The Aotearoa Ultra will be held on Banks Peninsula and Christchurch - encompassing some of the most picturesque settings of Canterbury. Three distance options are available:

Minimum entrant age is 16 years for the 15km event and 18 years for the longer events. Individuals can also register for a virtual event over any of the distances for $40.

Date: Saturday 10th January 2026.
Start Time: 5am for the 101km event, 8am for the 53km event and 11am for the 15km event. A briefing will be held 10 minutes before each start time.
Cost: From $150 for solo entries and $400 for teams. A late fee will apply to entries received after 25th December 2025. Competitors can also purchase a ride by bus to the start of your event for $40 per person.

Find out more about the Aotearoa Ultra Marathon, including how to enter (Race Roster). Entries are limited for the two longer events due to Department of Conservation restrictions.

Competitors have the option to purchase CJM's Cancellation Insurance - to get a refund of your entry fee in case the event is cancelled. This will cover the cancellation of the event for any reason including Force Majure, Disease or Pandemic.