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Colour Zone Run (Festival) Sunday 22nd November 2026 Colour Zone Run (Festival) is just that, a Festival of Colour with heaps of Colour Zones throughout. At every Colour Zone you will be covered with Colour. Yes, this will be the most colourful event you will ever see and be in. There are colours from the rainbow plus many extras, this will be thrown, blasted and blown about throughout the run/walk. There will be colour throughout the run/walk/crawl - colour, colour, colour. You will be blasted with colour from all angles, or just get your mate or mates covered in colour. When we say blasted - we mean blasted - it will come at you from every angle.
Click here Krank It Monday 26th April 2027 Bottle Lake Forest Park What is Krank It? Krank It is a Children's and Women's Mountain Bike Race. You can enter as an Individual or Team of 2 Relay. Plus, the new category for 3-6 years, 2km bike with mum, no balance bike in this category children must be able to ride a pedal bike and be supported by mum. If more than one child and mum or grandma can't do it then dad can ride with the wee ones. No charge for Mum and the 3–6-year-old gets the medal.
parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.
Bridge to Bridge South
Bridge to Bridge South - Sunday 6th December 2026
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Bridge to Bridge North - Sunday 19th June 2027
Bridge to Bridge is two different events. The original Bridge to Bridge is held in December on the South Bank of the Waimakariri River and the Bridge to Bridge "North" is held in June on the North Bank of the Waimakariri River.
We also have a piece of mind cancellation insurance available for individual competitors, if you wish to purchase this. It covers a full refund of your entry fee in the case of cancellation of the event, whether it is for Force Majure, Disease or Pandemic. Refer Terms and Conditions for more information.
parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.
Canterbury Half Marathon
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parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.
Merrell Race Tekapo is an exciting destination race located in the heart of Lake Tekapo, where you can indulge in stunning lake and mountain views, relax and soak in local hot pools, play up the snowy mountains and be blown away by the serenity of the International Dark Sky Reserve.
With 7 race distances to choose from there is something for every trail lover.
Choose a distance and course that suits your goals and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere on the day.
Merrell Race Tekapo prides itself in providing unique courses, a great race environment and fun for all!
All finishers will be presented with a beautiful medal and get to enjoy the warm #legendarymackenzie hospitality!
Steeped in a history worthy of the big screen, the Mackenzie Region is alive with legendary tales - of pioneers, shepherds, wild landscapes, and the rugged determination that shaped this remarkable region.
The Mackenzie by Devold celebrates that heritage, honouring the farming roots that run deep through this vast and majestic high country. From the open plains to the rolling hills and station tracks, every turn of the course connects you to the land and the people who have worked it for generations.
Join us this autumn for a journey that captures the true rural soul of the Mackenzie. Feel the grit, the beauty, and the raw authenticity of the high country as you ride across landscapes rich in history and character. It’s an experience you’ll remember long after the finish line - and one that will keep you coming back for more.
Come ride the story, feel the heritage, and be part of the legend.
Join for the challenge, stay for the community!
New Zealand's premier gravel event, a weekend of adventure facilitated on two wheels.
Taster / Snack / Entree / Mains courses provide a challenge for all on the last Saturday in Spring (November)
Prices include GST
Ride the Wilderness Saturday 14th November 2026 Ride the Wilderness is a Mountain Bike Ride on the West Coast Wilderness Trail on Saturday 14th November 2026. This event gives riders the opportunity to see the West Coast beauty and in 2026 it will give you all it has to offer while racing the fantastic West Coast Wilderness Trail. This is a Grade 2 ride and has everything from lakes, rivers, creeks, board walks, single tracks, historic bridges, forestry, wetlands, reservoirs, water races you name it - it’s all here, it is truly an awesome ride and a great opportunity to race it. Ride the Wilderness will have four magnificent events all in one day: Ross to Greymouth "The Epic" 126km Hokitika to Greymouth "The Challenge" 95km Cowboy Paradise to Greymouth "The Epic" 59km Kumara to Greymouth "The Cruise" 21km Distance Start Time Ross to Greymouth 126km 8:00am Hokitika to Greymouth 95km 9:00am Cowboy Paradise to Greymouth 59km 10:00am Kumara to Greymouth 21km 11:00am Four Great Rides, enter as
an individual from all four locations, or a team of 2 from Cowboy Paradise or Ross, or a team of 4 or 2 from Ross. It does not matter if you are Elite, or first time rider - there is a challenge here for you. First time racers, we recommend the Kumara to Greymouth ride. In the inaugural race in 2017, the winning time from Ross to Greymouth was 4 hours 12 minutes in a three way sprint. It was an amazing effort. In 2023 Cameron Jones broke the previous record with an amazing time of 3 hours 47 minutes 51 seconds and in 2023 Sharlotte Lucas also broke the Women's Race recorded 4 Hours 12 minutes 43 seconds. All the finishers will be in Greymouth at Hargreaves Park & Miro Street - just past the Suburbs Rugby League Clubrooms.
