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2027 Rotorua Marathon

42K
Distances5K10K21K
BonusesScenic
May 1, 2027 · 1 day🇳🇿 Rotorua, New Zealand
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New Zealand's oldest marathon (since 1965). Red Stag Rotorua runs May 1, 2027 — a scenic single lap of Lake Rotorua with a gentle ~200m gain.

Why attend here

Autumn in Rotorua brings crisp, clear days perfect for running through the redwood forest and along the geothermal lakefront, where steam rises from the water. After crossing the finish line, soak your legs in a natural hot pool, then refuel with a hangi feast or a flat white from a lakeside café while soaking up the Māori culture that makes this place unique.

Distance from you
From Columbus, US to Rotorua, NZ
~16.8h · 13,411 km

Rotorua

typical Apr weather · 2026
1 Fri
15°5°
0mm3.5 m/s
Event Details
Elevation

200m

Course

Geothermal lakes, redwood forest, Māori culture — unique landscape