Events

Taking part in a Variety event is an exciting and fun way to raise funds for children in need. As well as helping children and their families, events are a wonderful opportunity to connect with other Variety supporters and experience what it means to be part of the ‘Variety Family’.

Variety Queensland Events

Bad Hair May

1 May 2020 - 29 May 2020Australia

This year, the coronavirus pandemic means we’re probably all going to have a bad hair May. But what if our bad hair can make good things happen? Well it can! Join us as we celebrate bad hair while raising urgent cash for some of Australia’s most vulnerable kids.

Variety Bash QLD 2020

31 Aug 2020 - 9 Sep 2020Winton QLD, Australia

The Variety Bash is not a race or a rally. It’s an adventure with mates driving 30 year old plus cars through regional parts of Australia that you might otherwise not see, all in support of Variety – the Children’s Charity.
Join us as we travel from historical Winton to Birdsville for the legendary races, and finish the ultimate road trip in Barossa, one of the world's great wine regions.

Variety 4WD Adventure 2020

9 Nov 2020 - 19 Nov 2020Victoria, Australia

The Variety 4WD Adventure is an 11-day trip through Victorian High Country from 9 - 19 November 2020 taking 4WD vehicles and their drivers, of all levels, off the bitumen and onto challenging yet fun, dirt roads and tracks.

Variety Bash Adventure

9 Nov 2020 - 14 Nov 2020Bundaberg QLD 4670, Australia

The Variety Bash Adventure is a combined Bash and 4WD event, where all vehicle types are welcome, travelling through some of the most amazing outback and coastline scenery Australia has to offer, all in the name of helping Aussie kids in need.

2021 Yamaha Variety Jet Trek

22 Mar 2021 - 27 Mar 2021Renmark SA 5341, Australia

The Yamaha Variety Jet Trek is an adrenaline-packed adventure, travelling via some of the most amazing coastline and scenery Australia has to offer, all in the name of helping Aussie kids in need. Join us in 2021 for the experience of a lifetime!

2021 Variety Anzac Day Kokoda Trek

17 Apr 2021 - 26 Apr 2021

Anzac Day holds a special significance for us all. Have you ever considered remembering our soldiers by tackling the Kokoda Trail? Join us in 2021 to walk in our soldiers’ footsteps while taking in some amazing views. Trekking the trail & attending a special service at Isurava could possibly be one of your most memorable experiences in your lifetime. Only 18 spots available!

Supporter Events

Get Tools Direct Shinano Impact Wrench promotion

Up until 20 August if you buy a Shinano Impact Wrench from Get Tools Direct Caloundra, 10% of the sale will be donated to Variety!

Spartan Race Sunshine Coast

6 Jun 2020387 Doonan Bridge Rd, Doonan QLD 4562, Australia

If you’re looking for a way to shake up your fitness routine, want to try something new with your mates, or just want to have a go at something a bit different, then commit to the Sprint and transform yourself into a Spartan!

Aussie Rock’s Redlands Really Pig Day Out

7 Jun 202012:00pm - 5:00 pm, with races from 1:00pm - 4:00pm49 North St, Cleveland QLD 4163, Australia

A full afternoon of entertainment that the whole family can enjoy. Come and join in the festivities at Redlands Pig Races at the Grand View Hotel.

Queensland Half Marathon

21 Jun 2020Barfoot St, Bracken Ridge QLD 4017, Australia

Raise funds for Variety in the lead up as a Caped Crusader and be a hero to Aussie kids in need!

Gold Coast Marathon

4 Jul 2020 - 5 Jul 2020Gold Coast QLD, Australia

Caped Crusaders are taking on the Gold Coast Marathon on 4-5 July. You can join the team or make a donation! You don't have to complete the full marathon, there is also the half-marathon, 10km run, fun-run and junior dash options. There is something for all abilities!

Hearts & Hats Day

31 Jul 2020

Hearts & Hats Day is an exciting new annual initiative in support of Variety – the Children’s Charity. It will take place on the last Friday of July each year, for Queensland schools to raise funds and awareness to help more Aussie kids have a fair go. Children helping other children.

Country Pub Tour

1 Aug 20209am

Join us for a country pub tour, with 4 pub stops including a lunch stop. Pick up and Drop Off - Brisbane CBD and Advancetown. Best hat parade and bus singalong.

NQ’s Rock’n Country

28 Aug 2020 - 29 Aug 202024 Milton Street, Mackay QLD, Australia

NQ’s Rockn’ Country will be Mackay’s first two-day country music festival, attracting thousands from the region and increasing Mackay tourism with the aim to bring people from all over North Queensland.

Save the date: Bridge to Brisbane 30 August 2020

30 Aug 2020

Registrations are not yet open, but put 30th of August in your calendars and start recruiting friends, family and colleagues to create a team to join us in the 2020 Bridge to Brisbane (B2B)!

2020 Dinner Dance

17 Oct 20206:30pmAC Carina Football Club, 150 Fursden Road, Carina QLD, Australia

Join the Aussie Rock team at their 2020 Dinner Dance to boogie the night away and for your chance to win some fantastic prizes!

Op Shop Ball

27 Mar 20217pmThe Fox Hotel, Melbourne Street, South Brisbane QLD, Australia

Come along in your best Op Shop outfit for a night of fun and fundraising! You'll enjoy a 2-course meal and dancing, and can try your luck in the auctions, raffles and lucky door prizes! Don your Op Shop finest and enter the 'Fashions on the Dance Floor' competition.