Meridian Twizel HARD LABOUR WEEKEND -
2026 Entries open
Get ready to be part of something truly special as the Twizel Hard Labour Weekend in October 2026! For four decades, this iconic event has been bringing together athletes, families, and adventurers from all walks of life to experience the heart and soul of the Mackenzie Country—all while raising vital funds to support Twizel sport, community wellbeing, and local projects.
✨ A Community Event Like No Other
Run entirely by an incredible team of dedicated volunteers, the Hard Labour Weekend is more than just a race—it's a celebration of community spirit, outdoor adventure, and giving back. Every stride, pedal, and paddle helps to strengthen the Twizel community and its future.
🚣♀️ Kayak the Majestic Canals
🚴♂️ Cycle and Run Through the Mackenzie’s Hidden Gems
Take on the challenge and enjoy exclusive access to areas normally closed to the public, set against the breath taking landscapes of the Southern Alps, turquoise canals, and rugged high country. Whether you’re here to compete, to challenge yourself, or to soak in the scenery, the Twizel Hard Labour Weekend offers something for everyone.
🙏 Thank You to Our Sponsors
This event wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our key event sponsors (Meridian Energy, Southern Lakes Helicopters, Mt Cook Alpine Salmon, MacKenzie Four Square, Lakestone Lodge) who continue to stand alongside us year after year. Their backing ensures the event thrives and our community reaps the rewards.
For 2026:
An over 65 year age bracket for all events has been added, except youth hard labour. People can enter individual events or, for the really keen, complete all three events and become a “Hard Labourer”!
Youth Hard Labour: There will be a Kayak Race on Lake Ruataniwha. This will commence at the Kayak Canal Race and the course is then in the sheltered lagoon area of Lake Ruataniwha. Specific Safety craft will used for this race with volunteers placed on the shore to monitor the competitors. Sit on Kayaks and paddles will be provided. No other kayaks maybe used. Competitors must provide their own Lifejackets/PFD, these are not provided. This has been undertaken for safety purposes. Youth Hard Labour limited to 20 entries.
🎽 Don’t Miss Out—Be Part of the Legend!
With a warm Twizel welcome, superb organisation, and a festive atmosphere, this is the event you’ll want to tick off your bucket list. Entries fill fast—make 2026 the year you become part of the Hard Labour legacy.
👉 Join us to: Challenge yourself. Support the community. Experience the Mackenzie.
#HardLabour #TwizelHardLabour #MackenzieChallenge #CommunitySpirit #RunCycleKayak
Key dates
Event: Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October 2026
Online entries closes: Thursday 22 October 2026 at 9:00 pm
In person collection of registration pack and collection of race numbers:
Friday 23 October 2026, 6:00pm – 8:00pm, Twizel Events Centre
Up to 15 minutes prior to event start.
Late entries (after 9:00pm 22 October 2026) / On the day entries will incur additional late entry fee.
On the day late entries will be accepted up to 15 minutes prior to race briefing (not event start) for each race on the day. Additional late entry fee applies.
About Hard Labour Weekend
The Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend is a multi-sport event that takes place every October in the stunning high country of the Mackenzie Region.
There are three events over two days – canal kayak (20km), mountain bike (16km or 40km), and off-road run or walk (10km or 21km) – with options for almost everyone, from multi-sport athletes to families. For Youth Hard Labours there is a timed Indoor Row.
Kids can do the Mini Dusky mountain bike (10km) or run/walk the Mini Pyramid (5km).
