Motupipi School Fun Trail Run - Sunday 3rd May, 2026 (Rain postponement date: Sunday 17th May)
Get ready to lace up for the Motupipi School Fun Run, a one-of-a-kind course that showcases the very best of our backyard.
Starting right at Motupipi School, runners and walkers will head out along a scenic farm track before climbing into the mountain bike trail. From there, the course winds through beautiful native bush and pockets of old pine forestry, creating a true off-road adventure. Along the way you’ll catch stunning views out over the inlet – the perfect excuse to slow down, take a breath, and soak it all in.
Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just in it for the fun, this is a relaxed, family-friendly event that celebrates our incredible local landscape while raising funds for our school. Bring your whānau, bring your friends, and come enjoy a run you won’t forget.
Motupipi School Fun Trail Run will start from Motupipi School, parking will be available behind the school. Please follow the direction signs for parking.
8.30am Registration opens
9.20am Race briefing: 8.4km + 13.5km
9.30am Race begins for 8.4km and 13.5km
11.15am Warm up and race briefing for Family Fun Run 3.5km*
11.30am Race begins for Family Fun Run 3.5km
12.30 Prize giving to start after all runners back.
(*Any runners under the age of 8 in the Family Fun run, will need to be accompanied by an adult/caregiver)
Prizes for first female and male runners in the two longer races and spot prizes for runners/walkers in all races.
Face painting, raffle tickets, delicious baking, cafe-style coffee, and a sausage sizzle will be available throughout the day.
Race day entries: cash payments and eftpos is available on the day.
Any queries, please email: fundraising@motupipi.school.nz