The Possum

Possum merch orders close Friday!

The glow-in-the-dark Possum logo is back, the hoodies are ridiculously comfy, and the merino beanies are made for winter adventures.

Merch orders close 9am Friday, so don't leave it too late.

Not entered yet? Add merch when you sign up.
Already entered and caught a case of hoodie FOMO? You can still grab your favourites through the merch shop.

Get your glow on before it's gone.
Shop here 👉 https://eventplus.net/pos26/shop

Tonight's the night.

If you've been sitting there thinking, "I'll enter tomorrow" - this is your sign that tomorrow will cost you more.

The Possum pack is growing, headlamps are charging, and Taupō is getting ready to glow. Don't miss out on the best price. Lock it in now and join the adventure.

The 5km trail is where Possums are born.

It's the perfect excuse to round up the kids, rope in a few mates, dust off the headlamp and get amongst the action.

No scary distances. No pressure.
Just a whole lot of laughs, glowing trails and that unbeatable finish line feeling.

Whether you're walking, jogging, running or simply there for a good time, the 5km trail is all about soaking up the Possum magic.

Trust us - once you've done one, you'll be back for more.

A huge congratulations to Hellene Ross, winner of our The Possum & Taupō Winter Festival Double Pass Giveaway!

Hellene, please flick an email to [email protected] and we'll get you sorted with all the details.

A massive thank you to everyone who entered. We loved seeing so many people keen to light up Taupō.

Didn't take home the prize? Don't forget there's still a 10% discount code hidden in the competition post waiting to be used.

ENTRIES CLOSED!
Winner will be announced soon. Stay tuned!
🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME 🎉

Taupō Winter Festival x The Possum Night Trail Run 🌙

We’ve teamed up to give away a double pass to one of Taupō’s most iconic winter adventures!

Ready to run, laugh, and embrace the wild side of winter? ❄️

To enter:

✔️ Follow & The Possum
✔️ Tag the friend you’d take on the adventure 👇
✔️ Bonus: Share to your story for extra luck!

🎟️ Winner will receive a double pass (2 entries) to the Possum Night Trail Run
📅 Entries close 31st of May

PLUS — not keen to leave it to chance?
Use code WINTERFEST for 10% off your entry!

Get amongst it, Taupō… winter is calling 🌟

The Possum is getting closer and so is the next price rise!

Standard entries disappear on 14 June (unless you Possums sell it out first).

Entries are flying in from all over the country, with more and more runners locking in their winter adventure under the stars.

If you've been thinking "I'll enter next week,"this is your sign.
Get in now, save a few dollars, and join the pack.
Sign up here before standard entries cross the finish line - www.thepossum.co.nz

We’re cooking up something special… the 2026 Possum medals are in the works!
Every finisher will score one to mark their big night out on the trails.

Not a medal person? No worries. You can choose to donate instead, with proceeds going to Kids Greening Taupo, to help grow something good for the future.

Want both? Too easy. Select your medal and add a donation when you enter.

Run it your way, but either way, you’re part of something bigger.

Thinking about taking on The Possum this July?
Our mates at Squadrun Academy are hooking a few lucky runners up with FREE coaching and training support all the way through to race day.

Whether you’re chasing your first night trail run, stepping up to a new distance, or just keen to feel a bit more confident heading into Possum weekend, this is seriously epic.

The Possum is all about good vibes, glowing trails, and an unforgettable winter weekend in Taupo for the whole crew.

Want in?
Email [email protected] with the subject line: “Light it up”

Winners score free coaching support, plus there’ll be plenty of other giveaways along the way too.

Not too short. Not too savage. Just right - the 11km mission!

The 11km is where the Possum magic really kicks in and is our most popular course. A perfect mix of flow, challenge, and full night-time vibes.

Straight into the dark you go - smooth trails, riverside running, and the distant roar of Huka Falls rolling through the night. Energy builds with every step.

Then the grand finale… a glowing run through the enchanted forest, where the lights pull you home and the Possum buzz hits its peak.

That “yeah… that glowed” feeling.

We’re back with another epic Possum Pack - stacked with trail gear you’ll actually want to win!

What’s up for grabs:
🏃Topo Athletic New Zealand NZ MT-5 Trail Shoes
🏃‍♀️Ultimate Direction Hydration Vest (Men’s or Women’s)
🏃goodr Sunglasses – OG’s or GC’s

How to get in the draw:
🏃 Be entered in The Possum 2026 by May 15 (yep, we’re checking)
🏃‍♀️ Drop your ultimate trail name in the comments. Think funny, fierce or completely unhinged!

Easy as. You’re in.

Let’s see what you’ve got… Possum crew.