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  • April 2024

  • Sat 6

    The Dual

    April 6, 2024
    Motutapu Island Motutapu Island, Auckland, New Zealand

    An award-winning day of trail adventures, The DUAL is your only opportunity to participate in an event (or to ride your own bike) on the protected island of Motutapu. Produced in partnership with the Motutapu Restoration Trust, participation in this event contributes directly to the preservation and reforestation of Motutapu. We’ve raised over $300k to […]

  • October 2024

  • Sat 12

    Vineyard Riverside Trail

    October 12, 2024
    Hawkes Bay Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

    Love wine? Love a good Saturday walk or run and wine?? Then do we have a deal for you! Nested in the heart of winemaking in the Hawkes Bay, our course begins at BlackBarn Vineyard, before working its way out and along the Tukituki river. A mixture of native bush, and stunning vineyards is what […]

    $45 – $65
  • Sun 20

    Trail Trilogy

    October 20, 2024
    Waihi Waihi, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

    The OceanaGold Trail Trilogy event includes all the popular running distances and utilises most of the wonderful Hauraki Rail Trail. We cater to runners and walkers, individuals and teams, so If you're looking for a great experience with a group of friends, family, or workmates, get a crew together, or grab a solo entry for […]

    $44 – $165
  • November 2024

  • Sun 24

    Toi’s Challenge

    November 24, 2024
    Whakatane Whakatane, New Zealand

    Julians Berry Farm Toi's Challenge is a multi-terrain 18km loop on the beautiful coastal Ngā Tapuwae o Toi (in the footsteps of Toi) track. The trail twists up and down steep coastal hills and along beautiful Otarawairere and Ohope Beaches, through stunning bush and up and down hundreds of steps.Until the last dash to the […]

    $20 – $70
  • Sat 30

    Mighty Totara Backyard Ultra

    November 30, 2024 - December 1, 2024
    Totara Park Totara Park, Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand

    The mighty Totara tree, a goliath of the New Zealand rainforest ... ... will watch over huge athletic performances in beautiful Totara Park as runners take on a scenic 6.7km loop ... over and over again. Who will conquer the half, full and ultra marathon distances? Which Relay Teams will prevail through 6 hour, 12 hour and […]

    $160
  • January 2025

  • Sat 25

    Jumbo Holdsworth Trail Race

    January 25, 2025
    Holdsworth Campsite Holdsworth Campsite, Carterton, New Zealand

    An unrelenting course, taking you across the tops of the Tararua ranges, that will fill you with pride upon completion. Enjoy the atmosphere of a traditional NZ mountain race, steeped in history. Jumbo HoldsworthHooper LoopDistance24km12kmVert (m)1500500Gradient6.3%4.2%GRADIENT FACTORHarshTough

  • February 2025

  • Sat 15

    Tarawera Ultra-Trail

    February 15, 2025
    Rotorua Rotorua, New Zealand

    Whether you choose the T21, T50, T102 or the TMiler, you will enjoy a point-to-point course, on mostly non-technical, runnable terrain. Our courses and generous cut-off times are deliberately designed with the aim of seeing runners of all abilities reach the finish line. Every course is also designed to capture the stunning and diverse landscapes […]

  • March 2025

  • Sat 8

    Blazing Hills

    March 8, 2025
    Tongariro National Park Tongariro National Park, Ohakune, New Zealand

    Blazing Hills is a new trail run/walk event hosted on private property in the heart of the Waimarino. Take the opportunity to experience trails on the vast hill country, which is varied, scenic and has hills that just keep on coming! Expect hills! All our courses are designed to challenge the quads, except for the […]

  • Sat 15

    The Wild Kiwi

    March 15, 2025
    Whangarei Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand

    The Northpower Wild Kiwi will take you into one of the most scenic landscapes in New Zealand – the Whangarei Heads. The Whangarei Heads is iconic New Zealand – you’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere in the world quite like it. The views go for days and the trails will knock your running socks off! […]

