About this event
River Racing NZ hosts the World Jet Boat Marathon across 1,000+ km of South Island river systems — Canterbury to Otago/Southland. Features the Norm & Simon Bagrie Memorial Race on the Rakaia River. International competitors, technical whitewater racing, and dramatic multi-day stages. Subject to UIM ratification.
- Dates
- Nov 1–7, 2027
- Venue
- South Island River Systems — Rakaia River & Canterbury Region
- City
- Canterbury, NZ
- Organizer
- River Racing NZ (NZ Jet Boat River Racing Association)
Dates and details come from the organizer and public race and event news. Always confirm with the organizer before you travel.