Saturday 4th May 2024

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5.5km race

 
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Embrace Rotorua's stunning beauty and cultural vibes. Starting from the Government Gardens, traverse the iconic Sulphur Flats and loop back along the marathon route to the finish line.

This 5.5km journey is your ticket to an unforgettable Rotorua experience – nature, history, and a whole lot of fun!

 
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Date Saturday 4th May 2024
Entry Fee From $34 + processing fee - View All Entry Fees
Distance 5.5km
Start Time 8:30am
Start & Finish Line Queens Drive, Government Gardens
Minimum Age Entrants must be 10 years or older on race day to compete.
Spot Prizes Spot Prizes can be won after picking your event number at registration. Spot Prizes are randomly drawn from all event entrants at the Prize Giving. You must be present to collect your prize.
Walkers Walkers are welcome to enter the 5.5km race. Please adhere to all course cut off times and ensure walkers start at the back behind the runners and keep to the left at all times.
Merchandise All entrants receive a complimentary 60th edition drawstring bag as part of their entry and can be collected at Registration alongside your race bib.

Event t-shirts can be pre-ordered on the Rotorua Marathon website (prior to 2 March) or a limited number will be available to purchase at the expo. All pre-ordered merchandise is pick up only from the Rotorua Events Centre on Friday 3rd May 2024 prior to race day. Uncollected merchandise will not be sent out post-event.

 
 
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Course

The Rotorua Marathon’s 5.5km race distance offers a melting pot of popular sights and breathtaking beauty throughout the city, including the historic Government Gardens and the famous geothermal Sulphur Flats.

This distance is perfect for fundraising groups, families and anyone beginning their running journey.

 
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