The Riverhead Backyard ReLaps Ultra
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 […]
$140
50 events found.
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Riverhead Forest Riverhead Forest, Auckland, New Zealand
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Flight of the Kōkako Trail Run
Te Puke Te Puke, New ZealandParaiti 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 […]
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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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Triple Peaks
Hawkes Bay Hawkes Bay, New ZealandThree 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, […]
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Waitārere Forest Run
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 […]
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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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Dog Creek Timber Trail Ultra
Pure single track with the perfect balance of technical and runnable trail. Excellent course for those wanting to step up to these distances or try off road trail ultras for […]
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Martinborough Skyline Challenge
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 […]
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North Shore 24 Hour
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 […]
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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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Porirua Grand Traverse
Porirua Porirua, Wellington, New ZealandThis 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 […]
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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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Waitomo Trail Run
Waikato Waikato, New ZealandThe 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 […]
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Kaukau Skyline Traverse
Run With NZ's BestRight in Your Backyard New Zealand Mountain Running Championships / Kaukau Skyline Traverse
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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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Faultline Ultra
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
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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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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 […]
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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 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, […]
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The Taniwha
An extraordinary journey along the Waikato River Trails
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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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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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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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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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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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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 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 […]
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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 […]
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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 this is a challenging run!
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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 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 […]
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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 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 […]
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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 […]
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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 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 […]
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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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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! 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 […]