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!
49 Run events
The Dual Mototapu-Rangitoto Traverse is back and due to take place on the 6th of April 2024. If this has been on your bucket list, time to get involved as 2024 will be the last running of the event.
Mt Oxford Odyssey will take place on the 6th of April 2024.
Mt Oxford Odyssey offers a 15km Trail Run or Tramp, a 21km Half Marathon Run or Tramp over the mountain, a 33km Mountain Challenge, or the 50km Mountain Ultramarathon.
The Waterfront Half Marathon will take place on the 7th of April 2024.
The Waterfront Half Marathon held in Mission Bay, Auckland is the final event in the Auckland Half Marathon Series.
The Routeburn Classic is an iconic ‘adventure run’ along New Zealand’s renowned Routeburn Track. This exclusive event, limited to 400 athletes, takes place annually in late April.
The Christchurch Marathon will return on the 21st of April 2024.
Inspired by the 1974 Commonwealth Games marathon, the Christchurch Marathon has been the South Island’s premier marathon event since 1981. The Christchurch Marathon is renowned as one of the fastest courses in the world.
The Old Forest Hanmer 100 will return on the 26-27th of April 2024. A fully achievable forest trail ultra-run, great for those wanting to try off road ultra's or step up to new distances for the first time but still enough to keep the old hands occupied.
The Hanmer Half Marathon will return on the 4th of May 2024. The Hanmer Half Marathon takes competitors on a unique journey through Hanmer Forest amongst amazing mountain scenery. This is a great pre race for the Christchurch Marathon. Distance options include the Half Marathon, 10km and 5km.
We Run the Night will return in 2024 on the 4th of May at Mount Maunganui. Choose from 5km, 10km and half marathon distances. Runners are encouraged to wear their own bright lights, to dress up and run the night along Mount Maunganui's iconic Marine Parade.
Australasia's oldest marathon event, the Rotorua Marathon will take place on the 4th of May 2024. The event offers a Marathon, Half Marathon as well as a 10km and 5. 5km run or walk.
The T42 will take place on the 4th of May 2024. The iconic event takes place in beautiful Tongariro National Park and offers trail run and walking options as well as a mountain bike or eBike off-road adventure.
The South Island Ultra Marathon will be held on the 11th of May 2024 on the West Coast Wilderness Trail on the West Coast of the South Island.
The Saint Clair Vineyard Half Marathon will take place on the 11th of May 2024. The Saint Clair Vineyard Half Marathon takes place amoungst the vineyards in the gorgeous Marlborough region in New Zealand. The event offers a 12km and Half Marathon to both runners and walkers.
The Manawatu Striders Marathon and Half Marathon will be held on the 12th of May 2024. The event offers a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km and 5km as well as a Kids MaraFun Race which has two distances available.
WhyWomenRun provides an event that encourages women of all ages, all walks of life and with varying levels of fitness, to enjoy the experience of completing a 5km or 10km race in a friendly, non-confrontational environment.
The Asics Hawke's Bay Marathon will take place on the 18th of May 2024. Distances on offer include a marathon, half marathon, 10km and kids run.
The Huntly Half Marathon will take place on the 19th of May 2024. The event includes a half marathon, 10km, 5km as well as a 2km kids run. All distances can be run or walked.
The Run Auckland is a series of 6 running events hosted at purpose-picked locations around Auckland to offer all types of runners a challenge. Race 1 in the series will take place on the 26th of May 2024 at Ambury Park.
The Possum Night Trail Run will take place on the 15th of June 2024. Grab your headtorch and run or walk 5km, 12km or 21km through the dark.
The Run Auckland is a series of 6 running events hosted at purpose-picked locations around Auckland to offer all types of runners a challenge. Race 2 in the series will take place on the 16th of June 2024 at Onepoto Domain.
The Sri Chinmoy Auckland Series is a series of eight running and walking events that take place in the Auckland Domain and War Memorial Park, Mt Roskill. Race Four of the series will take place on the 23rd of June in the Domain.
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon has been the Capital City’s favourite footrace for more than 35 years.
The Krayzie Midwinter Backyard Ultra will take place on the 29th and of June 2024. The event is a backyard ultra format. Participants must complete the 6. 7km lap in less than one hour, with the race finishing when one person completes one more lap than anyone else.
The Run Auckland is a series of 6 running events hosted at purpose-picked locations around Auckland to offer all types of runners a challenge. Race 3 in the series will take place on the 7th of July 2024 at Te Atatu Peninsula.
The WUU2K will take place on the 13th of July 2024. The WUU2K or 'Wellington Urban Ultra 2K', is a trail-running endurance event around the hills that surround New Zealand's capital city. The event offers a 21km, 43km and 65km Ultra Marathon.
The Sri Chinmoy Auckland Series is a series of eight running and walking events that take place in the Domain and War Memorial Park, Mt Roskill. Race Five of the series will take place at the Domain on the 14th of July. Distances available include Half Marathon, 10.
The Mackenzie Half Marathon will take place on the 20th of July 2024. The event offers a half marathon, 10km, a 5. 5km, and 2. 5km fun run for kids and grandparents. All distances can be run or walked.
The Run Auckland is a series of 6 running events hosted at purpose-picked locations around Auckland to offer all types of runners a challenge. Race 4 in the series will take place on the 28th of July 2024 at Western Springs.
Run The Forest is the only reason you need to get up and get going this winter. Three distances across Rotorua’s unique geothermal and Redwood trails. Expect on-course entertainment, finish line vibes, tunes, food and more.
The Sri Chinmoy Auckland Series is a series of eight running and walking events that take place in the Domain and War Memorial Park, Mt Roskill. Race Six of the series will take place on the 11th of August 2024 at the Domain. The course is a 1.
The Run Auckland is a series of 6 running events hosted at purpose-picked locations around Auckland to offer all types of runners a challenge. Race 5 in the series will take place on the 18th of August 2024 at Farm Cove, Pakuranga.
The Great Naseby Water Race will take place on August 28th 2024. The event is a series of ultra running events. Distances include 50, 60, 80, 100, 160, 200km and 200mile. Must be 18 years or older to participate.
The Run Auckland is a series of 6 running events hosted at purpose-picked locations around Auckland to offer all types of runners a challenge. Race 6 in the series will take place on the 8th of September 2023 at Millwater Estuary.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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. This event offers four distances including 5km, 10k, half marathon and marathon.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Queenstown Marathon will return on the 16th of November 2024.
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.
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.
The Walter Peak High Country Run will take place on the 22nd of March 2025. After crossing Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw, participants will depart at Walter Peak Station. On offer is a 10km and 5km trail run offering spectacular views of the lake and mountains.