RUN THE ORIGINAL.

Aotearoa’s most enduring marathon. Since 1965.

02 MAY 2026

The Red Stag Rotorua Marathon isn’t just another running event.

It’s the original.

The one that started it all. For over 60 years, generations of Kiwis have run the iconic loop of Lake Rotorua, making it a rite of passage for runners of all levels.

Red Stag Marathon

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NZCT Half Marathon

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10 KM

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5 KM

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BE PART OF THE ORIGINAL.

BE PART OF THE ORIGINAL.

relive the 2025 event

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Keep in the loop.

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