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  • October 2026

  • Sat 3

    Marina 2 Marina

    October 3
    Picton Picton, New Zealand

    Marina 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 variety of walking or running courses to choose from, this event is suitable for all levels of fitness.  The four courses take you through native […]

  • Sat 3

    Rakiura Challenge Trail Run

    October 3
    Stewart Island Stewart Island, New Zealand

    A 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 […]

  • Sun 4

    4 Paws Marathon

    October 4

    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. […]

  • Sat 10

    Orokonui Challenge

    October 10

    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 […]

  • Sat 17

    Whiskey Creek Challenge

    October 17

    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 […]

  • Sun 18

    Crater Rim Ultra

    October 18

    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 […]

  • Sun 18

    Teetotal Traverse

    October 18
    Nelson Lakes Nelson Lakes, New Zealand

    There 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 […]

  • Sat 24

    Kaikōura Mountains to the Sea

    October 24
    Kaikōura Kaikōura, New Zealand

    Kaikо̄ura 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, […]

  • Sat 31

    Mission Mt Somers

    October 31

    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 […]

    $30 – $150
  • November 2026

  • Sat 7

    Lochmara Half Marathon

    November 7
    Picton Picton, New Zealand

    The 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 of the previous 9 half marathons.  The 1 hour cruise to the start line at Anakiwa has a unique energy. As we motor out of […]

    $110
  • Sat 7

    Arrowtown Backyard Ultra

    November 7 - November 8
    Arrowtown Arrowtown, Otago, New Zealand

    Sat 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 […]

  • Sat 14

    Riversea Ultra

    November 14

    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 […]

  • Sat 21

    The Molesworth Run

    November 21
    Canterbury Canterbury, New Zealand

    The 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 […]

    $75
  • December 2026

  • Fri 4

    The Spectacle

    December 4 - December 6

    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 […]

  • Sat 5

    The Kepler Challenge

    December 5

    New Zealand’s Premier Mountain run

  • March 2027

  • Sat 6

    Motatapu

    March 6, 2027

    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 […]

  • Sat 13

    Run Mt Hutt

    March 13, 2027

    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 […]

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