No, you can either walk around the colour station and then carry on walk/run/dance around the Hamilton Lake section, or you can stay behind and hang with us. We will have volunteers around the Lake celebrating your journey with you.

There are plenty of moving parts behind the scenes, and we’re lucky to have some incredible people helping bring this event to life. If you register your interest using the forms above, you’ll get an email update as soon as tickets are available. Ticket pricing: Adult - 16yr old plus - $20. Child- 7-15yr old- $10. Child-Under 6 - Free. Family Pass - 2 Adults 3 Children - $55.

This event is family friendly, and we encourage all to participate. If you need certain access requirements please let us know. Children under 14 years need to be accompanied by a responsible person who is 16 years or older.

You’re welcome to bring dogs to Innes Common as long as they’re on a lead. That said, we’d suggest leaving them at home for this one – the event will be noisy, crowded, and could be overwhelming for them. We want the day to be enjoyable for everyone, and this might not be the most comfortable setting for our four-legged friends.

The colour run/walk course and event zones will mostly follow the grassed areas at Innes Common, with some sections crossing concrete pathways. Please note that the grass can be uneven, which may present challenges for wheelchair users. You’re warmly invited to join the lake circuit instead, which features a mix of footpaths and boardwalks. The loop is around 4km and generally takes 45-60 minutes to complete, depending on your pace. Please note that if you intend to participate in the colour stations - you need to be prepared that they will be covered in coloured powder.

This is an all-weather fundraising event. In the unlikely case of extreme or dangerous weather (e.g. torrential rain, storms, or high winds), the event may be cancelled for safety reasons. As this is a charity fundraiser, tickets are non-refundable, with all proceeds going directly to Ronald McDonald House Charities in New Zealand. We appreciate your support and understanding.

This is a fundraising event in support of kiwi families that need a home away from home when their child is unwell and in hospital. All net proceeds will be donated directly to Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC NZ).

The Hamilton Lake loop is approximately 3.8km. On average, it takes 45–60 minutes to walk or 15–20 minutes to run. If you’re planning to dance and groove your way around, be sure to allow a little extra time to soak up the fun! You can go at your own pace.