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Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB
Rotorua, New Zealand
February 13, 2027 to February 14, 2027Date confirmed
163 km102 km52 km23 km+1
ForestLakes & Ponds+4
Running Theme (Nature, Mountains & Coast)
Waterfall Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Nature and mountain trail runs passing roaring gorges, alpine streams, and cascading waterfalls. Browse 51 events (18 confirmed dates) and 285 races from 1.5 km to 218 km.
Events5118 confirmed dates
Competitions285Races & courses
Distances1.5 - 218 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+11,510 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Valentine's Day Marathon
Terni, Italy
February 21, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km2 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+8
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Locronan-Plogonnec-Quimper Half-Marathon
Quimper, France
March 21, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km
Point-to-PointCity Run+4
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Sonasid High Atlas Ultra trail
Ouirgane, Morocco
May 8, 2027 to May 9, 2027Date confirmed
120 km80 km60 km42 km+2
High AltitudeCharity Run+9
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Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB
Katoomba, Australia
May 13, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
161.1 km101 km51 km22 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+5
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Victoria Falls Marathon
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
July 4, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km18 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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Lozère Trail
Chanac, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
110 km52 km27 km25 km+3
ForestKids & Youth Races+11
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Elephant Trail Race
Hastings, Australia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
218 km163.2 km108.8 km51.8 km+3
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 13, 2027 - Feb 14, 2027 | Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB | Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, NZ | Trail Running | 163 km102 km52 km23 km |
| Feb 21, 2027 | Valentine's Day Marathon | Terni, Umbria, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km2 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2027 | Locronan-Plogonnec-Quimper Half-Marathon | Quimper, Brittany, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2027 - May 9, 2027 | Sonasid High Atlas Ultra trail | Ouirgane, Marrakech-Safi, MA | Trail Running | 120 km80 km60 km42 km |
| May 13, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB | Katoomba, New South Wales, AU | Trail Running | 161.1 km101 km51 km22 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 4, 2027 | Victoria Falls Marathon | Victoria Falls, Matabeleland Septentrional, ZW | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km18 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Lozère Trail | Chanac, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 110 km52 km27 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Elephant Trail Race | Hastings, Victoria, AU | Trail Running | 218 km163.2 km108.8 km51.8 km |
| Date to be announced | Ultra Paine |  Puerto Natales, Magallanes Region, CL | Trail Running | 80 km50 km42 km35 km |
| Date to be announced | Wy’East 28K and 50K Trail Fest |  Mount Hood, Oregon, US | Trail Running | 80 km50 km28 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail des Cascades Mortain-Bocage | Mortain-Bocage, Normandy, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 32 km15 km12 km9 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail of the Cascade d'Ars | Aulus-les-Bains, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 33 km14 km6 km1.5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Nature and mountain trail runs passing roaring gorges, alpine streams, and cascading waterfalls. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Waterfall theme currently spans 51 public events and 285 individual competitions, including 18 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Trail and mountain races route athletes through dramatic valleys and canyon trails. Primary disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking with race distances from 1.5 km to 218 km.
Spray-dampened rock slabs, wooden footbridges, and stepped gorge trails require grippy wet-rock outsoles. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +11,510 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Rotorua, Terni, Quimper, and Ouirgane. Notable events in this category include Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB, Valentine's Day Marathon, and Locronan-Plogonnec-Quimper Half-Marathon. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What defines Waterfall events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Nature and mountain trail runs passing roaring gorges, alpine streams, and cascading waterfalls. RunningCompass currently lists 51 events with 285 individual competitions under the Waterfall theme. A total of 18 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.
What distances and disciplines are typical for Waterfall races?
Trail and mountain races route athletes through dramatic valleys and canyon trails. The 285 listed competitions span distances from 1.5 km to 218 km, led by Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.
What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Waterfall?
Spray-dampened rock slabs, wooden footbridges, and stepped gorge trails require grippy wet-rock outsoles. Races in this theme reach up to +11,510 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.
Where do Waterfall events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Rotorua, Terni, Quimper, and Ouirgane. Notable events in this category include Tarawera Ultra-Trail New Zealand by UTMB, Valentine's Day Marathon, and Locronan-Plogonnec-Quimper Half-Marathon. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 51 events by country, region, month, and distance.