New Zealand
My Next Challenge helps you find your next running event in New Zealand. Whether you are looking for a fun run for the family, your next marathon or half marathon, ultra-distance run, trail run, bucket list runs through vineyards, along beaches or up mountains, challenge yourself, be inspired and get active!
69 Run events
Hikoikoi Reserve, Petone, Lower Hutt Wellington
The Hutt Marathon will take place on the 15th of September 2024. Distances available include a 5km fun run, 10km, Half Marathon and full Marathon. The Half Marathon, 10km and 5km can also be walked.
Whangarei Northland
The Whangarei Run/Walk Festival takes place on the 15th of September 2024. The event includes a half marathon, 8. 5km and 4km fun run and walk as part of the Sport Northland Run/Walk Series.
Kerikeri Northland
Run, Wheelie (wheel chair), Run/Walk, Competitive Walk or just walk! We have you covered!
The Kerikeri Half Marathon will take place on the 16th of September 2024. The Kerikeri Half Marathon is flat and fast and offers Half Marathon and 5km distances.
Picton School, Kent Street, Picton Nelson Marlborough Tasman
The Queen Charlotte Relay is one of the oldest road relays held in New Zealand and still running on a State Highway. Taking place on the 21st of September 2024, the event is a 5 leg relay from Picton to Havelock and is open to runners and walkers.
Lake Tekapo Canterbury
Race Tekapo will return in 2024 on the 21st of September!
The event is an exciting destination race taking place in the heart of Tekapo. Enjoy breathtaking lake and mountain views while running through Lake Tekapo, Mt John and the Regional Park.
Lake Tikitapu, Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The Blue Lake 24 Hour Challenge returns on the 28-29th September 2024. The course is a clockwise 6km around the beautiful Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake) in Rotorua. Participants can run as little or as much as they choose up to 24 hours.
Te Awanga Hawkes Bay
The Cole Murray Cape Kidnappers Trail Run will take place on the 28th of September 2024. The Cole Murray Cape Kidnappers Trail Run offers a 34km, half marathon, 15km and 6km trail run or walk through stunning Cape Kidnappers in the Hawkes Bay.
Kai Iwi Lakes Pine Park Camp Ground Northland
The 3 Lakes Trail Run is organised by Sport Northland takes place at the stunning Kai Iwi Lakes on the 5th of October 2024. Offering half marathon, 12km and 5km distance options, the 3 Lakes Trail Run caters to the whole family.
Stewart Island
Held annually amongst the pure wildness of Rakiura National Park, this event brings a high buzz to the small Stewart Island community whereby the population on the Island doubles in size over the weekend.
Bottle Lake Forest, Christchurch Canterbury
Finally, a chance to run with your best friend! An off road walking/running event set in the beautiful Bottle Lake Forest and beaches of Christchurch. The 4 Paws Marathon is a dream inspired by a passionate Sport & Exercise Doctor who loves running with his dogs.
Abel Tasman Nelson Marlborough Tasman
If there's one event to put on the list for the run of a lifetime, it's the Abel Tasman Coastal Classic. Come stride into paradise. The Abel Tasman Coastal Classic first began in 1994 and quickly became one of New Zealand's most popular Trail Runs.
Taupo Waikato
The Taupo Ultramarathon is a 100km run across a network of interconnected trails alongside beautiful Lake Taupo. The 100km challenge is also open to teams. In addition, there are a number of additional entry options such as the 70km run as well as 50km and 24km run or walk.
Te Puru Puru Park, Beachlands Auckland
The Rotary ALLFIT Coastal Run, is taking place on the 20th of October 2024. The Rotary ALLFIT Coastal Run is a community event organized by the Rotary Club of Pohutukawa Coast Inc.
Waihi Waikato
After the unfortunate cancellation of Trail Trilogy 2023, the event will be back on the 20th of October 2024. The event is a trail running event held along the Hauraki Rail Trail with all distances finishing in Waihi.
