About This Event
The Feilding Festival of Running has been bringing together New Zealand's running community since 1955, making it one of the country's longest-running marathon events. Hosted by the Feilding Moa club in the heart of the Manawatu region, this traditional festival offers multiple distances across out-and-back road courses that showcase the rural landscape surrounding this farming community. The event maintains a welcoming, grassroots atmosphere with both running and walking categories available for most distances. Race day begins early with the marathon at 7:30am, followed by staggered starts for shorter distances, creating a steady stream of runners and walkers throughout the morning. Water stations are positioned every few kilometers, and the event concludes with an extensive prize ceremony featuring trophies dating back to the inaugural 1955 marathon. With its combination of competitive categories, club team competitions, and inclusive walking options, the festival serves both serious runners seeking personal bests and recreational participants looking for a supportive community event in New Zealand's North Island.
Choose Your Distance
2.5K
The shortest distance option runs concurrently with the 5K, offering an ideal introduction to trail running. This off-road format provides young or new runners with an achievable yet engaging challenge.
5K
A 5K mixed-terrain race, Feilding, Manawatu.
10K
A 10K mixed-terrain race, Feilding, Manawatu.
21.1K
A 21.1K mixed-terrain race, Feilding, Manawatu.
42.2K
A 42.2K mixed-terrain run, Feilding, Manawatu.