XTRAIL West Wind
We are absolutely stoked to be able to bring you a unique piece of running in New Zealand, maybe even the world. The great folks at Meridian have allowed us […]
$55
46 events found.
North Island
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Run the Bay
The perfect outing to get active in the sun and take in the beautiful scenery of the Bay of Islands. Trek Trail & Fish Full Marathon Half Marathon 8.7km 6km
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Auckland Trail Run Series: Tāwharanui
Set on the eastern end of the Tāwharanui Peninsula, this park boasts some of our region's most beautiful white sand beaches, rolling pastures, shingled bays, native coastal forest and regenerating […]
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The Taniwha
An extraordinary journey along the Waikato River Trails
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XTRAIL Woolshed
Sunday - 24th May 2026 A classic Barefoot XTRAIL course with a great old Woolshed by the Venue HQ. The courses take you through pine and native forest, plus a […]
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Kings Backyard Ultra
Beautifully maintained showground fields in the suburbs of Whangarei City. The big open fields flow into some sheep farm paddocks at the backend of the course (the highest part of the loop) with some beautiful views over the countryside. The travel under foot is a mix of field, farm, single trail, gravel road, tarseal roading. […]
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XTRAIL Starlight Wainui
Imagine picking your way through bush-clad trails with hundreds of other bobbing head torches, all under a starlit sky. No personal bests in this event, just a brand new experience […]
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Auckland Trail Run Series: Hunua Ranges
As the largest area of native forest in Auckland, the Hunua Ranges boast an outstanding selection of glorious single track, stunning bush, fast gravel trails and even a stream crossing […]
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XTRAIL Red Rocks
So you thought you knew our Coastlines? Get up close and personal with Cook Straight. From the spectacular ridge top views to the rugged Coastal Track this is a day […]
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Auckland Trail Run Series: Shakespear
At the tip of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula lies the stunning Shakespear Regional Park. Shakespear is the ideal entry level course – so bring your family and friends with 100% confidence […]
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Cougar Trail Run
Arguably Tokoroa’s best kept secret, Cougar Mountain Bike Park is a spot that will wow even the most seasoned trail runners & walkers out there. 50min from Taupo, tucked […]
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XTRAIL Boulder Hill
Boulder Hill offers up a classic slice of Wellington trail running - rugged, scenic, and deeply rewarding. Set in the Belmont Regional Park, the courses take you through a mix […]
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The Possum Night Trail Run
With three course options - 5km, 11km, and 21km - The Possum truly is a race at your own pace, welcoming walkers, runners, first-timers, families, and seasoned trail legends alike. Whether you’re strolling under the stars, jogging with mates, or chasing a big night-time PB, there’s a Possum distance made just for you.This year will […]
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WUU2K
Featured WUU2K EventsWellington Wellington, New ZealandGet ready to get your heart pumping and your muscles burning with The WUU2K trail run. Our event takes you through some of the most picturesque trails surrounding the city, […]
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Auckland Trail Run Series: Totara Park
Another of Auckland's hidden gems, Totara Park is packed with variety in every course distance and delivers heaps of smile-inducing running and walking. You'll breathe in plenty of fresh air […]
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Northland 100
Set in the rugged and breathtaking landscapes of Glenbervie Forest, managed by Rayonier Matariki Forests. The Northland 100 is an ultra-running experience like no other. This course takes runners deep […]
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Auckland Trail Run Series: Riverhead Forest
There is an endless and ever-changing network of trails in this pine plantation forest. Once again we can expect Riverhead to have a sufficient amount of glorious mud and clay! […]
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Canceled Mukamuka Munter
Wellington's Best Micro Adventure
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Kaitaia Trail Run
Kaitaia Kaitaia, Northland, New ZealandJoin us in the Far North for the Summit Forests Kaitaia Trail Run/Walk. You can choose a 4km, 11.5km or Half Marathon - how about it! Choose to run competitively or cruise at your own pace with friends and whanau. Te Hiku Forest is a 17,000-hectare pine forest that was initially planted to protect against […]
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Auckland Trail Run Series: Waitawa
Tucked away on the south east coast of Auckland this hidden gem makes for some truly stunning running conditions! Made up of three small peninsulas Waitawa boasts outstanding views across the Firth of Thames on every peak and some wicked sections of native bush packed with neat trails just screaming out to be used.
