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NZ Sotheby's International Realty Queenstown Marathon

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Millbrook, Otago, New Zealand

calendar_today 14 Nov, 2026

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sell $47.00 – $231.00

About the Event

Experience what is widely regarded as the most breathtaking running event on the planet at the 2026 New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty Queenstown Marathon. Returning on Saturday, November 14, 2026, this annual running festival is set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the Queenstown Lakes District. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or a casual walker, the event offers four distinct distances: the signature 42km Marathon, the La Roche Posay Half Marathon (21km), the United Airlines 10km, and a 2.2km Kids Run, ensuring a world-class experience for every level of fitness.

The course is a "flat out beautiful" journey through New Zealand’s premier holiday destination, consisting of 70% hard-packed trails and 30% paved roads. This unique terrain allows runners to soak up pristine lakes, towering mountains, and stunning countryside while maintaining a fast, mainly flat gradient. With the latest technology integrated into the event app, including live athlete tracking, spectators and participants alike can stay connected as course records continue to tumble in this high-energy, high-style competition presented by ASICS.

Beyond the finish line, the Queenstown Marathon is celebrated for its vibrant social atmosphere and premium participant perks. Every finisher is rewarded with a custom medal, while the "Medal Perks" program offers exclusive local rewards throughout the region. From the Marathon Sports Expo to the post-race celebrations in downtown Queenstown, this event is more than a race—it is a total immersion into the fun and flavors of the South Island. Secure your entry for November 2026 and find out why thousands of runners from around the globe choose to runaway to Queenstown.

Races Offered

United Airlines 10km

Nov 14, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$105.00

La Roche Posay Half Marathon

Nov 14, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$158.00

NZ Sotheby's International Realty Marathon

Nov 14, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Running

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08:20

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$231.00

Kids Run (2.2km)

Nov 14, 2026

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Distance — 2.2K

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Type — Running

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13:00

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$47.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Millbrook.

thermostat Temperature

6.3° / 16.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

4.2° / 14.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 9m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.1 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.1 cm

air Avg wind speed

7.1 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

72.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:06

nightlight Sunset

19:52

About Millbrook

Learn more about the host city, Millbrook.

Millbrook Resort is a luxury resort near Queenstown, New Zealand. It is located 4 kilometres to the west of the historic gold-mining town of Arrowtown. The resort covers 650 acres of the Wakatipu Basin - a glacial valley bordered by the Crown Range, The Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu.