Run The Rotorua Airport Runway!
RUNWAY 5 - Saturday 3 May
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SATURDAY 3rd May 2025
Experience the magic as the Rotorua Airport runway lights up with people power during the Runway5 race. Get ready for a lightning-fast 5km run or walk, perfect for both social participants and elite athletes chasing personal bests. Picture yourself racing under the moonlight, speeding along the runway as the city’s lights sparkle in the distance—there’s nothing else like it!
A 5km run or walk suitable for both social and elite participants whether you're striving for a new personal 5km record on our lightning-fast course. Imagine yourself racing under the moonlight, speeding along the Rotorua Airport runway.
Elite athletes
This year, the event proudly hosts the 2025 National Road Championships at the Runway5 race. Don’t miss your chance to compete alongside (or cheer on) New Zealand’s fastest runners!
Download the Runway5 Event Rules here.
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| Date | Saturday 3rd May 2025 | ||||||||||||||
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| Venue | Rotorua Regional Airport
| Entry Fee |
From $24 + processing fee - View All Entry Fees |
Distance | Start & Finish Line |
5km | Rotorua Regional Airport Runway |
Start & Finish Times |
4:30pm - 6:00pm Runway5 late registration at Rotorua Airport 6:15pm The Flying Mile 6:30pm People’s Runway5 starts near terminal 7:30pm Elite/competitive men’s Runway5 starts near terminal incl. NZ 5km Road Championships 2025 for male grades 7:35pm Elite/competitive women’s Runway5 starts near terminal incl. NZ 5km Road Championships 2025 for female grades 8.10pm Runway5 post-event presentations Minimum Age |
Entrants of the Runway5 must be 10 years or older on race day to participate.
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Not Permitted |
By request from airport operations - no dogs, bikes, scooters, or skateboards are allowed. Prams and buggies are not allowed on the course (however, spectators are welcome to bring prams/wheelchairs in designated spectating areas.) |
Wheelchair Participation |
Self-propelled wheelchairs and para-athletes are able to participate. For any questions, email us at marathon@athletics.org.nz
| Walkers |
Walkers are eligble to enter the People's 5km (course cut off 55 minutes). For clarity, walkers are included in the overall event results. |
| Medals | All participants will receive a customised Runway5 medal in the theme of the occasion. |
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Course
A fitting finale to Red Stag Rotorua Marathon day, prepare to be dazzled by New Zealand’s premier 5km experience under the stars and lights of Rotorua Regional Airport. Soak up the festival buzz as you raise funds for the Mokoia Island Kiwi colony across Lake Rotorua. Every kilometre counts—enjoy smooth, fast-running terrain, pump up the energy with music, and help us bring the curtain down on an epic day of running, walking, and community spirit.
THESE EVENTS HAVE BEEN SUPPORTED BY
Runway5 is proud to once again partner with the Mokoia Island Trust.
All Runway5 entries will contribute to ongoing Kiwi conservation on the island on Mokoia Island, home to over 30 breeding pairs.