  • April 2025

  • Sat 12

    Tararua Mountain Race

    April 12, 2025

    Tararua Mountain race 20 per cent chance of sun, 10 per cent chance of no wind, 100 per cent chance of blood, sweat and tears.Race the historic tramping route The Southern Crossing, with the support of LandSAR Southern CrossingKime ClimbField DashDistance36km24km13kmVert (m)23001300770Gradient6.4%5.4%5.9%GRADIENT FACTORHarshHarshHarsh

  • May 2025

  • Sat 3

    T42

    May 3, 2025
    Tongariro National Park Tongariro National Park, Ohakune, New Zealand

    One of New Zealand’s most iconic events, the award-winning Cheal T42 takes you into the crisp alpine air and pristine environs of the Tongariro National Park. Perfect for a weekend away with family or friends, the 2024 event offers several run and walk options for every age and ability + we are so stoked to […]

    $56 – $174
  • Sat 24

    Bay of Islands Trail Festival

    May 24, 2025
    Paihia Paihia, Northland, New Zealand

    The Hotprintz Bay of Islands Run/Walk Festival is the third event in the Sport Northland Run/Walk Series that is hosted by Sport Northland Events and is situated in the picturesque Bay of Islands. This iconic event offers a choice of four distances - 6km (Walk only) 8.7km (Run/Walk) 22km (Run Walk) and the new Trek […]

  • June 2025

  • Sun 8

    ATRS – Shakespear Regional Park

    June 8, 2025
    Auckland Auckland, New Zealand

    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 that they will love every minute! Shakespear's got it all - farmland, friendly animals, well-groomed single track, wider open trails, a waterfall, one or two […]

    $69 – $88
  • August 2025

  • Sat 9

    Run the Forest

    August 9, 2025
    Rotorua Rotorua, New Zealand

    Run The Forest is the only reason you need to get up and get going next winter. Three distances, run party vibes, and Rotorua’s unique geothermal and Redwood trails. Get the crew together and sign up for the coolest thing you’ll do this winter. Choose from our short, mid or long courses to not only […]

  • Sun 31

    ATRS – Riverhead Forest

    August 31, 2025
    Riverhead Forest Riverhead Forest, Auckland, New Zealand

    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! For the most part, this course is on a clay surface except for the metalled road sections. We recommend wearing shoes with sufficient tread or […]

    $69 – $88
  • September 2025

  • Sat 27

    Blue Lake 24hr Challenge

    September 27, 2025 - September 28, 2025

    A self-supported 24hr run around the Blue Lake in Rotorua. How many laps can you do?!

  • November 2025

  • Sat 1

    Remutaka Rail Trail Run

    November 1, 2025
    Remutaka Kaitoke Loop Rd, Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

    This is a fun run & walk on the Remutaka Rail Trail through the Remutaka Ranges. We start at 254m above sea level and cruise up a shallow gradient (<1 in 40) all the way to the turn around near the summit. This is a scenic and historic route that is a jewel in the […]

    $30 – $65
  • December 2025

  • Sat 6

    Pirongia Trail Run

    December 6, 2025
    Pirongia Pirongia, New Zealand

    The PTR is Waikato's community-based trail event, offering a challenge for all ages and abilities on the mighty Pirongia maunga. The PTR team are in it to share a good time. If you want to take on some of the course records, brilliant! You're equally brilliant if you just want to cruise up and roll […]

    $45 – $120
  • January 2026

  • Sat 10

    Ian Priest Memorial Hutt River Trail Event

    January 10

    Run or walk an off-road Ultramarathon, Marathon, Half Marathon or 10Km, following the course from Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, over the Rail Trail, tracing the Hutt River trail, from the foothills of the Rimutaka Mountains at Kaitoke to the river’s estuary at McEwan Park on the shores of Wellington Harbour. The Ian Priest Memorial […]

  • Sat 17

    The Goat Adventure Run

    January 17

    The Goat is an exhilarating adventure run from Whakapapa to Turoa Ski Fields on the Round the Mountain track, traversing the western slopes of Mount Ruapehu. The 20 kilometre (approx.) course has over 1,000 metres of vertical ascent and covers amazing terrain. Pass by stunning scenery ranging from ancient lava flows and scoria fields, mountain beech forest, tussock grasslands, and […]

