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Shotover Moonlight Mountain Marathon

Name: Shotover Moonlight Mountain Marathon
Start: 2026-02-20
End: 2026-02-21
Location: Queenstown

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flag New Zealand

calendar_today 20 Feb, 2026 – 21 Feb, 2026

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About the Event

Answer the call of the high country at the Shotover Moonlight Mountain Marathon, set for February 20-21, 2026, on Queenstown's breathtaking Ben Lomond Station. This is not just a race; it's a true backcountry expedition starting beside the iconic Shotover River. Test your limits on a course weaving through historic gold mining water races, across tussock lands, and down a thrilling scree slope, with surprises like a waterfall ladder and tunnel crossing. Conquer diverse terrain across the Marathon, 30km, Half Marathon, or 10km distances, finishing near the serene beauty of Moke Lake. Experience a uniquely rugged journey hosted by the Foster family on their working high-country station. Secure your spot for an unforgettable trail running adventure in the heart of Aotearoa.

Races Offered

Ben Lomond Vertical Kilometre

Feb 20, 2026

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Distance — 3K

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Type — Road running

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08:30

Moonlight Ultra

Feb 21, 2026

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Distance — 56K

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Type — Road running

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06:30

Half Marathon

Feb 21, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Road running

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11:00

10K

Feb 21, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Road running

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11:15

30 km adventure Run

Feb 21, 2026

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Distance — 30K

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Type — Road running

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51 days remaining

Marathon

Feb 21, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Road running

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51 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Queenstown.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 12.8° / 20.3°

wb_sunny 11.9° / 19.6°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 4.9 /

water_drop 69.8%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 12.8° / 20.3°

wb_sunny 11.9° / 19.6°

air 4.9 km/h

water_drop 69.8%

About Queenstown

Queenstown is a world renowned resort town in the South Island of New Zealand. The town sits on the edge of Lake Wakatipu and is surrounded by the Southern Alps.