Brisbane Families Have a Blast in Free Walk, Run and Ride over the Story Bridge

Brisbane was buzzing over the weekend, with over 5,000 people including 900 kids from across South East Queensland walking, running and riding over the Story Bridge at the Blast by Tour de Brisbane.

As Brisbane’s largest outdoor participation event since the COVID lockdown, the Blast featured three free lifestyle events and two competitive races including an ITU Age Group World Qualifier for Duathlon.

Race Director Mike Crawley said feedback for the event by local families has been great so far.

“Our goal was to provide an opportunity for all ages and abilities to experience our beautiful City over the Story Bridge.”

“We know the benefits of exercise to our mental and physical wellbeing, particularly after a tough year for so many.”

“From families with young kids, fathers with their daughters, and groups of friends looking to get active, it was a great community atmosphere,” said Crawley.

“We were proud to offer the Walk, Run and Ride for Free thanks to our insurance sponsor Splatt Lawyers.”

Kedron participant Stuart Cowin loved the inaugural experience.

“It was such an incredible morning, it was so heart warming to see so many families coming out together and participating in such a well run event. Let’s hope it can be bigger and better next year”.

The not-for-profit event supported The Common Good, an initiative of The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation, raising funds for heart and lung transplant research.

Together with the Tour de Brisbane in April 2021, the goal is to raise $200,000 in funds for The Common Good.

Event organisers thank the residents and businesses of Brisbane for their support during the event.