What’s on

With a refreshed start and a stunning new finish line right beside the Novotel, the Red Stag full marathon offers an unforgettable journey through Rotorua's scenic beauty. The NZCT Half Marathon starts by the beautiful Okere Falls before following part of the full marathon’s route. The new Go Media 12km introduces an all-new course starting at Te Puia, where participants will journey through the iconic Pohutu Geyser to the Rotorua lakefront finish. The EVES 5km also unveils a brand-new route, taking runners through the breathtaking sulphur flats.
For a magical ending, the Runway5 lights up the Rotorua Airport runway under the stars, with exciting new Runway Mile options. Join us for an extraordinary celebration of running!

Acts as the New Zealand Marathon Championships. 

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2km laps - cross-country.

Grass, gravel tracks, mostly flat to undulating with one sharp uphill & downhill. Log jumps and a water jump. Course marked with red & white flags. Go through ‘gate’ when two flags are set together or up to 5 metres either side if flags set alone. Failing to follow the correct course may result in disqualification. 

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