13 sports events
2026 Volcanic Epic MTB Stage Race
image descriptionTaupo | Tokoroa | Rotorua Waikato

RIDE. RELAX. REPEAT. Welcome to the Shimano Volcanic Epic — the ultimate five-day mountain bike stage race set amidst the geothermal wonders of New Zealand’s North Island.

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Harcourts HB Triple Peaks Challenge 2026
image descriptionHavelock North Hawkes Bay

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 Mt Erin.

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The Wild West Backyard Ultra 2026
image descriptionHokitika West Coast

A unique Backyard Ultra between the sea and the Southern Alps. 1 loop. 1 hour. Run till you drop. Friendly, grassroots, and stunningly scenic. Capped at 150 runners.

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The Mackenzie by Devold 2026
image descriptionLake Tekapo Canterbury

With a history best suited to a movie plot, the Mackenzie Region is bursting with legendary stories. The Mackenzie by Devold is an ode to the farming background in this majestic country. MTB, Gravel Bike, E Bike options, and a range of distances to suit everyone.

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Porirua Grand Traverse 2026
image descriptionKai Tahi Foodhall, Porirua Wellington

Established in 2006, the “PGT” is a wide reaching festival of fitness showcasing Porirua’s spectacular hills, harbour and coastline.

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Hanmer Half 2026
image descriptionHanmer Springs Canterbury

Four Square Hanmer Half - Hanmer Springs

Love Every Step

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.

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Run Akaroa 2026
image descriptionAkaroa Canterbury

Join us for an unforgettable experience in the beautiful Akaroa Harbour. Each course hugs the rim of an ancient volcano; over looking the sparkling waters of the Akaroa Harbour to the right, and the South Pacific Ocean to the left.

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2026 Highlander MTB Challenge - by Whaka 100
image descriptionRotorua Bay of Plenty

Highlander MTB Challenge by Whaka 100 Experience the thrill of New Zealand’s premier point-to-point mountain bike race! The Highlander MTB Challenge takes you from the geothermal wonderland of Te Puia, past the iconic Pohutu Geyser, through Rotorua’s legendary Whakarewarewa Forest trails, and finishes at the serene shores of Lake Tikitapu.

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Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon 2026
image descriptionSky Stadium Wellington

The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon has been the Capital City’s favourite footrace for almost 40 years.

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Run The Forest 2026
image descriptionRotorua Bay of Plenty

Run The Forest is the New Zealand's 1# winter fun run everyone's talking about! Three distances to run or walk, party vibes from start to finish and Rotorua’s unique geothermal and Redwood trails. Get the crew together and sign up for the coolest thing you’ll do this winter.

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The Henderson Shuffle 2026
image descriptionHenderson Park, 41 Wilsher Cresent, Henderson, 0612 Auckland

Have you looked at ultra distance running events and wanted to give it a go? Do you feel you would miss the time cut off? Well then this is the perfect event for you. Join us on Sunday 27th of September for what should be an epic adventure.

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Coastal Five 2026
image descriptionNew Plymouth Taranaki

5 Events | 2 Days | 42. 2km

Run one. Or run them all. Nau mai, haere mai to New Zealand’s boldest running challenge. The Taranaki Coastal Five isn’t your standard “run in a straight line and hope for the best” kind of event.

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Fine Signs Crazyman 2026
image descriptionLower Hutt Wellington

2026 marks the 35th running of Wellington’s oldest multisport event. Based around the icon outdoor elements of Wellington's Hutt City this 54k scenic tour showcases the hills, beaches, harbour and river that make our Capital the outdoor wonderland that it is.

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