VENTURE into the great outdoors!
January to November delivers a season of outdoor events from cycling, mountain biking and trail running, as well as family friendly outdoor events throughout the Ipswich region.
With over 6000ha of open parks and conservation areas, it’s no wonder Ipswich is the home of so many outdoor recreation and endurance events.
2024 VENTURE EVENTS CALENDAR
FIND A PARKRUN NEAR YOU
With a mission to inspire health and happiness, Parkrun offers free 5km community events every Saturday in almost 500 locations around Australia.
Run by teams of local volunteers, these welcoming and inclusive mornings are open to all registered walkers, joggers and runners, in any location, any weekend of the year. With all events ending in a social gathering at a local coffee spot, you’ll be spoilt for choice every Saturday!
For more Parkrun locations near you, visit the Parkrun website.
VENTURE A LITTLE FURTHER
If you’re ready to venture out into the great outdoors, then check out this list of places where you can go bush walking. The list includes the highest peak in the Brisbane region, Flinders Peak which stands at 679m tall – higher than the glasshouse mountains.
When it comes to Mountain Biking (MTB) Ipswich has plenty of options also – including the greatest length of MTB single track in Queensland and the longest continuous descent in QLD – 500 above at Hidden Vale Adventure Park. See all the places where you can mountain bike here.
There’s even a MTB trials park designed by former world champion trials rider Janine Jungfels at Castle Hill Blackstone Reserve – though this isn’t something beginners should attempt.
Need more reasons to bring your bike to Ipswich? Then check out these recommendations from a MTB racer, or explore the best places for advanced riders to visit.
Or if you prefer outdoor sports of the wet kind, then you’ll want to know where you can drop in the kayak. Find that here.
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Sunday 24 March 2024
The University of Southern Queensland, Ipswich Campus
Celebrating its 25th year, the annual Heritage Karalee-Ipswich 100 bike ride is one of South East Queensland’s favourite charity bike rides.
Well known for its beautiful scenery and friendly atmosphere, the event offers a chance for seasoned riders and first timers alike to test their skills and fitness across three different routes, while supporting a worthy cause.
The ride is a project of the Brisbane West Lions Club in association with the Ipswich Hospital Foundation. All proceeds from the ride are donated to charity. So jump on your bike and take a ride for a great cause!
Click here for more information!
Go West
Sunday 24 March 2024
Harding’s Paddock Campground, Purga
Passing between the picturesque Mount Elliott and Flinders Peak in the Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate, this unique trail running event is perfect for outdoor adventurers.
Beginning at Harding’s Paddock Campground, there are five well-marked events to choose between, from a 5km ‘dash’ to the full marathon over a challenging and scenic course.
With thousands of acres of forests, towering volcanic peaks, cheeky native wildlife and deep rugged valleys rich in history and culture, this hidden gem has so much to offer. Whether you reach your goals or not, nothing is achieved without first starting. See you out there!
Click here for more information!
Fox Superflow
Saturday 31 August and Sunday 1 September 2024
Fox Superflow® returns to Castle Hill’s Blackstone Reserve in Ipswich with Australia’s most popular gravity enduro race this year!
This not your average enduro: it’s your chance to ride the way you want! Say goodbye to tight schedules and hello to enduro racing with a laid-back vibe. Warm-up runs, any track order you fancy and the freedom to ride at your own pace in any track order you want!
Make it a cruisy day out mountain biking or treat it like a World Cup, it’s entirely your choice. Cruise up untimed with your crew, choose your track and drop into the thrill of the race. Whether you’re scouting lines or sending it full speed, it’s all about the party trains, berms, and the rush of racing, all in one epic day.
Elite racer, grom, or novice, all ages will have a blast. No harsh cut-off times or strict start orders mean you can ride together, chasing your best race run without constraints! This race even features the GASGAS Electroflow™ which offers specific eBike classifications! Be part of the Fox Superflow® 2024—an unmissable opportunity to own the trails your way.
Click here for more information!
Ipswich Hospital Foundation's Park2Park
Sunday 28 July 2024
Limestone Park, Ipswich
The Ipswich Hospital Foundation’s Park2Park fun run is back with their 20th anniversary event!
Participate as a team, family, individual, school or even as your organisation’s mascot, in a range of courses for all ages and abilities, there is something for everybody.
Whether you walk, run or skip your way through a course, the best part is you’ll have the opportunity to fundraise for your local community.
So lace up your sneakers and sign up for IHF Park2Park this July!
Click here for more information!
99 Bikes Cycle and Trail Run Epic
Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September 2024
Hidden Vale Adventure Park, Grandchester
An award-winning mountain bike and trail running challenge, the Epic has multiple categories suitable for all ages and abilities.
From the 4.2km Mini Epic, to the 22km Allclear Chaser and right up to the 100km Epic itself, the tracks are sure to get your heart racing with plenty of exciting twists and turns.
Experience an epic adventure for yourself and discover all this hidden gem has to offer.
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Escape Raid
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 October 2024
Logan’s Camp Recreation Area, Lake Wivenhoe
Three events over one weekend – that’s right, you can kayak, trek and mountain bike to your hearts content as part of Queensland’s premier Adventure Racing series.
Do one or do them all, the Escape Raid is a family friendly event designed to be achievable by novices, whilst still challenging the most hardened adventure athletes.
Made up of three individual events, this weekend is as much about campfires as it is competition, with teams competing to collect as many points as possible through beautiful, unmarked wilderness.
Click here for more information!
BVRT Festival of Cycling
Saturday 3 August 2024
Get ready for the BVRT Festival of Cycling on August 3, 2024! Enjoy being part of this exciting cycling festival held along the beautiful Brisbane Valley Rail Trail. This must-do event caters to all abilities with four exciting routes:
161 km from Wulkuraka to Yarraman
75 km from Toogoolawah
50 km from Moore
20 km family ride from Blackbutt
Whether you’re an experienced rider or a leisure cyclist, this fully supported event offers a fantastic day out. Don’t miss out on the fun, camaraderie, and stunning scenery.
Learn more and secure your spot here. For event updates be sure to follow BVRT Festival of Cycling on Facebook here.