Keen to get involved, but not keen to run? We’ve got you.

Our events wouldn’t be possible without the awesome energy of our volunteers - and we’d love to have you on the team!

No experience? No worries. If you’ve got a smile and a can-do attitude, you're in. Whether you're helping with Bib Collection, installing signage, refilling water stations, cheering at the finish line or guiding participants on course, you'll be supported by a team leader and given a full briefing so you feel confident and ready to go.

Got skills like first aid, retail, traffic management or social media? Let us know - we’ll do our best to match you to a role where you can shine. You can sign up as an individual or rally your whānau, workplace or community group and volunteer together.

It’s a fun, feel-good day out - and you’ll be part of something pretty special.

About round the bays

Community groups

If your community group, sports club or charity is looking for fundraising opportunities, please get in touch at volunteer@roundthebays.co.nz

Please note that due to health and safety requirements, all volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.

Why volunteer at Southern Cross Round the Bays?

Learn new skills, soak up the fun atmosphere and enjoy the friendly smiles from participants.

Get in touch with the Round the Bays team and find out more. Email us at roundthebays@stuff.co.nz.

VOLUNTEER TERMS

Helping the local community

Volunteers make this event happen, allowing thousands of people to get out and get moving, improving their physical and mental wellbeing.

Learn new skills

From pre-event organisation to on the day, no volunteer job is the same. Extend your experience and learn new skills at Southern Cross Round the Bays 2027.

Wellington

8.4km Fun Run and Half Marathon events
Sunday 14 February

Christchurch

8.4km event
Sunday 21 February  

Auckland

8.4km event
Sunday 7 March 
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