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Find local running groups, run organisers and coaches near Adelaide SA. Whether it is casual, social or competitive - we want to help you find a group that works for you. Whether you are looking for kids running lessons, coaches & athlethic clubs or adults, explore options in Adelaide SA and surrounds.
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COURSE Run Club - Adelaide
COURSE Run Club brings runners and walkers together in Adelaide on Saturday mornings, with a focus on direction over pace.
Meet at Grundy Gardens at 6:50am for a 7am start. Choose a 3km or 5km route and take it at your own pace. The group starts together and finishes at Homeboy for coffee.
Come along to the Saturday meetup to take part, whether you prefer to run or walk.
Meet at Grundy Gardens at 6:50am for a 7am start. Choose a 3km or 5km route and take it at your own pace. The group starts together and finishes at Homeboy for coffee.
Come along to the Saturday meetup to take part, whether you prefer to run or walk.
Adelaide SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
Running
Pakapakanthi parkrun - Adelaide
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Pakapakanthi parkrun?
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 Pakapakanthi parkrun **
Pakapakanthi 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...
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 Pakapakanthi parkrun **
Pakapakanthi 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...
Adelaide SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
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Torrens parkrun - North Adelaide - Adelaide
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Torrens parkrun?
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 Torrens parkrun **
Torrens 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...
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 Torrens parkrun **
Torrens 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...
North Adelaide SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
Running
Adelaide Running Crew - Uni Loop Intervals
About the Group
Adelaide Running Crew is a free social running group based around Adelaide CBD and North Adelaide. The group helps runners work toward their goals in a supportive group training environment.
What to Expect
The regular Wednesday session is interval training from the Uni Loop area. Sessions suit runners who can comfortably run around 5km and include a mix of paces and structured efforts.
How to Join
Meet at the start of Uni Loop on Wednesday evening.Check the organiser website before attending for FAQs and any session updates.
Adelaide Running Crew is a free social running group based around Adelaide CBD and North Adelaide. The group helps runners work toward their goals in a supportive group training environment.
What to Expect
The regular Wednesday session is interval training from the Uni Loop area. Sessions suit runners who can comfortably run around 5km and include a mix of paces and structured efforts.
How to Join
Meet at the start of Uni Loop on Wednesday evening.Check the organiser website before attending for FAQs and any session updates.
North Adelaide SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Wed
Running
Nantu Wama parkrun - North Adelaide - Adelaide
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Nantu Wama parkrun?
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 Nantu Wama parkrun **
Nantu Wama 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...
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 Nantu Wama parkrun **
Nantu Wama 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...
North Adelaide SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
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Drage Reserve parkrun - Felixstow - Norwood Payneham and St Peters
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Drage Reserve parkrun?
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 Drage Reserve parkrun
Drage Reserve 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...
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 Drage Reserve parkrun
Drage Reserve 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...
Felixstow SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
Running
Lochiel parkrun - Campbelltown
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Lochiel parkrun?
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 Lochiel parkrun **
Lochiel 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...
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 Lochiel parkrun **
Lochiel 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...
Campbelltown SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
Running
Oaklands Estate Reserve parkrun - Oaklands Park - Marion
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Oaklands Estate Reserve parkrun?
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 Oaklands Estate Reserve parkrun **
Oaklands Estate Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
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 Oaklands Estate Reserve parkrun **
Oaklands Estate Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
Oaklands Park SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
Running
Belair National Park parkrun - Mitcham
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Belair National Park parkrun?
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 Belair National Park parkrun
Belair National Park 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 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 Belair National Park parkrun
Belair National Park 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...
Belair SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
Running
Patawalonga River parkrun - Glenelg North - West Torrens
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Patawalonga River parkrun?
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 Patawalonga River parkrun **
Patawalonga River 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...
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 Patawalonga River parkrun **
Patawalonga River 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...
Glenelg North SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
Running
West Beach parkrun - Charles Sturt
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is West Beach parkrun?
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 West Beach parkrun **
West Beach 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...
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 West Beach parkrun **
West Beach 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...
West Beach SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
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Cleland parkrun
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Cleland parkrun?
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 Cleland parkrun **
Cleland 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...
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 Cleland parkrun **
Cleland 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...
Cleland SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
Running
Thorndon junior parkrun - Paradise - City of Campbelltown
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Thorndon junior parkrun?
junior parkrun is a series of weekly 2k runs for children - free, fun, and friendly.
