Walking Events

Hey Walkers … this is where you’ll find out about great events around the country and tell us about yours. We’ll tell you about Wonder Walkers happenings and keep you up to date with what’s happening in the walking world.

To check out walking events in your area we suggest you check with your local Regional Sports Trusts websites.

If you know of a walking related event taking place soon please email us at info@jwondekrwalk2ers.cjo.nzs and we will add it to the list.

Great Barrier Wharf to Wharf Marathon and Half Marathon, 12 October 2013

The Great Barrier Island Wharf to Wharf Marathon and Half Marathon begins at Port FitzRoy wharf and finishes at Tryphena wharf. Participant will experience rugged native bush, kauri, nikau, manuka, fern and some of the most unspoilt native forest left in New Zealand... More
Posted on June 12, 2013 at 09:56 PM

Te Awamutu Half Marathon - Sun 16 June 2013

When: Sun 16 Jun, 9:00am Where: Te Wananga o Aotearoa, 320 Factory Road, Te Awamutu Restrictions: All Ages Ticket Information: 5km: $10.00 15km: $20.00 1/2 marathon: $30.00 Late entry (after 7 June): $5.00 Booking fees may apply... More
Posted on June 12, 2013 at 09:03 PM

Matariki Arohatia To Awa Hikoi - Love Your River Walk/Run, Sat 15 June 2013

A 5km walk/run around the Waikato River to mark Matariki (Maori New Year). Plant a native tree/shrub along the way as a mark of new beginnings. Bring your family/family – trees and spades provided! Location: Hamilton Gardens, Cobham Drive, SH1, Hamilton. For more information click here More
Posted on June 12, 2013 at 08:57 PM

Double Rainbow Trail Run, Rotorua - Sat 15th June 2013

The Double Rainbow Trail Run is a 42km, 24km or 16km trail run based around Rainbow Mountain, Rotorua... More
Posted on June 12, 2013 at 08:48 PM

Jennian Homes Mothers Day Fun Run/Walk - Sun 12th May 2013

Join Jennian Homes on Sunday 12th May for their annual Jennian Homes fun run/walk to support the Heart Foundation’s Go Red for Women campaign... More
Posted by Ros on May 04, 2013 at 11:58 PM

Great Barrier Island Walking Festival - Fri 12 to Sun 14 April 2013

A three-day walking experience that will leave you wanting to come back for more. Enjoy spectacular scenery, mining and whaling history, walk with subject experts and take away wonderful memories... More
Posted on April 08, 2013 at 09:26 PM

Wed 13 March 2013 - Purple Walk for Endometriosis Awareness, Hamilton

Insight Endometriosis is a community organisation and registered charity which empowers women with endometriosis through community support, information and education, and by raising awareness in the wider community... More
Posted on February 11, 2013 at 11:51 PM

Sat 16 & Sun 17 March 2013 - Rotorua Walking Festival

Netherlands Society Hall, Neil Hunt Park, Tarawera Rd, Rotorua... More
Posted on September 26, 2012 at 09:24 PM

Pakuranga Athletic Club 5k Fun Run

The Pakuranga 5k Fun Run is a sereis of runs at 6pm on Mondays at the Pakuranga Athletic Club at Lloyd Elsmore Park. www.pakrun.co.nz More
Posted on February 27, 2012 at 11:30 AM

The Frontrunner New Plymouth 5k Series

The Frontrunner in New Plymouth organises a fun run/walk every Monday night at 5.30 starting outside their shop at 25 Devon St East. Contact them on 06 758 1590 for more details More
Posted on February 27, 2012 at 11:33 AM

20 December 2012 - Tinytown Buggy Walk, Wellington

Tinytown Buggy Walk. Enjoy the company of other parents on guided buggy walks around the Southern and Eastern Suburbs each month. All participants will receive a free muffin and coffee couersy of {Porse. The third Thursday of every month. For more information call 04 387 1491 Next walk:... More
Posted on July 24, 2012 at 12:33 PM

10 March 2013 - Ports of Auckland Round The Bays

Entries are still open for the Ports of Auckland Round The Bays Run or Walk, which you can enter as an individual or a team. The course covers 8.4km, starting in the city at Quay St and finishing on the waterfront at St Heliers Bay... More
Posted on January 21, 2013 at 11:17 PM