5.25km Family Challenge Run or Walk

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Arbor Green, Rolleston 

About

The Lay's Family Challenge is all about getting the whole whānau active together. Set on our scenic 5.25km course through the Arbor Green subdivision in Rolleston, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy a fun and memorable day out.

Walk, jog, or run the course together at your own pace. Whether you're encouraging little legs across the finish line, pushing a buggy, or sharing the experience with grandparents, everyone is welcome.

The Family Challenge isn't about who finishes first. It's about creating lasting memories, celebrating being active together, and enjoying everything that makes the 2027 Arbor Green Selwyn Stampede such a special community event.

Sunday 21.02.2027

Start Times​​​​​​​

Half Marathon & Relay start: 8:00am (briefing 7:50am)

10.5km start: 8:00am (briefing 7:50am)

5.25km start: 8:00am (briefing 7:50am)

1km kids dash start: 9:30am (briefing 9:20am)

Race Pack Collection 

Friday 19 February

  • 4:30pm to 7:00pm
  • Selwyn Sports Centre

Saturday 20 February

  • 10:00am to 2:00pm 
  • Selwyn Sports Centre

Sunday 1 February (Race Day!)

  • 6:30am to 7:45am
  • Foster Park, Registration Trailer (near finish shoot)

2027 Course Map​​​​​​​

Course Overview

Runners and walkers will experience the fantastic master-planned Arbor Green subdivision as they make their way around our flat, fast 5.25km loop.

Starting and finishing on Goulds Road, participants head towards the heart of Rolleston before turning onto the wide, welcoming pathways of Arbor Green Boulevard. The course then continues onto Westmoor Boulevard, where the atmosphere will be buzzing as runners and walkers pass each other in both directions during the out-and-back section.

After returning along Westmoor Boulevard, participants rejoin Arbor Green Boulevard for a short stretch before turning onto Dunns Crossing Road and making their way back to Goulds Road.

From there, participants will either head into the finish hub or continue out for their second, third, or fourth lap, depending on their chosen distance.

Designed with both runners and walkers in mind, the course offers wide pathways, great spectator viewing, an electric atmosphere, and virtually no elevation, making it ideal for first-timers and PB chasers alike.

5.25km Family Challenge Run or Walk

(The whole family completes 5km together)

“A run or walk for everyone”

2027 Stampede Partners