Round the Bays

The largest mass participation event in the lower North Island and the third-largest in Aotearoa, this iconic community fun run has been going strong for over 46 years, with Nuku Ora proudly leading the event for the past 23.

In 2025, Round the Bays went national. The event expanded into a three-city series delivered by Stuff Group’s events team, starting in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington, followed by Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, and culminating in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

While the operational delivery is now managed by Stuff Group, Nuku Ora remains the proud owner and a key partner in delivering the Wellington leg of the event. Round the Bays continues to be a celebration of movement that unites our community and promotes active, healthy lifestyles across Pōneke.

Whether you run, walk, or roll, Round the Bays is for everyone. Join us in celebrating movement, connection, and community.

Keen to know more?

Learn more about Southern Cross Round the Bays ​​​​​