Te Ara Tahuna Estuary Walkway, Orewa Auckland
Run Orewa takes place on the 20th of October 2024. The event has distances for runners of all abilities; 2km, 5km, 10km & 15km and is the first race in the North Shore Run Series.
Kaikoura Canterbury
The Kaikōura Mountains to the Sea will return in 2024 on the 26th of October. The Kaikōura Mountains to the Sea run is a joint fundraising event for Kaikoura High School and the Kaikoura Lions.
Waipukurau A&P Showgrounds, River Terrace, Waikpukurau Hawkes Bay
Hawkes Bay's only backyard ultra! Run as many of the 6. 7km laps as you can. Entry is free although koha is greatly appreciated. All profits from the event will be donated to the Waipukurau Rotary River Pathways Trust.
Mt Somers Canterbury
Mission Mt Somers is taking place on the 2nd of November 2024. The event is an annual trail running event held in Canterbury based around the Mt Somers DOC walking track.
Martinborough Wellington
Round the Vines is the biggest small school fundraiser in NZ!
Last year 14,250 fund-raising kilometres were walked and run - with the course going through Martinborough School, so you can see some of what RTV has given pupils and the community.
Victoria Park Auckland
The Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Marathon will take place on the 3rd of November 2024. Distances offered include Marathon, Half Marathon, 11km, 5km Family and a Kids Marathon and Wheelchair Marathon.
North Hagley Park, Christchurch Canterbury
The Corporate Challenge Christchurch is taking place on the 6th of November 2024. The Corporate Challenge is a 5km run, jog or walk organised exclusively for businesses and organisations. The second in the Corporate Challenge series takes place in Christchurch at North Hagley Park.
Queen Charlotte Sounds Nelson Marlborough Tasman
The annual Lochmara Lodge Half Marathon will take place on the 9th of November 2024. The event offers 22km of running the beautiful Queen Charlotte Track. The course finishes at Lochmara lodge with lunch before your boat trip back to Picton.
Lake Hawea Otago
The Mt Isthmus Traverse, will take place on the 9th of November 2024. The Mt Isthmus Traverse off-road running event will take place on the privately owned Glen Dene Station in Lake Hawea.
Tauranga Yacht and Power Boat Club, Tauranga Bay of Plenty
The City to Surf Tauranga - Mt Maunganui Fun Run Walk will return on the 10th of November 2024. The event offers a half marathon, 11km and 5km. All distances can be run or walked.
Waitangi Park Wellington
The Corporate Challenge is a 5km run, jog or walk organised exclusively for businesses and organisations. The first event in the Corporate Challenge series takes place in Wellington on Wednesday the 13th of November 2024 at Waitangi Park.
Queenstown Otago
The Queenstown Marathon will return on the 16th of November 2024.
Molesworth Station Nelson Marlborough Tasman
The Molesworth Run, is due to take place on the 16th of November 2024. The Molesworth Station is New Zealand's largest high country station and is located in the upper half of the South Island.
New Plymouth Taranaki
A running festival like no other where you can experience a new spin on the classic marathon with the chance to finish a marathon event in 5 events over 2 days. Race one or race them all to become a Coastal Five legend in New Plymouth, Taranaki.
Hamilton Waikato
Lugton's Round the Bridges will return on Sunday 17th of November 2024.
The Domain Auckland
Corporate Challenge Auckland is taking place on the 20th of November 2024. The Corporate Challenge is a 5km run, jog or walk organised exclusively for businesses and organisations.
Hobsonville Auckland
Run the Point is back and due to take place on the 24th of November 2024!
Run the Point is the second race in the North Shore Run Series.
Taupo Waikato
Poronui Passage is a luxury trail and mountain bike event held in a back-country station set in the foothills of the Kaimanawa Mountain Ranges, just 40 minutes from Taupo. The event offers a marathon distance trail run and a half marathon run or walk.
Hanmer Springs Forest Camp Canterbury
The Hanmer Holiday Homes Alpine Marathon, Half Marathon and 10km races return on the 7th of December 2024. The Alpine Marathon Run has a 7 hour cut off time and includes 350m of elevation. The half marathon and 10km distances can be run or walked.
Kepler Track, Fiordland Southland
The Kepler Challenge takes place on the 7th of December 2024. The event will take place on the beautiful Kepler Track within Fiordland National Park. The course is 60km long with a total ascent and descent of 1350m.
Waihi Waikato
Trail Challenge Waihi will take place on the 7th of December 2024. Trail Challenge Waihi is a trail run or walk through the beautiful Karangahake Gorge. The event includes a number of distance options for runners and walkers including 8. 2km, 13.
Omaha Auckland
The Omaha Half Marathon is back and taking place on the 8th of December 2024. The Omaha Half Marathon offers a Half Marathon, 10km and 5km run / walk and a 2km kids dash.
Wither Hills, Blenheim Nelson Marlborough Tasman
Run or walk or both this popular 10k hill race in the Wither Hills farm park, Blenheim.
Hanmer Springs Canterbury
The James Great Southern Alps Miler 2025 event will take place on the 17th and 18th of January.
The Great Southern Alps Miler is 100 miles of some the most sublime and superb big mountain landscapes NZ is world famous for.
Mount Maunganui Bay of Plenty
The Mount Festival Half Marathon is taking place January 18th 2025. The Mount Festival Half Marathon offers a Half Marathon, 10km and 5km and boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic and picturesque scenery.
Mount Maunganui Bay of Plenty
The Mount Festival of Multisport includes an AquaBike event. The event features a 2km swim followed by a 90km bike ride. The swim is in the sheltered harbour and the ride follows the same course as the Tauranga Half.
Hanmer Springs Canterbury
The James Homestead Half will take place on the 18th of January 2025. The James Homestead Half is an achievable 21km high country run, based around the St James Station homestead and the Mountainman/Alpine Adventure run stage. To enter or for more information check out the website at https://stjamesmountainsports.
Hanmer Springs Canterbury
Em's Power Cookies The James Stampede Ultra 2025 returns on the 18th of January. Come run with "The Wild Things".
Hanmer Springs Canterbury
Come run with "The Wild Things".
Navy Fields, Devonport Auckland
Run Devonport is race three of the Harcourts Cooper & Co North Shore Run Series. The course is flat and fast and distance options include 15km, 10km and 5km as well as a 2km kids dash.
Ben Lomond Otago
The Shotover Moonlight Marathon & Trail Running events are held annually on the challenging and diverse terrain of Ben Lomond Station near Queenstown.
Rotorua Bay of Plenty
Tarawera Ultra Trail New Zealand will take place from the 15-16th of February 2025. Tarawera Ultra Trail New Zealand offers a half marathon, 50km, 102km as well as the 100 Mile Endurance Run.
Devonport Auckland
The Cargo Plus Coastal Challenge is taking place on the 15th of February 2025. This event gives participants the chance to run, walk, wade, and rock hop all the way down Auckland’s extraordinary North Shore coastline.
Queenstown Otago
Traversing the absolutely stunning ridges and valleys of the Harris Mountain Range between Wānaka and Arrowtown. The mountain run track covers 52km of exposed and physically challenging back-country terrain across the Motatapu and Soho Stations on an old travellers' route that is steeped in New Zealand history.
Queenstown Otago
This iconic trail run or walk is through the magnificent Motatapu, Soho, and Glencoe Stations.
Arrowtown Otago
A spectacular loop from Arrowtown, ascending the historic Tobin's Track up onto the Crown Terrace before entering the magnificent Glencoe Station. The Motatapu is a hugely enjoyable and social event, famous for its relaxed southern vibe and huge comradery. For more information visit www. motatapu. com