Rova is right behind New Zealand’s largest fun run series, Southern Cross Round the Bays.

An iconic three-city fun run series accessible to all ages and fitness stages, Round the Bays puts the fun into fun run.

Wellington

• Sunday 15th February 2026

• 8.4km Fun Run & 21km Half Marathon

• Elemental theme for the series - Wellington is wind, bring your element to life.

• In Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington, embrace the power of Wind, as it lifts you around the capital’s iconic waterfront.

Christchurch

• Sunday 22nd February 2026

• 8.4km Fun Run with scenic option along New Brighton Beach

• Elemental theme for the series - Christchurch is water, bring your element to life.

• And in Ōtautahi Christchurch, flow with the rhythm of Water alongside rivers, estuaries, and open skies.

Auckland

• Sunday 8th March 2026

• 8.4km Fun Run

• Elemental theme for the series - Auckland is fire, bring your element to life.

• In Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, channel the heat of Fire as you blaze past the mighty Rangitoto.

Enter now at roundthebays.co.nz for the most fun you’ll have getting 10,000 steps!