McLeans Forest Trail
That’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 […]
30 events found.
South Island
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Christchurch Christchurch, New Zealand
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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The Molesworth Run
Canterbury Canterbury, New ZealandThe Molesworth Station is New Zealand’s largest high country station and is located in the upper half of the South Island. Our 84 km ultra running event runs from the […]
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The Spectacle
The spectacle has been created by runners, for all runners. From the mile to the 100 mile, the trails to the road, weekenders to olympians. Take on the challenge, then […]
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The Kepler Challenge
New Zealand’s Premier Mountain run
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Motatapu
Every year, for just one day, the pristine trails of Motatapu beckon thousands of enthusiasts to partake in one of New Zealand’s most beloved off-road sporting events. Join us on Saturday […]
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Run Mt Hutt
Get ready to challenge yourself at the Run Mt Hutt, where runners will take on one of New Zealand's most scenic and challenging courses. Whether you're tackling the 25km Full […]