3 running and walking events in Hamilton, Waikato

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

• Hamilton Lake 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

  Hamilton Lake Innes Common, Hamilton, Waikato, 3204, New Zealand
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• University of Waikato 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

  university of waikato gate one, Knighton Road, Hamilton, Waikato, 3216, New Zealand
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• Hamilton Gardens Trail, Hamilton 2026 [kiwiwalkrun.co.nz]
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  Fri, Nov 06, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  Hamilton Gardens Trail, Hamilton - 7 November

  Course overview: Located in the Centre of Hamilton and nestled on the side of the mighty Waikato River, Hamilton Gardens offers picturesque views and...

  Hamilton Gardens Trail, Hamilton - 7 November

  Course overview: Located in the Centre of Hamilton and nestled on the side of the mighty Waikato River, Hamilton Gardens offers picturesque views and wonderfully manicured gardens. Both the start and finish line are sat within the gardens with the course meandering throughout the gardens out towards the Waikato River. You will then trail along the undulating river banks lined with lush native bush.

  Suitable for: Lovers of magical autumn colours. Great for first timers being a flat easy course. Also fantastic for experienced runners looking for a new PR.

  Track Condition: 100% paved track

  Elevation gain:

  Short course – 93m

  Mid course – 130m

  Long course – 231m

  Please note: As the Gardens are very busy on the weekends, it is recommended that you park on Grey Street which has an easy underpass access to the event venue within the Gardens.

  Access to the event venue is via GATE TWO which offers some parking near the Camellia Garden.

  6k 12k 16k Run Trail

  Hamilton Gardens, Hamilton, Waikato, 3216, New Zealand
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