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Triathlon Calendar New Zealand 2026-2027
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Explore the best triathlons in New Zealand for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 39 exciting races across the country. Find your next race in New Zealand below and join the running community at these great events!
A club relay duathlon at Haumoana School on 26 July 2026 where teams of three run, cycle and run to earn points for their clubs and contest the Interclub Challenge Trophy.
A BayPark duathlon in Tauranga on July 26, 2026, offering long, short and kids run bike run courses with on the day registration and cash or bank transfer payment; mandatory briefing and standard safety rules apply.
A four-round duathlon and multisport series at Teretonga Park offering run, cycle and kayak formats across multiple distances, non-drafting racing, series and single-race entry options, and category-based pricing for members and non-members.
A five-race duathlon series across mountain bike parks, reserves and the Taupo Motor Sport Park, ending with club championships in early November 2026. Races include kids, short and long courses and options for MTB or road legs.
Duathlon and run events at Haumoana School on 16 August 2026, with multiple distances, team options and individual time trials.
September 2026
A team-based adventure race on 5 September 2026 with 3 hour, 6 hour and 9 hour formats combining off road running and mountain biking. Teams of 2 to 4 compete in Student, Adult and Family categories with required safety gear.
Peak to Pub links the Mt Hutt summit to Methven’s Blue Pub in a three‑stage ski, mountain bike and run event. It requires intermediate skiing and competent mountain biking, includes two lift rides and finishes with an awards presentation.
October 2026
Women's triathlon in Hastings offering swim, cycle and run options across multiple distances, with proceeds supporting Heretaunga Womans Centre.
A multisport race in Lake Wānaka in October 2026 featuring a 25 km kayak, a 43 km mountain bike on mixed single track, and a 14 km Outlet Track run. Duathlon and team options are available.
A community weekend in Twizel combining canal kayaking, mountainbiking and an off-road Pyramid run. Competitors can enter individual events or complete all three to earn the Hard Labourer designation.
November 2026
An indigenous triathlon in Ahuriri Napier on 07 November 2026 offering quarter and half distance swim bike and run races focused on whanaungatanga and wellbeing.
A team multisport race in South Wairarapa where teams of two or four navigate, bike, hike and complete a water activity over about 30 to 50 km in roughly 5 to 8 hours. Support crews and compulsory kit are required.
A 12 and 24 hour adventure race in Marokopa on 21 November 2026 featuring mountain biking, trekking and optional paddling. Rogaine-style checkpoints, team strategy and mandatory safety gear shape the challenge.
Tinman Triathlon in Mount Maunganui on 22 November 2026 offers multiple race distances and hosts the Tri NZ Age Group Standard National Championships.
Run-only events on a rural loop near Christchurch offering a 21 km three-lap OxRun and a 7 km single-lap OxDash on quiet country roads.
December 2026
A family team event in Sandy Point on 6 December 2026 combining a trek, mountain biking and an optional raft water activity. Teams of up to four navigate by map and answer clues with a $30 team entry fee.
UM New Zealand 2026 is a multi-day ultradistance race in Wānaka, New Zealand from 12 to 14 December 2026. The course totals 515 km and registration was shown as closed with a listed fee of A$2,865.