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Sunset Series: Melbourne Zoo
Organiser: Sole Motive
Join us on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, for the inaugural race of Sole Motive’s annual Sunset Series at Melbourne Zoo. Choose between a 4.7km or 7.7km fun run or walk, starting with a lap around the zoo grounds before exploring the unique habitats of iconic animals including lions, snow leopards, dingoes, Tasmanian devils, turtles, and more. Experience the thrill of...
Run for Respect
Organiser: Carlton Football Club
Join the Carlton Football Club and the wider Carlton community to Run for Respect!The Run for Respect is a fun run event supporting the awareness and fundraising efforts of the Carlton Football Club's flagship community initiative Carlton Respects.The run will again cater for all ages and abilities, this time with a Junior Dash of 400m being introduced, along with the...
Flying Brick Bellarine Sunset Run
The annual Flying Brick Bellarine Sunset Run takes place on Saturday, 14 February 2026 in Portarlington, Victoria. This scenic event features a half marathon, a 10.5 km run, and a 4 km fun run and walk along the picturesque Bellarine Coastal Trail. Runners will enjoy breathtaking views of Melbourne's skyline across Port Phillip Bay, the You Yangs mountain range beyond...
WSTC Triathlon Series: Race 4
The WSTC Triathlon Series 2025/2026 continues with Race 4 on Sunday, 15 February 2026, set against the scenic backdrop of Altona Beach foreshore in Altona, VIC. This triathlon follows the traditional format of swim, bike, and run, with the run course winding along the picturesque Altona foreshore path and the bike leg covering the entire length of the Esplanade. Participants...
Sunset Series: Princes Park
Organiser: Sole Motive
Join us at Princes Park, Melbourne, on Wednesday, 18 February 2026, for the second event in Sole Motive’s annual Sunset Series. Choose between a 4km or 8km fun run or walk along flat, fast courses designed for all fitness levels. The race village is located just north of Ikon Park Stadium in the vibrant inner-Melbourne suburb of Carlton North, providing...
Walk or Run for REACH
Join Walk or Run for REACH on Sunday, March 1, 2026, a vibrant charity event supporting vulnerable children and families in Cambodia through REACH Siem Reap. Set in the scenic surroundings of Princes Park, Melbourne, participants can choose their own pace with two options: a leisurely 4km walk or an invigorating 8km run. Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer...
River Run Geelong
Organiser: PB Events
River Run Geelong returns to Barwon Valley Park, Belmont, on Sunday, 1 March 2026, featuring a 10km run and a 5km run/walk. The event welcomes participants of all abilities—from walkers to elite runners—with a flat, fast, and pram-friendly course that follows the scenic Barwon River path system. The 10km run begins at 8:00am (limited to 950 runners), and the 5km...
Bendigo Fun Run
The annual Bendigo Ford Fun Run returns on Sunday, 1 March 2026, inviting participants to enjoy a scenic and inclusive event through the streets of Bendigo, Victoria. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities can choose from a variety of distances: a 1km Kids Dash, 3km short course, 5km Fun Run/Walk, 10km Fun Run, and the 21.1km Half Marathon....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Bendigo Harriers Dragon Mile
The Bendigo Harriers Dragon Mile is a celebrated event in Bendigo's athletics history, held annually as a highlight of the Easter Parade. The 2026 race will take place on Sunday, 5 April, running through the heart of Bendigo’s city streets, starting at Pall Mall near the Gold Monument. Drawing crowds of around 20,000 spectators, the event creates a vibrant and...
Werribee Mansion Run
Organiser: PB Events
The Werribee Mansion Run takes place on Sunday, 12 April 2026, set within the picturesque grounds of Werribee Park Mansion in Werribee South, VIC. This event offers a variety of race distances to suit all levels, including a Half Marathon on a two-lap course, 10km, 5.5km, and a 1.2km Kids Dash. The course features a challenging set of stairs near...
Geelong Half Marathon & 5K
Organiser: Geelong Cross Country Club
Join the annual Geelong Half Marathon on Sunday, 12 April 2026, for a fast and scenic race along the beautiful Barwon River in Geelong, Victoria. The Half Marathon course follows a picturesque route from Belmont to Breakwater, then up to Fyansford, before returning to Belmont. For those seeking a shorter challenge, the 5K run covers the first 2 km of...
