Get ready, Ōtautahi Christchurch!
Southern Cross Round the Bays is making waves on Sunday 22 February 2026 - and you’re invited!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just keen for a cruisey stroll with friends and family, our 8.4km flat course is perfect for all ages and fitness levels.
This year’s theme, ELEMENTAL, brings a fresh spark to the series - and in Ōtautahi, we’re all about Water. Flow with the rhythm of rivers, estuaries and open skies as you soak up the energy along this epic course.
So rally your crew, bring the good vibes and let’s move, laugh and make memories together - one splash at a time.
Entry options (prices include GST & ticket processing fees)
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Adult Entry
Price changes in 19 days 16 hours-
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Enter now for Adult EntryNZ$40.00
Earlybird Adult Entry (16 years and over on event day).
Now registering Sept 15 – Oct 19
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Child Entry
Price changes in 19 days 16 hours-
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Enter now for Child EntryNZ$20.00
Earlybird Child Entry (5 - 15 years on event day).
Now registering Sept 15 – Oct 19
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Infant Entry
Price changes in 19 days 16 hours-
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Enter now for Infant Entry
FREE Earlybird Infant Entry (0 - 4 years on race day).
Now registering Sept 15 – Oct 19
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Create a Team & Pay Now for Your Team Members’ Entries
To pay for your team members’ entries, complete this form, add your team’s details and purchase entry gift codes. THIS IS NOT AN ENTRY FORM. If you’re taking part on the day, you’ll also need to complete your own entry form. Team members paying for their own entries? No problem. Sign up as an Adult Entry and add your team’s details to your entry form.
Hospitality Packages Only
Book a Hospo Package(s) and celebrate with your team mates at in the Hospo Zone after you've all crossed the finish line! Each hospo site can accommodate up to 30 people. Ensure you have enough sites to accommodate all of your team members. NO ENTRIES included in Hospo Package bookings.
Team Entries - Pay By Invoice Access code only
Applies only to teams with 250+ participants or individual transactions exceeding $5000. If you meet this criteria, email the team at roundthebays@stuff.co.nz for more details and to request an Access Code. Amounts for teams with less than 250 participants or transactions less than $5000 are payable by credit card only.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Southern Cross Round the Bays Christchurch
- Website
- Visit website
