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First Light Marathon 2025
January
The First Light Marathon takes place in Tairāwhiti Gisborne, Aotearoa.
Tairāwhiti Gisborne is also known for being the first city in the world to see the sun each day, hence the name of the marathon. Each runner will also be able to discover Tairāwhiti’s stunning natural environment and the rich stories of tangata whenua (people of the land).
This is our cultural package that includes a Pōwhiri - Māori welcoming ceremony, involving whaikōrero (formal speech) , waiata (singing) and kai (food). Karanga - the welcoming call plus three nights stay on the Marae including meals.
Great Wall Marathon 2025
May
Influence Crew has a huge amount of experience in both travelling to and sending runners and walkers to the Great Wall Marathon and we send a large number of runners each year.
We like to provide you with options for the Great Wall Marathon. Our ‘Travel With Us’ package offers a comfortable stay in rural Jixian near the Marathon event, you also get to enjoy the hustle and bustle of Beijing for a chance to take tours of this fascinating city and shop until you drop!
Petra Desert Marathon 2025 September
Starting in the ancient city of Petra, the Petra Desert Marathon leads runners past the incredible tombs, mountainside carvings, and caves before venturing into the arid, lunar-like landscapes of the Jordanian desert. Choose the marathon, half-marathon, or cheer on the runners!
Embark on an Arabian adventure and run the desert race of a lifetime!
First Light Marathon 2026
January
The First Light Marathon takes place in Tairāwhiti Gisborne, Aotearoa.
Tairāwhiti Gisborne is also known for being the first city in the world to see the sun each day, hence the name of the marathon. Each runner will also be able to discover Tairāwhiti’s stunning natural environment and the rich stories of tangata whenua (people of the land).
This is our cultural package that includes a Pōwhiri - Māori welcoming ceremony, involving whaikōrero (formal speech) , waiata (singing) and kai (food). Karanga - the welcoming call plus three nights stay on the Marae including meals.
Lost City Marathon Mexico 2026 February
The Lost City Marathon kicks off from the ancient Maya city of Palenque, México.
The race features both a marathon and a half marathon. The awe-inspiring route follows jungle trails, majestic rivers, picturesque ranches and small villages. It's a challenging race crossing various surfaces and steep hills.
Palenque is nestled in the dense rainforests of the Chiapas region on the Yucatan peninsula, surrounded by lush vegetation and breathtaking beauty.
Petra Desert Marathon 2026 September
Starting in the ancient city of Petra, the Petra Desert Marathon leads runners past the incredible tombs, mountainside carvings, and caves before venturing into the arid, lunar-like landscapes of the Jordanian desert. Choose the marathon, half-marathon, or cheer on the runners!
Embark on an Arabian adventure and run the desert race of a lifetime!