Shotover Moonlight Marathon
The Shotover Moonlight Mountain Marathon & Trail Runs will be held on the 14 and 15 February 2025 - you will be able to experience the challenging and diverse terrain […]
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Queenstown Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand
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Pigs Backyard Ultra
Dunedin Dunedin, New ZealandPigs Backyard Ultra are run in the wonderful natural beauty of Silverstream reserve, Dunedin. The loop includes a trail beside a water race, a bit of mud, a few stream […]
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Old Ghost Ultra
Westport Westport, West Coast, New ZealandThe Old Ghost Ultra is a creation of the not-for-profit Mokihinui-Lyell Backcountry Trust (MLBT) - the community group that built The Old Ghost Road. The Old Ghost Ultra has been created for […]
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Southern Lakes Ultra
Queenstown Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand7 DAY, 6 STAGE, MULTI DAY ULTRA, THROUGH THE STUNNING SOUTHERN LAKES IN CENTRAL OTAGO, NEW ZEALAND. This incredibly scenic Multi Day Ultra Marathon covers approx 250km, through some of […]
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3 Peaks Mountain Race
Dunedin Dunedin, New ZealandNamed after the three peaks of Flagstaff (668m), Swampy (739m) and Mt Cargill (676m), the 3 Peaks takes runners and walkers up some of Dunedin’s most beautiful trails through lush […]
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Mt Isthmus Traverse
Wanaka Wanaka, Otago, New ZealandThe Mt Isthmus Traverse off-road running event will take place on the privately owned Glen Dene Station in Lake Hawea on Saturday 9th November 2024. If you are up for […]
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Crush the Cargill
Bethunes Gully to Mt Cargill summit And up again… And down again… 100 Mile24hr ChallengeDistance160km8.5km (per lap)Vert (m)10830570 (per lap)Gradient6.8%6.8%GRADIENT FACTORHarshHarsh
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Aotearoa Ultra
The 101km Ultra will take in 4,055m of elevation throughout this great run. Starting at Little River Domain runners will head up Western Valley Road and over to Port Levy, […]
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Northburn 100
Where suffering is the prize and everyone's a winner! Northburn 100100km Ultra50km SkyrunThe MarathonDistance160km100km50km42kmVert (m)10,000630026002200Gradient6.3%6.3%5.2%5.2%GRADIENT FACTORHarshHarshHarshHarsh
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Paparoa Ultra
Paparoa National Park Greymouth, New ZealandPaparoa Ultra is a new community-driven endurance event celebrating the unique beauty and challenge of the Paparoa Track. Limited to 120 competitors, it offers a rare chance to run an […]
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The Wild West Backyard Ultra
Come and experience New Zealand’s most scenic Backyard Ultra, running between the ocean and the mountains, on the wild West Coast
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Only Fools and Horses
What kind of fool? The horse is celebrated for its speed as one of the world’s fastest land animals. A galloping racehorse can top 70km per hour. Only Fools and […]
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Carousel Backyard Ultra
Redefine your limits at the Carousel Backyard Ultra, the ultimate test of endurance, resilience and mental grit. Are you ready to face the ultimate endurance challenge?
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Routeburn Classic
The Arc'teryx Routeburn Classic is an adventure run over the world renowned Routeburn Track traversing through two New Zealand national parks. This exclusive event, limited to 400 athletes, takes place […]
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Skedaddle
Taking place at the majestic Island Hills Station, Skedaddle is one of the most well loved trail events on the calendar! With nature at the heart of the event, all […]
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Ultra Wanaka
Runnable, well maintained trails and multiple aid stations make this the perfect first ultra experience. Challenge yourself and earn every kilometre.
