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Craigieburn Running Clubs Build Community Through Weekly Events

Highlands Parkrun and the Craigieburn Little Athletics Centre keep weekly and seasonal fitness options active for local participants.

By Craigieburn Sport Desk · Published 25 July 2026

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Highlands Parkrun draws runners to North Shore Drive in Craigieburn 3064 every Saturday at 8:00am for its free 5km timed event that requires only a pre-registered barcode.

Weekly and seasonal options anchor local participation

The Craigieburn Little Athletics Centre runs a winter Cross-Country season from May to August that features weekly competitions and pairs it with a summer Track & Field season from September to March limited to sprints up to 400m and middle-distance runs. Its home venue, the Sprint Athletics Centre at the corner of Aitken and Marathon Blvd, stays open daily from dawn to dusk with free entry. These fixed schedules give residents recurring chances to train and compete without waiting for one-off races.

Parkrun remains sole recurring mid-July fixture

No other running or fitness races appear on local calendars for mid-July 2026, leaving the Saturday Parkrun as the only weekly event while nearby fun runs cluster in March, April, May and June. The consistent timing and location at North Shore Drive allow the same group of participants to meet regularly, reinforcing community connections through the shared routine.

Residents can register a barcode in advance through the event listing and arrive at North Shore Drive by 8:00am on any Saturday to join without cost. The Little Athletics Centre seasons at the Sprint Athletics Centre similarly allow drop-in access during open hours for those seeking structured track and cross-country options throughout the year.

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