Let’s get training, feeling better, and help support others.All distances start and finish at Catani Gardens,...
Portsea Twilight 2024
Organiser: Sole Motive
Don't miss your chance to run in the presence of the epic views & sunsets at Portsea Twilight this summer!With a brand new event village and startline location within the Quarantine Station we have been able to extend the courses compared to previous years, allowing you to test your fitness on a fast 5.5K or the awe-challenging 9.5K course. Point Nepean...
Carman's Fun Run 2024
Organiser: Sole Motive
We are thrilled to once again bring the popular Carman’s Fun Run to life on Sunday 18 February 2024. Held at the picturesque Elsternwick Park, Brighton (located at the doorstep of the popular Elwood shops), we welcome runners, walkers and joggers of all abilities to lace up, run your best and have fun doing it. Join our inclusive and supportive...
Run the Tan 2024
Organiser: Run the Tan
Run the Tan is a showcase charity running festival featuring various key events taking on the challenging 3.8km course.It is a must-do event for elite athletes, serious runners, families, schools, walkers and spectators alike.The course takes in Australia's most iconic running track, The Tan Track, surrounding the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens. The event also includes celebrities, emergency services, and school...
Angela Taylor Memorial Walk/Run
Organiser: Blue Ribbon Foundation
Event BackgroundThe Angela Taylor Memorial Run/Walk started in 1989. This community event welcomes individual runners, walkers, juniors, adults and seniors. There’s a category to match all levels of fitness.At 1.00pm on Thursday the 27 March 1986, a car bomb exploded outside the police complex in Russell Street Melbourne. As a result, young Constable Angela Rose Taylor took the full force...
Run The Rock 2024
Organiser: Sole Motive
Get away for a wonderful weekend and experience the beautiful natural scenery and native wildlife within picturesque landscape in one of Victoria's most iconic natural landmarks. Great for an unforgettable daytrip or weekend, with live music, games, food and drink to enjoy at the event village after the run.Date: 27 April 2024Distances: 22K - 13.5K - 5K - 2K kidsLocation:...
Mornington Running Festival
The Mornington Running Festival returns to Mornington Peninsula for the 10th time on the 28 April 2024 weekend.Set in what is one of Australia's most stunning courses to run, winding along the esplanade from Mornington to Mt Martha and back. This unique experience to run or walk along this road free from traffic is unmissable.The weekend features a variety of...
Nearby Groups & Activities
Basketball Camps
Provider: Tomorrow's Stars Basketball
The training camps at Tomorrow’s Stars Basketball is an ideal way for your child to learn and improve their basketball skills in leaps and bounds. The brainchild of ex-NBL professional and Slam Dunk Champion, Brett Rainbow, a variety of specialised training courses to suit different ages and skill levels are on offer. With the goal of giving back to the game that provided so much to him growing up, Brett is passionate about the younger generations to take on the mantle to become tomorrows future in basketball.
Run the Tan RUN CLUB
Provider: RUN THE TAN
RUN THE TAN RUN CLUB
- Free to Join
- Everyone Welcome
- Walk, Jog or Run (There are various options to choose from, including a structured run training session)
WHERE AND WHEN?
8am every Saturday morning
Meet at Pillars of Wisdom, Tan Track
Followed by coffee at a local café
WHY?
- Start your weekends off on the right foot
- Great way to meet like-minded people and get fit and healthy
- No pressure, no judgment, no expectations
- Supported by qualified running coaches
Carlton Racketeers - Social Badminton at Carlton Baths
Provider: Carlton Racketeers
We are a group of beginners and intermediates who play every Friday 6-7:30pm at Carlton Baths (close to the CBD!). Everyone is welcome to join us, just make sure you sign up on our website :D.
Bayside Outdoor Fitness - St Kilda
Provider: Bayside Outdoor Fitness - St Kilda
** Fitness, fun and fresh! **
Providing a supportive and enjoyable exercise environment in St Kilda for all fitness levels and age groups...
** Experienced Trainers **
Your trainers at St Kilda have over 14 years experience in outdoor group training. They are all Fitness Australia accredited and have wide knowledge and experience in all things health and fitness!
** Free Trial Session **
Give yourself the opportunity to experience what BOF St Kilda has to offer by booking in for your FREE no obligation trial session
Melbourne Social Soccer Inc
Sharing the Beautiful Game!
We are a Non-For-Profit Organisation which exists to encourage cultural exchange and diversity through the beautiful game of football!
Our goal is to provide quality, accessible and affordable social soccer for all who love sharing the game, no matter who you are nor where you're from.
The social yet competitive balance within our games and tournaments on Saturdays and Sundays has given place to many years of great competition, awesome skills, and has helped create many significant friendships along the way.
Our games are fun and friendly, but also competitive. Our games are social-mixed and are...
Basketball Camps
Run the Tan RUN CLUB
- Free to Join
- Everyone Welcome
- Walk, Jog or Run (There are various options to choose from, including a structured run training session)
WHERE AND WHEN?
8am every Saturday morning
Meet at Pillars of Wisdom, Tan Track
Followed by coffee at a local café
WHY?
- Start your weekends off on the right foot
- Great way to meet like-minded people and get fit and healthy
- No pressure, no judgment, no expectations
- Supported by qualified running coaches
Carlton Racketeers - Social Badminton at Carlton Baths
Bayside Outdoor Fitness - St Kilda
Providing a supportive and enjoyable exercise environment in St Kilda for all fitness levels and age groups...
** Experienced Trainers **
Your trainers at St Kilda have over 14 years experience in outdoor group training. They are all Fitness Australia accredited and have wide knowledge and experience in all things health and fitness!
** Free Trial Session **
Give yourself the opportunity to experience what BOF St Kilda has to offer by booking in for your FREE no obligation trial session
Melbourne Social Soccer Inc
We are a Non-For-Profit Organisation which exists to encourage cultural exchange and diversity through the beautiful game of football!
Our goal is to provide quality, accessible and affordable social soccer for all who love sharing the game, no matter who you are nor where you're from.
The social yet competitive balance within our games and tournaments on Saturdays and Sundays has given place to many years of great competition, awesome skills, and has helped create many significant friendships along the way.
Our games are fun and friendly, but also competitive. Our games are social-mixed and are...
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.