It all began in 1985 when a half marathon was started as a fundraiser for community groups helping on the day. In the early 2000’s, emphasis shifted towards funding kids sports clubs. Since then, it has evolved into a multi-sport event but still has its focus on fundraising for local youth sports. Twizel is home to a thriving sports scene, from snowboarding to netball to rowing to rugby. Athletes, sports teams, and clubs have travel costs and equipment to cover and Hard Labour Weekend supports these endeavours with some funds from the event distributed back into the sports community. They also support community groups such as Twizel St John, Coastguard Mackenzie Lakes, Twizel Kindergarten, and the Twizel Early Learning Centre who support the events with safety backup and preparing food for competitors.
Dive into the adventure at the
Meridian Swim Ruataniwha.
The ultimate open water swim on the sparkling turquoise waters of Lake Ruataniwha, right in the heart of the stunning Mackenzie Region!
Since making a splash in 2023, this event has already given back over $25,000 to local community groups – supporting everything from water safety programs to water-based activities across Twizel. Groups like Mackenzie Lakes Coast Guard, Twizel and South Island Rowing, St John, Twizel Swim Club, Land SAR, and the Twizel Community Patrol have all benefited – proving that every swimmer, sponsor, and supporter is helping the community thrive both in and out of the water.
In 2026, Swim Ruataniwha provided funding to support an Adults Learn to Swim program conducted by Health Bothy.
Now in it's 5th year, Meridian Swim Ruataniwha has cemented itself as a must-do event on the Southern swim calendar. And thanks to the Southern Swim Series – linking together The Ruby in Wanaka, The Whakatipu Legend in Queenstown, Clyde Open Water Swim and of course, our very own Meridian Swim Ruataniwha – swimmers take on three of the four races and be in to win a spectacular spot prize worth at least $1000 in 2027!
✨ Save the date: Saturday 6 March 2027 ✨
The first splash hits the water at 9:30am (final start times confirmed closer to the day). With three fun-filled challenges, there’s something for every swimmer:
🏊 The Top Hut Sports Bar & Bistro 500m – the perfect entry-level event for first-timers, social swimmers, or anyone keen to dip their toes into open water.
🏊 The Mackenzie Four Square 1500m – a great middle-distance swim for those who want to test themselves and feel the thrill of a challenge.
🏊 The Mt Cook Alpine Salmon 3800m – our premier endurance event, tailor-made for experienced open water swimmers and triathletes chasing their big goals.
With awesome spot prizes, a buzzing lakeside atmosphere, and the knowledge that your swim is giving back to the Twizel community, Meridian Swim Ruataniwha is more than just a race – it’s a celebration of people, place, and the joy of open water swimming.
Important Information
Minimum Age Requirements
The 1500m and 3800m swim races are restricted to competitors over 16yrs of age at event date.
The 500m swim race is restricted to competitors over 12yrs of age at event date.
If you are Under 16 years and would like to participate in the 3800m or 1500m swim races or Under 12 and would like to participate in the 500m swim race, please contact the event organiser at [email protected] requesting a dispensation to the age limit. When making this request please provide details of prior cold water swims undertaken, distance swimming events undertaken and details of your swimming ability provided by recognised swimming coach.
Late / On the day entries:
No entries will be accepted after entries close at midnight Wednesday 3 March 2027.
South Island Ultra Marathon Saturday 8th May 2027 There are 4 events all being held on the amazing West Coast Wilderness Trail where runners will experience Lakes, Reservoirs, Rivers, Streams, Water Races, Swing Bridges, Bridges from Historic Tram Lines, A Western Town, Forestry, Wetlands, Board Walks, Mountains and the Sea just to name a few things. This ultra marathon has been described by the media as one of the most scenic ultra marathons in the World. It is new Zealand's Fastest and Most Scenic. Your browser does not support HTML5 video. 4 Events: * * South Island Ultra 100km Greymouth to Hokitika – Solo or Team of 2 (Teams change at Old Chch Road) - Starts at 5:00am * * South Island Ultra 54km Old Christchurch Road to Hokitika – Solo or Team of 2 (Team Change at Sunny Bight Feed Station) - Starts 8:00am * * South Island Warm Up 24km Lake Kaniere to Hokitika – Solo - Starts 11:00am * * South Island 6km Run/Walk Kaniere Township - Starts 11:45am * * Individual Records: Daniel Jones:
7 hours 44 minutes 14 seconds for the 100km (male) 2023 Konoka Azumi: 8 Hours 13 minutes 43 seconds for the 100km (female) 2023 Clinton Manderson: 4 hours 05 seconds for the 54km (male) 2026 Maggi Forsyth: 4 Hours 16 Minutes 42 seconds 54km (female) 2025 Hayden Squance: 1 hour 32 minutes 51 seconds for the 24km (male) 2023 Catherine Delaporte Marsh: 1 Hour 48 minutes 56 seconds 24km (female) 2022 Meah Symons: 29 minutes 51 seconds for the 6km (female) 2025 Andrew Gardner: 31 minutes 49 secords for the 6km (male) 2025
parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.
