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29th
March
2026
Walk - Run - Roam
Explore Waitārere Forest with flat easy running and walking as you wind your way through the impressive pines and finish in the famous Event village. Pick a distance to suit you and challenge yourself in 2024 with our 21km half marathon, 10km. 5km or 2km fun run.
The forest provides the perfect mix of running terrain while you enjoy the scenic experience of running through the pines. Finish in the beautiful seaside town of Waitārere and celebrate your efforts with friends and family in the event village.
3 reasons to enter the Waitārere Forest Festival
Scenic forest adventure
Navigate flat, well‑graded trails winding through towering pines, with routes to suit runners, walkers, families, and pram-pushers alike—choose from 21 km, 10 km, 5 km, or a fun 2 km kids’ run.
Event village celebration
Cross the finish line and soak up the festival vibes in the famous event village by the sea— food trucks, family games and great tunes will welcome you home.
Free finishers t-shirt
An exclusive free finishers t-shirt and iconic medal for all participants!
