NZCT
Half Marathon
Half the distance, all the atmosphere.
Take on 21.1 km
Race Details
| Date | Saturday 2nd May 2026 |
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| Entry Fee | View All Entry Fees |
| Distance | 21.1km |
| Start Time | 7.45am |
| Start Line | Whangamarino School |
| Finish Line | Novotel Rotorua Lakeside |
| Transportation | Bus transportation is included for ALL participants with their Half Marathon entry. Buses will take participants from the outside the Rotorua iSite on Fenton St. Buses start departing from 6:15am to 7:00am (last departure) to Whangamarino School, a journey of approximately 20mins. For logistical and safety reasons, there will be NO personal drop-offs permitted for participants. Participants must use the event transport provided within their entry. |
| Bag Drop | There will be a drop bag service for all Half Marathon participants to bring any individual gear back to the finish area for individual collection at the finish of your run or walk. |
| Minimum Age | Half Marathon entrants must be 16 years or older on race day to compete. |
| Time Limit | Official event timing will cease at 5:00pm. Those crossing the finish line after this time will be deemed not to have finished and will not be eligible for the finisher's medal. |
| Prizegiving | 1.00PM on the Lakefront Reserve | Walkers | Walkers are welcome in all events, and walkers will be separated in the results. However, there are no merit awards for walkers. |
| Elite Athletes | Please contact marathon@athletics.org.nz to discuss support available for elite athletes. |
Course Details
The Rotorua Half Marathon offers a stunning point-to-point journey. Starting from the picturesque Whangamarino School on the shores of Lake Rotoiti, the course follows the second half of the full marathon route. From the junction of Hamurana Road and State Highway 33, runners take on a scenic, rolling road challenge before finishing at the lakefront outside the Novotel Rotorua. It’s the perfect mix of iconic scenery, community spirit, and a truly memorable finish.
The above map distance is approximate. This course is World Athletics Certified.
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