3 running events in Hurunui District, Canterbury

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

• Hanmer Forest parkrun [parkrun.co.nz]
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  Every Saturday at 8:00 AM

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  parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.

  5k parkrun Run Walk

  Hanmer Forest Bath Street, Hurunui District, Canterbury, 7334, New Zealand
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• Solar Power NZ Skedaddle 2026 [skedaddle.co.nz] [Register at raceroster.com]
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  Fri, Apr 24, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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  WELCOME TO SOLAR POWER NZ SKEDADDLE, A TRAIL RUN FOR NATURE!

  We would love to have you join us on Saturday 25 April 2026

  Taking place at the majestic Island Hills Station, Solar Power NZ Skedaddle is...

  WELCOME TO SOLAR POWER NZ SKEDADDLE, A TRAIL RUN FOR NATURE!

  We would love to have you join us on Saturday 25 April 2026

  Taking place at the majestic Island Hills Station, Solar Power NZ Skedaddle is one of the most well loved trail events on the calendar! With nature at the heart of the event, all proceeds go towards conservation efforts for the Mandamus Reserve Charitable Trust which includes the largest QEII Open Space Covenant in Canterbury.

  The race consists of five distances; 42km, 30km, 15km, 10km and a kids 4km!

  The courses are all point-to-point along stunning singletrack through the privately-owned Island Hills Station.

  Aptly named after the highest point on the property, Mt Skedaddle (1704m), it’s time to take flight for nature!

  4k 10k 15k 30k 42k Run Track Trail

  Tekoa Road, Hurunui District, Canterbury, New Zealand
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• Event #2 Winter Trail Run Series [wintertrails.co.nz] [Register at raceroster.com]
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  Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 7:30 AM

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  Located just five minutes north of Amberley, Mount Cass Station sits where the Waipara wine region meets the rugged Pacific coastline. This dramatic landscape is defined by impressive limestone...

  Located just five minutes north of Amberley, Mount Cass Station sits where the Waipara wine region meets the rugged Pacific coastline. This dramatic landscape is defined by impressive limestone outcrops, big hills, and bush-filled gullies, creating a challenging and visually striking course. Expect sustained climbs, technical descents, and constantly changing terrain, all rewarded with epic views across the Waipara district, Mount Grey, Pegasus Bay, and back toward Christchurch and Banks Peninsula. A true highlight for runners who love tough trails and big scenery.

  Complete all four events in the Winter Trail Run Series to be eligible for series awards, presented to the top three male and female finishers in each age group and distance.

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  47 Symonds Road, Hurunui District, Canterbury, 7483, New Zealand
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