Before you enter full hibernation mode ahead of the cooler months, commit to one last outdoor hurrah with the return of the Great Ocean Road Running Festival on May 17-18. Take in sweeping coastal views while enjoying this rare opportunity to traverse the famous winding road on foot.
It's also the running festival's 20th anniversary, and with more than 11,000 runners expected to take part, this year’s milestone event is set to be the most unforgettable yet.
For the running purists amongst us, there are a number of events on offer, including the ultra (60 kilometres), full (44 kilometres) and half marathons (23 kilometres), along with shorter options for those who just want to jog or walk.
And if you've got little ones, encourage them to get up and about for the 1.5-kilometre Kids’ Gallop. If that still sounds a little too athletic, consider getting involved in the Kite Festival, the Pub to Pub Waiter’s Race (which involves carrying a tray of beer from the Apollo Bay Hotel to the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse and back), or check out the live music all weekend long in Apollo Bay.
There are plenty of other events and races on offer, so for more information be sure to check out the website.