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Hanmer Half
A run like no other—towering 100-year-old trees, crisp alpine air, and golden autumn colours set the scene for an unforgettable day on the trails. The Hanmer Half is fun, and […]
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South Island Ultra
Greymouth Greymouth, New ZealandThis run is limited to 600 participants on the day. This Ultra caters for the beginner through to the Elite Ultra Athlete looking to do their fastest time. The Trail […]
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Best Dam Backyard Ultra
The Best Dam Backyard Ultra starting on 9 May 2026 is a last one standing event based at Otematata Wetlands in Canterbury. A Backyard Ultra is a form of ultramarathon […]
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The Bay Trail Run
Nelson Nelson, New ZealandJoin us for the debut of our unique trail running event at Cable Bay, Nelson. With four distances to choose from, including a 10km taster and epic 55km ultra marathon, […]
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Canterbury Winter Trail Series: Willesden Farms
Event #1 in the series. Just 30 minutes from Christchurch, Willesden Farms at Kaituna Valley delivers a spectacular Banks Peninsula trail experience shaped by ancient volcanic landscapes, rolling ridgelines, and […]
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Kaiteriteri Gold
Milnes Beatson Half Marathon 21.1km The course offers a mix of running terrains including technical single track, easier single track and sections of forestry road. After 4km there is a […]
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Mt Difficulty Ascent
Cromwell Cromwell, Otago, New ZealandThis is an ADVENTURE RUN folks, the ‘adventure’ part means you can’t run all of this course. The serious stuff on this course is off track. There may be some sheep tracks but you'll be following bright orange/red wide trail marking tape - there will be plenty so no reason to get lost. Most of […]
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Canterbury Winter Trail Series: Mt Cass
Event #2 in the series. Located just five minutes north of Amberley, Mount Cass Station sits where the Waipara wine region meets the rugged Pacific coastline. This dramatic landscape is […]
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Mt Vernon Grand Traverse
Mt Vernon Grand Traverse, an 18km hill run up Mt Vernon following the boundaries of the Wither Hills Farm park. With 950 metres of climbing and ascent to 422 metres […]
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McLeans Forest Trail
Christchurch Christchurch, New ZealandThat’s right, we are coming to Christchurch! McLeans Islands is one of Christchurch’s hidden treasures! This course weaves in and out of beautiful old grown pine forest and along river […]
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Krayzie Midwinter Backyard Ultra
Christchurch Christchurch, New ZealandA Backyard Ultra is a form of ultramarathon race where competitors must consecutively run the distance of 6.706kms in less than one hour. When each lap is completed, the remaining time within the hour is used to recover and replenish for the next hours race. The race finishes when one person completes one more lap than […]
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Canterbury Winter Trail Series: Mt Torlesse
Event #3 in the series. Located just five minutes northeast of Springfield, at the base of the incredible Mount Torlesse, this venue delivers a classic Canterbury high-country trail experience. Runners […]
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Mackenzie Half Marathon
The Fairlie Lions Mackenzie Half Marathon is a one-of-a-kind trail event set in the stunning Fairlie Basin, New Zealand. With spectacular mountain views, river trails, gravel roads, and hill climbs, […]
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Hydro Half Marathon
Te Anau Te Anau, Southland, New ZealandSpectacular backdrops, stunning scenery and a vibe that can’t be beaten – it has to be the Meridian Hydro Half Marathon. The annual event was created in 2019 by the […]
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Hanmer Springs Backyard Ultra
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 must finish each loop in less than an hour. […]
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Canterbury Winter Trail Series: Inverary Station
Event #4 in the series, the final event for 2026. Located just 15 minutes west of Mount Somers Village, at the base of the Moorhouse and Peter Ranges, Inverary Station […]
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Forest Run Fest
Christchurch Christchurch, New ZealandA morning for all levels of walkers and runners, get out there, compete and breath in the fresh forest air with your family and friends! With 4 epic race distances to choose from, experience Bottle Lake Forest in all of it's glory! The Forest Run Fest 2023 was epic and it's back again for 2024! […]
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Great Naseby Water Race
This unique ultramarathon event takes place near Naseby - the highest town in New Zealand at 2000ft above sea level. Naseby is 15km north-west by road from Ranfurly and 145km north-west (via Middlemarch) from Dunedin. The race is held on the last weekend of August each year. Originally the Water Race was built for gold […]
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Lake Dunstan Trail Marathon
Cromwell Cromwell, Otago, New Zealand42.2km from Historic Clyde to the Cromwell Heritage Precinct via the stunning Lake Dunstan Cycling and Walking Trail. The trail is a well groomed, firm packed, cycle trail surface. About […]
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Scenic Circles Backyard Ultra
Timaru Timaru, New ZealandThe Backyard Ultra format is simple:Run 6.7056 kilometers every hour, on the hour until you are the last person standing. All you need to do is be in the corral at the start of every hour for the bell and be back in time for the next bell. “Just one more” as easy as that.
