QLD

Community Events

Join an organised T1D meetup, fun run, marathon, cycle or swim near you!

Find an event in QLD. Here's what you can explore on this page...

Check out JDRF hosted opportunities to meet other local families living with type 1 diabetes through T1D meetups. 

Explore fitness challenges like marathons or cycling where you can fundraise for T1D research... there’s no shortage of events to join.

Remember, if you're entering a fitness event, create a fundraising page using their sign up platform and send the link to your friends!

Ask to be sponsored for completing the event, for every km you conquer, or set a target time and ask for $5 for every minute you’re early.

One ride

28 - 30 Nov 2025

Join JDRF One Ride 2025 in the stunning Barossa Valley—cycling routes and packages for all while raising funds for T1D research!

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Play for Purpose 

Draw closes on 12 Dec 2024

Every Play For Purpose ticket gives you the chance to win a first prize worth $250k and hundreds of other amazing prizes like cars, vouchers and more. 

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Sun Run

01 Feb 2025

Get ready to challenge yourself to a 7km or 10km fun run along the spectacular Northern Beaches coastline from Dee Why Beach to Manly Beach.

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One Walk QLD

March 2025

Join the world's largest walk towards a future without type 1 diabetes in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Townsville, Moreton Bay, Redlands & Mackay!

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Fisiocrem GC30 Main Beach

18 May 2025

Take on the Fisiocrem GC30 Main Beach next May with distances for all, from Kids Dash to 30km—your perfect challenge awaits!

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ASICS Runaway Noosa

24 May 2025

Enjoy a weekend of sunshine, good vibes, and a flat, fast course with multiple distances to suit every runner. Find your happy pace in the heart of Noosa.

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Brisbane Marathon Festival

01 June 2025

A historic highlight on Queensland’s running calendar, the Festival echoes the excitement of the 1982 Commonwealth Games and has welcomed public runners since 1992.

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7Cairns Marathon Festival

13 July 2025

Set in stunning North Queensland, the Festival is a must-do destination for running and lifestyle enthusiasts looking to experience the beauty of the tropics.

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Sunshine Coast Marathon

03 Aug 2025

The EVA Air Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival offers an AIMS-certified course and ideal winter conditions, having raised over $2 million for charity since its start.


Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival

12-14 Sep 2025

Ride the stunning Great Barrier Reef Drive this September, it's your chance to challenge yourself or soak in Tropical North Queensland's breathtaking beauty!

Other ways to raise money for type 1 diabetes research

Sign up for Entertainment

Save on takeaway, dining, shopping, groceries, gift cards, activities and more with Entertainment! 20% of every membership purchased goes to support JDRF Australia!

Connect to Drimtel

DrimTel is a local Australian telecommunications service provider that empowers connectivity and transforms lives. 50% of their profits go directly to JDRF Australia.

Purchase Synxbody

SynxBody, is an Australian footcare company. For every online purchase made on their website, SynxBody is generously donating $1 to JDRF to help advance foot health and T1D awareness! 

Support Krystle knight jewellery

KKJ an Australia brand, specialises in handmade jewellery, centred around crystals and their healing properties.
$20 from each 'Make It Visible' collection sale goes to JDRF Australia.

Apply for your United Petrol card

With the JDRF Australia UP Community card, save 2 cents per litre at participating United stations and support JDRF Australia with a 2 cents per litre rebate.

Support Phil Hoffman Travel

Thinking of travelling but also want to make an impact? Donating 1% of your holiday cost directly to JDRF! Using code SPJDRF at checkout.