Ride Holidays Around Brunner Cycle Ride
Road and Gravel Ride
Saturday 1st May 2027
On Saturday 1st May 2027, Ride Holidays Around Brunner has some exciting races:
Around Brunner Road Race 140km
Around Brunner Enduro Race 280km
Around Brunner Gravel 108km
Ride Holidays Around Brunner Road Race:
2027 will see the road race move to the same course as 2022 with the Start/Finish still being at Moana outside the Hotel Lake Brunner. The race will be from Moana to Jacksons and then on to Kumara and returning to Moana. This will be a 140km ride, this is through the most spectacular part of the rainforest with rolling hills throughout.
Both the Around Brunner 140km and Enduro 280km will be held, with the Enduro doing 2 laps of the out and back course.
The Teams event will still be held with the changeover at Kumara Domain.
When riders reach Kumara they will turn left at Greenstone Road, right at Tui Street and right again at Cashman Street before coming back out on to SH 73 opposite the Kumara Domain. Team riders will change at this point.
This Iconic West Coast event should be on everyone's bucket list and an event you just want to keep coming back too. With the start and Finish in the small township of Moana on the banks of Lake Brunner, it is an amazing setting for a bike race and to enjoy the West Coast hospitality and a cold Monteith's Beer at the finish.
Ride Holidays Around Brunner Gravel Race:
This gravel race will start and finish at the same place as the road Race outside the Hotel Lake Brunner in Moana.
From the start, riders will exit Moana and head down the Arnold Valley Road to Aratika where they will head in and travel partially on the reverse of the Gold Trail Mountain Bike Race through the Nga Tahu Forestry Roads. After approximately 38km they will come out from the Cape Terrace Road on to Kumara Inchbonnie Road and head toward Inchbonnie at the 70km mark, where they will then ride the same tar seal road as the road riders until Rotomanu. Instead of turning left they will continue straight to Kotuku Ben Hill Road where they take a left and follow this to Kotuku back on to the Arnold Valley Road and return to Moana and finish outside the Hotel Lake Brunner.
This event will suit Gravel Bikes and hard tail Mountain Bikes. It is a challenging course with 1434m of elevation gain over the 108km. The Gravel race will start at 8:45am with the road race starting at 9:00am. We anticipate both events to be finishing amongst each other coming into Moana via different directions.
The first part of the gravel race between 10km and 38km will be challenging with some rough gravel, the other portions are fast gravel on shingle roads. The race is 65% Gravel and 35% Tar, this will sort many out especially early in the race.
Around Brunner is now in its 19th year and caters for all competitors from the Elite rider through to the Recreational Rider with age group categories throughout. We'll even cater for those that want to ride their e-Bike in the event, as this keeps so many riders active. Riding an e-Bike means you're non-competitive but still doing the event and eligible for spot prizes. The gravel ride will require e-bike riders to carry a spare charged battery.
History of the Ride Holidays Around Brunner:
Around Brunner started as a 130km sealed circuit cycle ride taking you through some of the most stunning scenery New Zealand has to offer. In 2015 the Enduro, 2 laps of the traditional ride being 260km was introduced and in 2019 the change of the start/finish to Moana Lake Brunner. With the ride now being 140km and 280km on the road and the Gravel Race of 108km introduced in 2025.
Prize giving will be at the Hotel Lake Brunner at approx. 3:30pm. This gives all riders 6 hours to complete the 130km and 10 and a half for the Enduro riders.
4 Events:
Ride Holidays Around Bunner 130km (Individual)
Ride Holidays Around Bunner 130km (Team of 2)
Ride Holidays Around Brunner Enduro 260km (Individual)
Ride Holidays Around Brunner Gravel 108km Individual)