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Tip Track Marathon
FeaturedTip Track Marathon (TTM) is a low-key, no frills trail running race that takes place at the Tip Track in Wellington each year. TTM is all about hard hills, high-fives, […]
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Kinloch Off Road Challenge
This event takes you on a journey through the world-class trail network in and around Kinloch, Taupō. With each course offering something very different from the next, there’s something awesome […]
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Tongariro River Trail
Tongariro National Park Tongariro National Park, Ohakune, New ZealandHidden away on the edge of Tongariro National park, sits the alpine fed Tongariro River. Our course follows the Tongariro River trail through stunning native forest, and over crystal clear water, keeping an eye out for anglers and trout in New Zealand’s best (and internationally renowned) freshwater fishing spots. WIth native birch forests and piteristic […]
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Te Āpiti Traverse
An unforgettable trail running adventure through New Zealand’s iconic Manawatu Gorge, a rare natural wonder where the Manawatū River carves a dramatic path between the Ruahine and Tararua ranges. This […]
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Cape Kidnappers Trail Run
Cape Kidnappers Cape Kidnappers, Hawkes Bay, New ZealandCape Kidnappers will take you on an amazing journey and adventure through some stunning locations not normally accessible to the public. The course is set on private land and includes trails by windswept beaches, native forest, waterfalls, river gorges and stunning coastal farmland. If you haven’t been to Te Kauwae-a-Maui / Cape Kidnappers before, […]
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The Awa Adventure Run
Whanganui Whanganui, New ZealandYou can choose to walk or run the course that best suits you. The terrain will be a mixture of gravel roads, 4WD tracks and single trail incorporating lots of regenerating native bush and exotic forest with stunning views of the Whanganui River. With the exception of the kids course, expect to stretch your legs […]
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Botanic Gardens Trail
Auckland Auckland, New ZealandTucked away in the heart of Auckland, the Auckland Botanical Gardens and Totara Regional Park are one of Auckland’s best kept secrets! Our courses begin in the heart of Auckland gardens, and have you meandering through the gardens before making your way out into the native bush of Totara Park. The mid and long course […]
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The Henderson Shuffle
We are excited to bring you a 12 hour endurance event suitable for most abilities. Have you looked at ultra distance running events and wanted to give it a go? Do you feel you would miss the time cut off? Well then this is the perfect event for you. Join us on Sunday 27th of […]
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McLaren Falls Trail
Tauranga Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New ZealandJust a short ten minute drive from Tauranga, Mclaren Falls Regional Park covers a combination of pristine forest and beautiful farmland, all overlooking the stunning Lake Mclaren. Starting at the […]
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Taupō Ultramarathon
Join us for an epic event that showcases the very best of what the Great Lake Taupō region has to offer: expansive lake views, rugged mountains, mighty rivers, pristine waterfalls, […]
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Trek the Forest
Blue Lake Blue Lake, Rotorua, New ZealandLocated on the beautiful Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake,) this course weaves around Lake Tikitapu for the short course, whilst the mid and long delves deeper into the stunning Whakarewarewa forest, […]
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River-Run Backyard Ultra
Hawkes Bay Hawkes Bay, New ZealandAll profits from the event will be donated to the Waipukurau Rotary River Pathways Trust. You can find out more about the Waipukurau Rotary River Pathways Trust, and the beautiful Tukituki Trail at https://www.tukitukitrail.com/.
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Wairarapa Backyard Ultra
Event Details Date & Time Labour Weekend 2026 - Saturday 24th October 1pm Location Colin Pugh SportsbowlMasterton, New Zealand Course 6.7km loop on mixed terrain including trails, gravel roads, and […]
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Aorangi 100
Day 1Day 2 / Aorangi UndulatorDay 3Distance50km33km23kmVert (m)2800500Gradient8.5%4.2%GRADIENT FACTORBrutalTough
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Legend of the Peaks
Rotorua Rotorua, New ZealandLegend of the Peaks is an off-road running festival, open to almost all ages, set in Rotorua, Aotearoa New Zealand. Within the festival there are a number of different races […]
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Hamilton Gardens Trail
Hamilton Hamilton, Waikato, New ZealandLocated in the Centre of Hamilton and nestled on the side of the mighty Waikato River, Hamilton Gardens offers picturesque views and wonderfully manicured gardens. Both the start and finish […]
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Coastal Five
A running festival like no other.The Coastal Five offers a fresh take on the traditional marathon — five unique events over two days, all set against the stunning backdrop of […]
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Aotearoa Afghanistan Marathon
Inspired by the ground-breaking Marathon of Afghanistan , Timatanga Hou welcomes you to the second Aotearoa Afghanistan Marathon. The Aotearoa Afghanistan Marathon is fueled by the spirit of inclusivity and […]
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Rage Against Riverhead
Rage Against Riverhead 8, 12 or 24hr Relay or Solo Solo or relay teams of 2, 4 or 6 people completing as many 5km trail laps as possible (non-stop) in […]
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The Poronui Passage
Poronui Poronui, Waikato, New ZealandNestled in the secluded Taharua Valley in New Zealand’s North Island – just a 40 minute drive from Taupo – Poronui is an authentic back-country station set in the foothills […]
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Trail Challenge Waihi
Waihi Waihi, Bay of Plenty, New ZealandSTUNNING TRAIL RUNNING AND WALKING FOR ALL AGES AND ABILITIES IN THE HISTORIC KARANGAHAKE GORGE With flat and fast riverside trails, glorious climbs up Mt Karangahake and pristine native bush, […]
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Ultra Five-0
Get your ultra on! Ultra Five-0 is a trail running event along the Hunua Traverse Trail in Auckland's Hunua Ranges. The course is 100% runnable and made up of a […]
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MASH Backyard Ultra
Wellington Wellington, New ZealandThe M*A*S*H Backyard Ultra takes up refuge at Queen Elizabeth Park on the Kapiti Coast over Wellington Anniversary weekend. Encampment will materialise in the paddock next to the Ramaroa Centre, […]
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First Light Marathon
Kia Ora! Join us for an incredible adventure race at the First Light Marathon in Tairāwhiti Gisborne, Aotearoa New Zealand! As you conquer the short, steep hills, you'll be rewarded […]
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Pāuanui Trail Epic
Welcome to the Pāuanui Trail Epic — where the tide meets the trails. Set in the picturesque beach town of Pāuanui on the Coromandel Peninsula, this is a trail running […]