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Step Out for Cancer
Organiser: Tour de Cure
Step Out for Cancer is a brand new, all-ages event from Tour de Cure, uniting the community in the fight against childhood cancer. The event will take place in the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Allianz Stadium and Royal Randwick Racecourse. Walk or run, then follow up your fitness-fuelled fun with live music, food trucks and entertainment at the finish festival....
Sprint Series Adventure Race: Lane Cove, NSW
Organiser: Adventure Junkie
Sprint Series Adventure Race: Lane Cove, NSW Event Details: Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025 Location: Lane Cove, NSW, Australia ...
Sprint Series Adventure Race: Lane Cove
Organiser: Adventure Junkie
The Sprint Series Adventure Race in Lane Cove, NSW, on Sunday, 16 November 2025, is a dynamic multisport event featuring running, kayaking, and mountain biking. Designed for teams of two, participants navigate using maps and compasses to locate checkpoints across varied terrain by foot, mountain bike, and kayak. Team members must remain together throughout the race. The event offers both...
Parramatta Race Series: Race 5
Organiser: Race Hub Australia
The Parramatta Race Series: Race 5 on Sunday, 16 November 2025 is the final event in the 2025 series, featuring four race distances: Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and a 2km Family Dash. Based at George Kendall Riverside Park in Parramatta, Sydney, the courses follow the scenic Parramatta Valley Cycleway alongside the Parramatta River. These flat, fast routes provide an ideal...
Shire Run Carnival & Aquathlon
The Shire Run Carnival & Aquathlon takes place on Saturday, 22 November 2025 at Bonna Point Reserve, Kurnell, NSW, offering a vibrant community festival with a lively carnival atmosphere for participants of all levels—from recreational walkers and runners to elite athletes. Set along the picturesque Kurnell Foreshore, the event features mainly sealed pathways with grassy sections at the start and...
Run Fest Central Coast
The Mingara One Run Fest Central Coast will take place on Sunday, 23 November 2025, at Memorial Park in The Entrance, New South Wales. This event features a variety of races, including the Central Coast Half Marathon, which offers a fast, flat, and scenic route to Chittaway Bay and back, following part of the cycle path. In addition to the...
SMC Road Race 3
The SMC Road Race Series, organised monthly by the Sydney Marathon Clinic from September to May, features this edition on Sunday, 23 November 2025. Participants can compete in professionally timed road races over 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon distances. The event’s start and finish lines are located at Long Street Park, Smithfield, Sydney, NSW. Registration is open to all runners;...
Run Fest Central Coast
The Mingara One Run Fest Central Coast will take place on Sunday, 23 November 2025, at Memorial Park in The Entrance, New South Wales. Runners can experience the Central Coast Half Marathon, featuring a fast, flat, and scenic course that follows the cycle path to Chittaway Bay and back. In addition to the 21.1km half marathon, the event includes a...
Panthers Tri Club Triathlon & Duathlon: December
The Panthers Tri Club Triathlon & Duathlon will take place on Saturday, 13 December 2025 at the Sydney International Regatta Centre in Penrith, Sydney. Race distances are to be confirmed. Participants must complete registration through the online portal, which closes two days prior to race day.Distances:TBCTriathlon (Swim + Bike + Run):Mini/Micro (under 10 yrs): 50m + 1K + 100mSub-Junior (7-10...
SMC Road Race 4
The SMC Road Race Series, organized by the Sydney Marathon Clinic, takes place monthly from September to May, with the December event scheduled for Sunday, 14 December 2025. Each race is professionally timed and offers three distance options: 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon. The start and finish lines are located at Long Street Park in Smithfield, Sydney, NSW. Participation is...
Panthers Tri Club Triathlon & Duathlon: January
Panthers Tri Club Triathlon & Duathlon: January Event Details Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026 Location: Sydney International Regatta Centre, Penrith, Sydney, NSW, Australia Join us at the Sydney International Regatta Centre in Penrith for the Panthers Tri Club Triathlon & Duathlon on January 10, 2026. This event promises an exciting day of racing for all participants. To secure your spot,...
SMC Road Race 5
The SMC Road Race Series, organised by the Sydney Marathon Clinic, runs monthly from September through May, with the next event scheduled for Sunday, 18 January 2026. This professionally timed race event offers 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon distances, accommodating runners of all levels. The start and finish lines are located at Long Street Park, Smithfield, Sydney, NSW. Participation is...
Blue-Mile 5 Fun Run
The Blue-Mile 5 Fun Run takes place on Monday, 26 January 2026 as part of the MMJ Aquathon series in Wollongong, NSW. This scenic and flat 5km course begins at the historic Wollongong Boat Harbour and follows the picturesque coastal Blue Mile shared path, passing landmarks such as the historic continental pools, North Beach, and the lagoon. Participants will reach...
MMJ Aquathon
The MMJ Aquathon, a popular annual Swim-Run event, returns to the beautiful Wollongong Harbour on January 26, 2026. Offering options for all, there are four swim-run distances available for kids and adults. Participants can compete individually or as a tag team, with one member swimming and the other running. The event takes place in the picturesque and safe enclosed waters...
Max Adventure Race Series: Lake Macquarie
Organiser: Maximum Adventure
The Max Adventure Race Series at Lake Macquarie, NSW, on Saturday, 14 February 2026, offers an exciting introduction to the dynamic sport of Adventure Racing. Teams of two will engage in a fast-paced, non-stop race that challenges participants to alternate between three core disciplines: mountain biking, trail running, and kayaking. Throughout the event, team members must stay together and collaborate...
