Christmas Day parkrun!!!

Kickstart Christmas morning with the sun, sweat, and sense of community.

Airlie Beach parkrun is set to offer a relaxed and welcoming way to begin the morning, with participants encouraged to walk, jog or run the 5km course before heading off to celebrate with family and friends.

Held every Saturday morning, Airlie Beach parkrun is a free, volunteer-run 5km event based at the Coral Sea Marina. Starting at 7am following a short briefing, the scenic course winds along the waterfront, showcasing one of the region’s most picturesque backdrops. Participants are welcome to walk, jog or run, with prams and dogs on short leads also part of the weekly mix.

Soon after Christmas Day parkrun, is the special New Years Eve parkrun which will provide a positive and social way to close out the year, giving runners and walkers a chance to reflect, reset and finish the year on a high note.

parkrun is open to all ages and abilities, the event welcomes walkers, joggers and runners, with prams and dogs on short leads also encouraged to take part. First-timers are always welcome, and participants only need to register once online and bring their barcode to receive a timed result.

Beyond the run itself, the weekly gathering has become a strong social hub, with many participants staying on for post-run coffees, chats and creating solid connections and friendships.

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