runway 5
Experience the magic as Rotorua Airport runway lights up with people power during the Runway5 race.
A 5km run or walk suitable for both social and elite participants whether you're striving for a new personal 5km record on our lightning-fast course. Imagine yourself racing under the moonlight, speeding along the Rotorua Airport runway.
Elite athletes
This year, the event will host the 2024 National Road Championships at a reimagined Runway5 race - giving elite athletes the chance to take part in two championships in just one weekend: the NZ Mile and the NZ 5k Championships.
Runway5 is proud to once again partner with the Mokoia Island Trust.
All Runway5 entries will contribute to ongoing Kiwi conservation on the island on Mokoia Island, home to over 30 breeding pairs.
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| Date | Saturday 4th May 2024 | ||||||||||||||
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| Venue | Rotorua Airport
| Entry Fee |
From $34 + processing fee - View All Entry Fees |
Distance |
5km |
Start & Finish Times |
4:00pm - 5:30pm Runway5 late registration at Rotorua Airport 6:00pm People’s Runway5 starts 7:00pm Elite/competitive men’s Runway5 starts 7:25pm Elite/competitive women’s Runway5 8.00pm Runway5 post-event presentations Start & Finish Line |
Rotorua Airport
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Minimum Age |
Entrants for ther Runway5 must be 10 years or older on race day to compete. |
Wheelchair Participation |
Self-propelled wheelchairs and para-athletes are able to participate. For any questions, email us at marathon@athletics.org.nz
| Walkers |
Walkers are eligible to enter the People's 5km (must complete the course within 1 hour). No dogs, bikes, scooters or skateboards allowed. Prams and buggies are not allowed on the course (however spectators are welcome to bring prams/whleechairs in the designated spectating area). |
| Merchandise | All entrants receive a complimentary 60th edition drawstring bag as part of their entry and can be collected at Registration alongside your race bib. |