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Race Tekapo Trail Festival
Lake Tekapo Lake Tekapo, New ZealandRace Tekapo is an exciting destination race located in the heart of Lake Tekapo, where you can indulge in stunning lake and mountain views, relax and soak in local hot […]
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Brighton’s Backyard Ultra
Dunedin Dunedin, New ZealandA Backyard Ultra in Brighton, Dunedin to fundraise for King's High School. 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 must […]
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Marina 2 Marina
Picton Picton, New ZealandMarina 2 Marina is a scenic annual running event in the heart of the Marlborough Sounds. This unique competition utilises the picturesque trails between Picton, Waikawa and Anakiwa. With a […]
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Rakiura Challenge Trail Run
Stewart Island Stewart Island, New ZealandA 32km trail race around the Rakiura Track - one of the most varied and diverse trails in New Zealand on the southern-most Great Walk. The Rakiura Track show-cases a unique environment that spans from one coast of Stewart Island to the other through dense forest to epic coast! Rakiura, the Māori name for Stewart […]
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4 Paws Marathon
Finally, a chance to run with your best friend! The 4 Paws Marathon is a fun and relaxed walk/run event within Bottle Lake Forest and along the beaches of Christchurch. The event is a dream inspired by a passionate Sport & Exercise Doctor and hence is a celebration of ‘exercise as medicine’. It is a […]
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Orokonui Challenge
Test yourself over our tough 18.7km course as you run over volcanoes, along beautiful coast, and through the protected Orokonui nature reserve. All participants can feel a sense of achievement […]
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Whiskey Creek Challenge
Based at Dolamore Park, just 10 minutes from Gore, in beautiful native bush, running loops around the 5km Whiskey Creek trail. We have 4 events that will push you to […]
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Crater Rim Ultra
With stunning hill, city, and harbour views and a variety of courses to suit all abilities, the Crater Rim Ultra is fast becoming a must-do event on the NZ Trail […]
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Teetotal Traverse
Nelson Lakes Nelson Lakes, New ZealandThere are courses suitable for a seasoned trail runner or a beginner wanting to try trail running. There are three distances to choose from. Each course takes runners and walkers […]
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Kaikōura Mountains to the Sea
Kaikōura Kaikōura, New ZealandKaikо̄ura Mountains to the Sea is a community-focused event, open to participants of all ages. An event running around Kaikoura's iconic peninsula and up towards Mt Fyffe. Categories from marathon, half marathon, 10km and 5km. We also have a team event in the 42km - 4 person relay (each running 10ish km). This is Kaikoura […]
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Mission Mt Somers
Start and finish at the Staveley Store. The run is based around the Mt Somers DOC walking track. The nearest town to provide accommodation and facilities is Methven. Somers MarathonHalf Marathon10kDistance42km21km10kmVert (m)1400700100Gradient3.3%3.3%1%GRADIENT FACTORBumpyBumpyRunnable
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Lochmara Half Marathon
Picton Picton, New ZealandThe excitement in the air, as we all queue to board the two handsome passenger catamarans at the Beachcomber wharf this November the 9th, we will have all the anticipation […]
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Arrowtown Backyard Ultra
Arrowtown Arrowtown, Otago, New ZealandSat 9 Nov 2024 9am until the last person is standing! Butler Green (Event Village) & Arrow River Trail (Course) The event SOLD OUT in 2 days and there’s a long waitlist. If you want to be emailed before entries open for the 2025 event, then you can join the WAITLIST. How far do you […]
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Riversea Ultra
How far can you run without crossing a “proper” road whilst staying within a few hundred metres of a waterway ~ river, lagoon, ocean or stream, and offering a variety […]