  • March 2026

  • Sat 21

    Hunua Hillbilly

    March 21
    Hunua Ranges Auckland, New Zealand

    Challenge yourself to Auckland’s toughest Ultramarathon, Trail Marathon or 22km Run/Walk!Come and join us for a beautifully brutal trail journey through the Hunua Ranges’ stunning native bush and experience an event like no other. Tackle the original 60km Ultramarathon, a course which demands some serious respect! Or join us for the Trail Marathon or 22km […]

  • Sun 22

    Peak Trail Blazer

    March 22

    The PTB is a great event which involves people from all aspects of the community and gives back in a meaningful way.It’s great to have an event which is enjoyable and relevant for the kids right through to the vet runners – everyone can get something out of it. And I shouldn’t forget to mention […]

    $20 – $40
  • Sat 28

    Tussock Traverse

    March 28

    This is one beast of a trail running and walking event held in the tongariro national park. Tussock Traverse21km12km6kmDistance32km21km12km6kmVert (m)60010000Gradient1.9%0.5%0%0%GRADIENT FACTORRunnableFlatFlatFlat

  • Sat 28

    The Riverhead Backyard ReLaps Ultra

    March 28
    Riverhead Forest Riverhead Forest, Auckland, New Zealand

    The Riverhead Backyard ReLaps Ultra Who will be New Zealands’ Last Person Standing? Complete one 6.7km lap within an hour, restart again on the hour….continue…until only one person is left to complete a lap. A Backyard Ultra is a type of ultramarathon where participants run laps of a set course of 6.706 metres (4.167 miles) and they […]

    $140
  • Sat 28

    Flight of the Kōkako Trail Run

    March 28
    Te Puke Te Puke, New Zealand

    Paraiti Catchment Care Group's Flight of the Kōkako Trail Run on 28 March 2026 is an adventurous off road run in the Te Ranga district of Te Puke. With distances of 5km, 10km, 16km and 21km, there is something for everyone. The course traces the path of the Kōkako through native forest, creek beds and […]

  • Sat 28

    Triple Peaks

    March 28
    Hawkes Bay Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

    Three Peaks, One Epic Challenge Triple Peaks is Hawke’s Bay’s iconic endurance event, challenging runners, walkers and mountain bikers to take on the region’s three legendary peaks – Mt Kahuranaki, Te Mata Peak, and Kōhinurākau / Kōhinerākau / Mt Erin. It’s a celebration of adventure, community and the stunning landscapes that make our region unique.

  • Sun 29

    Waitārere Forest Run

    March 29

    Explore Waitārere Forest with flat easy running and walking as you wind your way through the impressive pines and finish in the famous Event village. Pick a distance to suit you and challenge yourself with our 21km half marathon, 10km, 5km or 2km fun run. The forest provides the perfect mix of running terrain while […]

  • April 2026

  • Sat 11

    Martinborough Skyline Challenge

    April 11

    A serious run or bike ride in some of Wairarapa’s best hill country A scenic walk or run in beautiful surroundings to complete (or counteract!) a Martinborough weekend of great food & drink A family day out with sun and open-air exercise with some of the best views in the region…

  • Sat 11

    North Shore 24 Hour

    April 11

    24hr Running event 11 April 2026 – 9am – Lauderdale Reserve Come along and run/walk a 6.3km loop of the iconic Eskdale bush, Set your own goal and complete as many loops as you choose

  • Sun 12

    Porirua Grand Traverse

    April 12
    Porirua Porirua, Wellington, New Zealand

    This 17km Mountain Run really is something special. Taking you to the highest point in the region, it offers a taste of almost every type of running from native bush tracks, private farm lands and hidden coastal beaches with views over Porirua, Mana Island and Cook Strait. It starts from HQ and runs through Porirua […]