WSTC Triathlon Series: Race 6
The WSTC Triathlon Series 2025/2026 continues with Race 6 taking place on Sunday, 19 April 2026 at the scenic Altona Beach foreshore in Altona, VIC. This triathlon follows the traditional format of swim, bike, and run in that order, with the run course set along the picturesque Altona foreshore path and the bike leg covering the entire length of the...
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...
Woodlands Trail Run
Organiser: TrailsPlus
The Woodlands Trail Run takes place on Sunday, 24 May 2026, within the beautiful Woodlands Historic Park in Greenvale, Victoria. This unique event is set on the grounds of Living Legends, a sanctuary dedicated to retired champion racehorses. Participants can enjoy running scenic trails that wind through peaceful woodlands beneath the international flight path, offering occasional glimpses of planes landing...
You Yangs Off Road Duathlon & Trail Runs
Organiser: PB Events
Experience the thrill of off-road racing at the You Yangs Off Road Duathlon & Trail Runs on Sunday, 14 June 2026, set within the striking granite landscapes of You Yangs Regional Park, Victoria, Australia—just an hour from Melbourne and 22km north of Geelong[1][3]. This dynamic event offers something for everyone, from seasoned multisport athletes to those new to trail running...
WildBoar Trail Run
Organiser: TrailsPlus
The WildBoar Trail Run takes place on Sunday, 14 June 2026, in the rugged Brisbane Ranges National Park near Balliang, Victoria. Set at Boar Gully Campground, this event offers multiple race distances—10 km, 21 km, 42 km, and the challenging 50 km Ultra—catering to runners of all levels. Experience running through pristine native bushland, technical single-track trails, and steep climbs...
The Berry Long Run
The Berry Long Run on Saturday, 8 August 2026, offers two challenging trail running events—a 70km Ultra and a 42km Marathon—set within the stunning natural environment of Victoria’s Lerderderg State Park. The race course traverses scenic trails and single-track paths through the hills, valleys, and rugged terrain of the Lerderderg Trail, linking the historic town of Blackwood and Myrniong. The...
Geelong Running Festival
The Geelong Running Festival, held on Sunday, 20 September 2026, marks the debut of Geelong’s first-ever marathon, alongside a half marathon and an 8km community run. Participants can run or walk on traffic-free streets, passing through iconic landmarks such as Kardinia Park, while enjoying stunning views of Corio Bay and the Eastern Beach foreshore. Both the marathon and half marathon...
Suggested groups & activities in and around Ballarat VIC
Wed 10am Ballarat Lake Esmond Heartbeat Health Walk
Walking Speed: Slow pace
Frequency: Weekly
Dog Friendly: Yes
Pram Friendly: Yes
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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The image provided is a generic image and not an actual representation of the group. Some information such as age group and gender of group may not be accurate. We recommend contacting the organiser if you...
Join Dragon Boat Racing at Golden Dragons Ballarat
Regular training sessions on the waters of Lake Wendouree, suitable for all abilitiesOpportunities to participate in local and regional dragon boat races and eventsSocial paddling and team-building activities for membersEasy registration and membership options for new paddlersWhether you're looking for a new fitness challenge or a fun way to connect with others, Golden Dragons Ballarat is the perfect place to...
Ballarat Bushwalking and Outdoor Club Inc.
Our friendly and active club offers a broad program of activities throughout the year. We welcome people of all ages and abilities from beginners new to bushwalking to those with more experience.
About Ballarat Bushwalking and Outdoor Club. The Ballarat Bushwalking & Outdoor Club has events on offer most week-ends as well as a regular mid week walk. The events calendar provides an outline of upcoming activities with further information available at club night and in the monthly newsletter. Membership of the club is a good way of meeting others who share similar interests and has been a great...
Welcome to Ballarat Life Activities Club
We’re looking forward to seeing new members and offer a range of activities for people with different abilities to get together in a relaxed and social atmosphere.
Everyone is welcome to become a member and have some fun!!!
DISCLAIMER: Liability & Mobility - members participate in trips and activities at...
Join Ballarat Chinese Dragon Boat Club
Training sessions held at Durham Point, North Shore, Lake WendoureeWednesday: Arrive 5:30pm, launch 6:00pmSaturday: Arrive 3:00pm, launch 3:30pm (weather permitting)Open to all ages and skill levels – beginners, social paddlers, and competitive athletesOpportunities to participate in friendly games, local events, and competitionsMembership includes access to training, equipment, and a vibrant communityWhether you're looking for fitness, friendship, or a new challenge, come and paddle with us!
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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.