DATE:
Saturday 15th August 2026
TIME:
2.45pm (arrive 2.30pm)
ENTRY FEE:
$30* (includes event photos, event T-shirt and insurance)
WHO:
Kids aged 3 to 5 years (at 31 December 2026)
START/FINISH:
Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens (Crowleys Road entrance)
AGE DISTANCES:
3-4 years Special Mini-Course
5-7 years 1.5km-3km (1 loop)
8-10 years 3-6km (2 loops)
11-12 years 6-10km (3-4 loops)
Kids will have a colourful time on their wheels lapping the Botanic Gardens with much-loved and exciting colour hits along the way.
This is an event for the entire family so bring everyone along including the grandparents for an afternoon of fun.
Kids can ride scooters, bikes or trikes. Only kids can be on the bike course. Parents are welcome to run along on the sidelines but for safety reasons won’t be allowed on the course.
We encourage families to to do some family rides around the Botanic Gardens in the lead up to give your kids an opportunity to build up confidence and familiarity.
🌭 FREE sausage sizzle^ for all registered riders, courtesy of the Mackay City Central Scout Group. Parents, siblings and friends are welcome to purchase sausages and cold drinks from the Scouts.
🐶 FREE entertainment from the wonderful team at Lucy's Lucky Tags & Dog Rescue
🛡️ Safety first: Parents can relax knowing our amazing volunteers from the Pioneer Swimming Club, Mackay Pet Rescue, and Mackay Table Tennis Association will be out on course keeping the kids safe as they lap the gardens.
💙 GIVE BACK TO OUR MACKAY COMMUNITY
When you register your child, don't forget to select one of our awesome community groups from the dropdown menu. We will donate $5 directly to the group you choose!
*Late fees apply for all registrations after midnight on 10 August 2026. Event T-shirts available while stocks last, sizes are limited.
^One free sausage per registered rider. Additional sausages can be purchased from Mackay City Central Scout Group.
