RUN THE ORIGINAL.
New Zealand’s Oldest Marathon. Since 1965.
02 MAY 2026
The Rotorua Marathon isn’t just another race.
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
10 KM
NZCT Half Marathon
5 KM
BE PART OF THE ORIGINAL.
BE PART OF THE ORIGINAL.
relive the 2025 event
Keep in the loop.
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