5km Running Events in Melbourne VIC

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    Run Melbourne

    Run Melbourne

    Organiser: Sole Motive

    Join Melbourne’s largest winter running event in 2025, where over 25,000 runners will embrace the thrill of running through the city’s closed streets and iconic landmarks. Run Melbourne is your chance to chase your next personal best while being celebrated at the epic finish line at Melbourne Park Oval.

    Melbourne Park Oval, Olympic Boulevard, Melbourne VIC, Australia
    2.1 km from Melbourne VIC
    Spartan Melbourne

    Spartan Melbourne

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    Organiser: Spartan Australia, NZ and Fiji

    The Spartan Urban Weekend is returning to Melbourne, VIC from 9 to 10 August 2025.Spartan is the global leader in obstacle course racing (OCR). This event includes 5km and 10km as well as a Kid's race. There is also a 4hr Hurricane Heat endurance event to test your physical and mental toughness.Perfect for beginners and experienced athletes! The Melbourne course...

    Werribee VIC, Australia
    27.3 km from Melbourne VIC
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    Run Prix

    Run Prix

    Organiser: Big Long Run Pty Ltd

    This is record setting territory. The full GP circuit is closed down. The traffic islands are removed for the day, and the racing is on smooth flat bitumen. Loop course. No hairpin turns. No off-roading. No gravel. No grass. No compromises.Half Marathon, 10km and 5km. All AIMS certified measurement too. So no wondering if you really ran a record. No flaky GPS...

    6 Aughtie Drive, Albert Park VIC, Australia
    3.8 km from Melbourne VIC
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Outdoor Personal Trainer in Princess Park

Provider: Run It by Kate
I run premier outdoor group training classes in Princes Park that aim to support you in your health and fitness goals.

No matter your age or fitness level, you can be part of our community which shares a common goal of achieving their full potential and supporting each other.
Access a range of group sessions across strength training, cardio, and boxing. Come try out the Run It By Kate style of fitness today.
Carlton North VIC
FREE
Age: 36 - 50
4.2 km from Melbourne
Sat, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
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Sunday am badminton Melbourne MSAC

Hosting weekly badminton sessions every Sunday morning 9-11am at MSAC, Albert Park!
Shuttles provided just bring a racquet! Number of courts will depend on how many people register. Dm / email to join whatsapp group.

Melbourne VIC
$17.00
Age: 12 - 50
0.7 km from Melbourne
Sun
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Wellbeing Sup Yoga

Provider: Wellbeing Sup Yoga
Stand up Paddling and Yoga instruction, combining both with Sup Yoga. Contact us for sessions and pricing. All levels. No experience necessary. Try something new .
Melbourne VIC
Approx $75.00
Age: 12 - 65+
0.7 km from Melbourne
Sat, Sun, Fri
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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...
Melbourne VIC
Approx $10.00
Age: 18 - 50
0.7 km from Melbourne
Sat, Mon, Wed
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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.
Melbourne VIC
Approx $130.00
Age: 5 - 17
0.7 km from Melbourne
Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

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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.

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