The junior parkrun code:
- A parent or guardian accompanies under 11s to and from the event
- For children aged 4 to 14
- Parents and guardians can take part too
- Please pay attention to the pre-run briefing
- Respect the park and other park users
- Let children walk, jog, skip and run for fun
- No dogs allowed
- Only children to enter the finish funnel
- No barcode, no time, no exception
- Thank...
junior parkrun is a series of weekly 2k runs for children - free, fun, and friendly.
The junior parkrun code:
- A parent or guardian accompanies under 11s to and from the event
- For children aged 4 to 14
- Parents and guardians can take part too
- Please pay attention to the pre-run briefing
- Respect the park and other park users
- Let children walk, jog, skip and run for fun
- No dogs allowed
- Only children to enter the finish funnel
- No barcode, no time, no exception
- Thank...
Paradise SA
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FREE
Age: 4 - 14
Sun
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Mawson Lakes parkrun - Salisbury
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Mawson Lakes parkrun?
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 Mawson Lakes parkrun **
Mawson Lakes 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...
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 Mawson Lakes parkrun **
Mawson Lakes 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...
Mawson Lakes SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
Running
Seacliff Esplanade parkrun - Kingston Park - Holdfast Bay
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Seacliff Esplanade parkrun?
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 Seacliff Esplanade parkrun **
Seacliff Esplanade 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...
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 Seacliff Esplanade parkrun **
Seacliff Esplanade 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...
Kingston Park SA
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FREE
Age: 18 - 65+
Sat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athletics South Australia and what events do they host?
Athletics South Australia is the state's governing body for athletics and a member association of Athletics Australia. It supports affiliated clubs and administers competitions across track and field, cross country and road running, with pathways for junior, open, masters and para athletes. Registration and eligibility depend on the club or event. For independent races, fun runs and other community activities, browse running events in Adelaide.
Where are the best running trails in Adelaide?
Popular routes: Torrens River Linear Park, Belair National Park, Adelaide Parklands Trail, coastal walks near Brighton Beach, and Burnside suburbs. Trails range from flat urban paths to hilly nature reserves.
How does Adelaide's heat affect running training?
Adelaide summers (November-March) are hot and dry. Runners shift to very early morning or evening sessions. Hydration and sun protection are essential. Your group will have heat-adapted strategies and modified training schedules.
Are there Parkrun events in Adelaide?
Yes. parkrun organises free, timed five-kilometre community events at multiple Adelaide-area locations, generally on Saturday mornings. Check parkrun's official event map for current venues, course details, start times and cancellations. These events are separate from Athletics South Australia and welcome walkers as well as runners.
What's the running community like in smaller cities like Adelaide?
Adelaide's running community includes athletics clubs, social run groups, trail runners, coached squads and community events. A smaller city does not guarantee that every group has the same atmosphere, so ask about pace groups, route difficulty and newcomer arrangements. Read how run clubs can make it easier to meet people.
How much does running coaching typically cost in Adelaide?
Adelaide running coaching may be sold as club membership, group sessions, an online plan or personalised one-to-one support. Group formats usually have a lower per-person cost, while track entry, testing and race fees can be separate. Ask about qualifications, contact time, feedback, cancellations and the complete cost before choosing a coach.
What running races and fun runs are popular in Adelaide?
Adelaide's event calendar includes community fun runs, road races and longer-distance events, with many organisers favouring the cooler months. Browse fun runs in Adelaide or compare all Adelaide running events. Check the current distance, course, time limit and entry conditions before registering.
Is running a winter or summer sport in Australia?
Running happens year-round, but training patterns shift with seasons. Winter is peak training season (cooler, better for distance). Summer requires early/late runs to avoid peak heat, and winter has its own challenges with cold and rain. Check your local running club for their seasonal programming.
What equipment do I need to start running?
Start with comfortable running shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, water and sun protection. You do not need a watch or specialist gear for most beginner sessions. Ask the organiser whether the route has water stops, requires a headlamp or reflective clothing, or involves trails where different footwear may be useful.
Can I join a running club if I can't run five kilometres yet?
Yes, provided the club offers a suitable pace or beginner program. Ask whether walking and run-walk intervals are welcome, what distance the group covers and whether it regroups so nobody is left behind. A gradual first five-kilometre plan can help, but you do not need to reach that distance before contacting a club.
What's the difference between a running club and a race training group?
A running club may offer social runs, club competition and sessions for several paces throughout the year. A race-training group usually follows a time-limited plan for a particular distance or event, with workouts such as intervals, tempo runs and long runs. Some clubs provide both, so compare the pace requirements, coaching and attendance commitment.
Do I need a coach to run faster?
Not required, but coaching helps with pacing, technique, and training plans. Many runners improve through consistent group running plus occasional coached sessions. Ask your running club for coaching recommendations.
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