SMC Road Race 6
The SMC Road Race Series, organised by the Sydney Marathon Clinic, takes place monthly from September through May, with the upcoming event scheduled for Sunday, 15 February 2026. This professionally timed road race offers three distance options: 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon, accommodating runners of all levels. The race starts and finishes at Long Street Park, Smithfield, Sydney, NSW. Participation...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
Sprint Series Adventure Race: Manly Dam, NSW
Organiser: Adventure Junkie
Sprint Series Adventure Race: Manly Dam, NSW Date: Sunday, 29 March 2026 Location: Manly Dam, NSW, Australia Join us for the Sprint Series Adventure Race at Manly Dam—an exhilarating multi-discipline event set in the scenic surroundings of Manly Dam Reserve, just minutes from Sydney. Teams of two will navigate a dynamic course through lush forest, winding trails, and open waterways,...
Run2Cure Neuroblastoma Sydney
The Run2Cure Neuroblastoma Fun Run in Sydney, NSW, takes place on Sunday, 29 March 2026 at the scenic Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain. Participants can choose from a variety of distances: 21.1km half marathon, 10km, 5km, and 3km scenic run/walk events, as well as a family-friendly 1km fun walk designed for children aged five and under. The half marathon, 10km,...
Murray Bridge Triathlon Festival
Organiser: Pushing Limits
The Murray Bridge Triathlon Festival will take place on Sunday, 29 March 2026, at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge, SA. This exciting event features five race distances: Long Course, Olympic, Sprint, Enticer, and Kids/Mini, catering to all levels of triathletes. The festival offers a fast and scenic course centered around the iconic Bunyip at Sturt Reserve, showcasing the highlights of the...
Newcastle Cross Country: 1. Richley Reserve
Newcastle Cross Country Club invites runners to compete in the upcoming race at Richley Reserve, Blackbutt, on Saturday, 4 April 2026. This event is part of the Hunter Region's cross country race series in New South Wales. Participation is exclusive to club members; membership is open to all and requires online registration by midnight on the Friday before the race...
Swimrun Australia: Sydney East
Swimrun Australia’s Sydney East event returns on 18 April 2026, featuring a stunning harbour course with iconic views of the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and South Head. This dynamic adventure race combines multiple trail running and open water swimming segments into one continuous journey—no transitions or gear changes required. Participants run in their swimwear and swim in their shoes,...
Run Wollongong
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
Run Wollongong returns on Saturday, 18 April 2026, featuring a range of race distances including the Wollongong Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km (Kerryn McCann 10), 5km (Fitness 5), and 2km (Turbo 2). The scenic course follows the beautiful undulating coastline of Wollongong, running along the renowned Blue Mile and Emma McKeon Promenade before extending to Bellambi. Participants will circle the iconic...
Triathlon Wollongong Festival
Organiser: Elite Energy Event Management
The vibrant harbour precinct and iconic Blue Mile of Wollongong will host the Triathlon Wollongong Festival on Sunday, 19 April 2026. Challenge yourself to swim, bike, and run through one of Australia’s most scenic coastal locations. Race options include Standard Distance (1500m swim, 40km bike, 10km run), Sprint, Super Sprint, TriKidz Aquathon, Try-A-Tri, and Aquabike categories. Participants can enter individually...
SMC Road Race 8
The SMC Road Race Series, organised by the Sydney Marathon Clinic, takes place monthly from September to May. The upcoming event will be held on Sunday, 19 April 2026. This professionally timed road race offers 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon (21.1km) distances at each event, catering to a range of runners. The start and finish lines are located at Long...
Ultra-Trail Australia: 1km-4-Kids
Organiser: IRONMAN
Ultra-Trail Australia: 1km-4-Kids Date: Sunday, 17 May 2026 Location: Scenic World, Katoomba, NSW, Australia Celebrate the next generation of trail runners at the Ultra-Trail Australia: 1km-4-Kids, a highlight of the Ultra-Trail Australia festival weekend. This inclusive, non-competitive 1km fun run gives children aged 12 and under the chance to experience the thrill of trail running in a safe, supportive environment—and...
SMC Road Race 9
The SMC Road Race Series, organised monthly by the Sydney Marathon Clinic from September to May, presents its next event on Sunday, 24 May 2026. This professionally timed road race offers three distance options: 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon (21.1km). The start and finish lines are located at Long Street Park, Smithfield, Sydney, NSW. Participation is open to all runners;...
Suggested groups & activities in and around Sydney NSW
Achilles Sydney Walking and Running Group
On most Sundays we meet hail, rain or shine on Hospital Road, at the rear of Sydney Eye Hospital. opposite the Domain at 8.00am.
We train (walk or run) for an hour, taking in the sights, sounds and smells of some of Sydney’s most spectacular sites – the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Opera House and Mrs Macquarie’s chair.
KGV Walk Group
Walking Speed: Medium pace
Frequency: Monthly
Dog Friendly: Yes
Pram Friendly: No
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.
Please Note:
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...
The Hillbillies
Walking Speed: Medium pace
Frequency: Fortnightly
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.
Please Note:
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...
Pirrama parkrun - Pyrmont - Sydney
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
About Pirrama parkrun
Pirrama parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed run and it...
Cardio Tennis @ Rushcutters Bay Tennis Centre
Looking to inject some energy into your fitness routine? Want to improve your tennis skills while breaking a sweat? Come and give Cardio Tennis a try!
What is Cardio Tennis?
Cardio Tennis is the dynamic fusion of tennis drills, cardiovascular exercise, and upbeat music, designed to get your heart pumping and your skills improving. It's the perfect blend of fitness and fun, suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.
Tailored to Your Needs
Everyone has different fitness levels and tennis skills. That's why Tennis Australia coaches offer...
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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.