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The 2027 Arbor Green Selwyn Stampede is back, bigger and better than ever. Building on the success of previous years, we're continuing to evolve the participant experience to deliver one of New Zealand's best community running events.

Set on our flat, fast, and scenic course through the Arbor Green development in Rolleston, the Selwyn Stampede is the perfect event whether you're chasing a personal best, ticking off your first ever event, or simply enjoying an active day out with friends and whānau. With virtually no elevation, it's a course designed to help every participant achieve their own goals.

Choose from our 1km, 5.25km, 10.5km, and Half Marathon distances, with options for runners and walkers of all abilities. Take on the challenge individually, enter as part of the Corporate Challenge or Team Relay, or bring the whole family together for our popular family team category.

From the moment you arrive to the finish line celebrations, every part of the Selwyn Stampede is designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and memorable. Whether you're an experienced runner chasing a new PB or a first timer looking to experience the buzz of event day, you'll find a place on the start line.

Join us in 2027 and discover why the Arbor Green Selwyn Stampede continues to grow as one of Canterbury's favourite running events.

“A run or walk for everyone”

Whether you're chasing a personal best, taking on your first event, or simply enjoying an active day out, there's a place for you at the 2027 Arbor Green Selwyn Stampede.

Our flat, fast course is designed for runners and walkers of all abilities, with distances to suit everyone from beginners through to experienced athletes. Every participant is welcomed and celebrated, regardless of their goal.

With a range of age group categories and an unforgettable event atmosphere, it's the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy one of Canterbury's favourite community running events.

Build stronger teams, boost workplace wellbeing, and enjoy a little friendly rivalry at the 2027 Arbor Green Selwyn Stampede Corporate Challenge.

Every kilometre your team completes contributes to your workplace's overall score, rewarding participation just as much as performance. Whether you're fielding a team of seasoned runners or first-time walkers, it's a fun, inclusive challenge that gets everyone involved.

Grab your mates, family, or training partners and take on the 2027 Arbor Green Selwyn Stampede Team Relay. Share the challenge, the excitement, and the finish line across a Half Marathon distance.

Enter as a team of four, with each runner completing 5.25km, or as a team of two, with each runner tackling 10.5km. Whether you're racing for the podium or simply enjoying the experience together, the Team Relay is all about teamwork, encouragement, and having fun.

With Men's, Women's, Mixed, Youth, and Masters categories, there's a relay for every team.

Bring the whole whānau together for the 2027 Arbor Green Selwyn Stampede Family Challenge. Cover the 5.25km course side by side and enjoy a fun, active day out together.

Whether you're walking, jogging, or running, the Family Challenge is all about spending quality time together and creating lasting memories. From young children to grandparents, everyone can be part of the experience.

There are no expectations, just a welcoming atmosphere, plenty of encouragement, and the chance to celebrate being active as a family.