The Spectacle

The Spectacle has been created by runners, for all runners. From the mile to the 100 mile, the trails to the roads, beginners to Olympians. Our vision: To unite the high-octane energy of road racing with the adventure of trail running, and create a unique running festival in the heart of Whakatu - Nelson. Whether you're a casual jogger or an elite, prefer racing the roads or trails, want the challenge of the mile or 100 mile, we're bringing runners of all levels and backgrounds together in the heart of our beautiful city. And to make this an event our community will never forget, we’re assembling elite milers from around the world to create a spectacle rarely seen in Aotearoa — a chance to witness elite athletes from around the world racing through the streets of Nelson.