Merino Muster 2027 – Celebrating 50 Years of Worldloppet!

What a fantastic day we had at the 2026 Merino Muster! A huge thank you to everyone who raced, volunteered, supported and cheered us on. Your energy and enthusiasm made it a truly memorable event at Snow Farm.

Now we’re looking ahead to an extra-special 2027 Merino Muster, as we join the Worldloppet community in celebrating 50 years of Worldloppet.

Save the Date – Saturday 28 August 2027

The 2027 Merino Muster will once again bring skiers together at Snow Farm for a celebration of cross-country skiing, community, competition and the spirit of the Worldloppet family.

2027 marks 50 years of Worldloppet — half a century of bringing skiers from around the globe together through a shared love of long-distance cross-country skiing. It’s a wonderful milestone, and we’re excited to be part of the celebrations here in New Zealand.Whether you’re a seasoned Worldloppet skier chasing another race, taking on your first challenge, or simply coming along to enjoy the unique atmosphere of the Merino Muster, 2027 is going to be a year to remember.

Save the date and join us on the snow! More details and entries will be available soon.

About the Merino Muster

The Merino Muster is New Zealand's only XC ski marathon, and has been running since 1995. The event is held at Snow Farm, NZ's only cross-country ski field based 1500m above the Cardrona Valley.

Snow Farm’s trails and surroundings have attracted international cross country and biathlon ski teams for many years.

The cross country ski trails roam across the lower part of the Pisa range. Many follow old farm and mustering trails while others were formed to exploit the topography and shaped for snow retention.