Events
Thinking you'd like to participate in an event, but don't know what's out there?
Check out our list of what's coming up in and around the Waikato Region.
Whether you've participated in lots of organised activities or you're just starting out, these events are sure to get you out there and active! There's something to suit everyone, so grab some friends or family members, head along and try something new!
Park Run
A great community event to get involved in. This entails a 5km run/walk and it's FREE to participate. All you need to do is a one off online registration with Park Run. Then make sure you take your barcode along to each event you participate in to receive your Park Run time. These are run weekly every Saturday morning at 8am.
There are four venue options in the Waikato region.
Park Run Cambridge - Avantidrome, 15 Hanlin Road, Cambridge
Park Run Hamilton Lake - Common Innes, Hamilton
Park Run University of Waikato - Gate One, Knighton Road, Hamilton East, Hamilton
Park Run Taupo - Two Mile Bay Reserve, Mapou Road, Taupo
Want to enquire about registering an event?
Upcoming Events
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Taupo Marathon
One of New Zealand's longest standing events with Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km and a kids dash distance options. Suitable for all ages, abilities and families!
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Winter Forest Festival - Trail Run Rotorua
Get out there and wear your brightest clothing as you take part in the fun and friendly 6km or 12km forest fun run/walk or. for the little more adventurous, try the 22km trail run.
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Tough Gal Team Challenge - Rotorua
In association with the ever popular Tough Guy and Gal Challenge a new WOMENS ONLY team challenge has been introduced! This event is tailored for teams of three to take on the 6km course full of natural and man-made obstacles.
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Craters Trail Run - Taupo
This is winter XC Racing at it's absolute best! The courses are designed to showcase some of the 80km of single track network available in Craters MTB Park!
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Race Track Run - Hampton Downs
Ever wanted to run around a race track?! Well this is your opportunity and you definitely don't want to miss out! How many laps of the 2.7km National Track at Hampton Downs can you complete in two hours?
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