  • Sat 18

    Waitomo Trail Run

    April 18
    Waikato Waikato, New Zealand

    The Hits Waitomo Trail Run Experience Waitomo like you never have before! Walkers, runners and children of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join this underground, overground adventure through caves, native bush, canyons and farmland. Choose from 5, 11, 23 or 35km and experience breathtaking scenery as you run through the landscape Sir Peter Jackson […]

  • Sat 18

    Kaukau Skyline Traverse

    April 18

    Run With NZ's BestRight in Your Backyard New Zealand Mountain Running Championships / Kaukau Skyline Traverse

  • Sat 25

    Faultline Ultra

    April 25 - April 26

    An epic journey that weaves through the best trails from Kāpiti, the Hutt river trail, Belmont, Porirua, Karori and Wellington City. InsanityThe Worlds EndShake and BakeAfter ShockDistance160km100km50km24kmVert (m)480829661607728Gradient3%3%3.2%3.0%GRADIENT FACTORBumpyBumpyBumpyBumpy

  • May 2026

  • Sun 10

    XTRAIL West Wind

    May 10

    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 access to over 25km of trails up amongst one of the most advanced wind farms in the world. High quality trails with more variety than […]

    $55
  • Sun 10

    Run the Bay

    May 10

    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

  • Sun 17

    Auckland Trail Run Series: Tāwharanui

    May 17

    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 wetlands. The park is a very successful wildlife sanctuary, so the bird life is incredible too! There is plenty of elevation to keep you honest, […]

  • Sat 23

    The Taniwha

    May 23

    An extraordinary journey along the Waikato River Trails

  • Sun 24

    XTRAIL Woolshed

    May 24

    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 fair amount of open well formed tracks. It’s a solid run, with a bit of climbing, but worthwhile for the views. This venue is everything […]

  • Sat 30

    Kings Backyard Ultra

    May 30 - May 31

    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. […]

  • June 2026

  • Sat 6

    XTRAIL Starlight Wainui

    June 6

    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 for most and new way to explore Wellington’s great trails. We’ll keep the tracks nice and sure underfoot, and make sure you arrive home safe […]

  • Sun 7

    Auckland Trail Run Series: Hunua Ranges

    June 7

    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 or two to keep it interesting! Tucked in the breathtaking heart of this forest you’ll forget you are anywhere near the big city While the […]

  • Sun 21

    XTRAIL Red Rocks

    June 21

    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 you will not forget. A taxing climb at the start of the run sets you up for easy running (not you, Long Course runners, you […]

  • Sun 28

    Auckland Trail Run Series: Shakespear

    June 28

    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 that they will love every minute! Shakespear's got it all - farmland, friendly animals, well-groomed single track, wider open trails, a waterfall, one or two […]

  • July 2026

  • Sat 4

    Cougar Trail Run

    July 4

    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 away just behind the Tokoroa township, Cougar boasts 30km+ of purpose-built trails to keep you smiling all the way from start to finish. This is the […]

  • Sun 5

    XTRAIL Boulder Hill

    July 5

    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 of lush native bush, open ridgelines, and rolling farmland with epic views across the Wellington harbour, Hutt Valley, and out to the coast. The short […]

  • Sat 11

    The Possum Night Trail Run

    July 11

    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 […]

  • Sat 18

    WUU2K

    Featured July 18
    Wellington Wellington, New Zealand

    Get 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, with hills that will challenge even the most seasoned runners. With a variety of distances to choose from, our event is perfect for all skill […]

  • Sun 19

    Auckland Trail Run Series: Totara Park

    July 19

    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 as you run or walk through the trails and encounter some fast, hard single trails twisting their way throughout the green rolling hills. Just a […]

  • Sat 25

    Northland 100

    July 25

    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 into forestry land, offering a unique challenge through rolling hills, dense native bush, and wide-open logging roads. With a race village atmosphere at the forestry […]

  • August 2026

  • Sun 9

    Auckland Trail Run Series: Riverhead Forest

    August 9

    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! For the most part, this course is on a clay surface except for the metaled road sections. We recommend wearing shoes with sufficient tread or […]

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