Sunday 18 April 2027
ASICS Christchurch Marathon
Christchurch, Hagley Park
The race
About this course
The event features a full marathon consisting of two laps around a flat course. Participants will experience a scenic route that passes by notable landmarks such as Hagley Park, the Christchurch Town Hall, Canterbury Museum, and the picturesque Avon River. The half marathon follows a single lap of this course, providing a similar experience.
The 10km route is a one-lap journey through the Central City, allowing runners to engage with the urban landscape.
Children can participate in various events, including a mile run and a 3K youth race. These races take place on a safe and scenic course that follows the dedicated cycle and foot paths within Hagley Park, enhancing the family-friendly atmosphere of the event.
This marathon weekend fosters community involvement, making it a popular choice for both local and visiting runners. The event is known for its supportive atmosphere, with spectators often lining the course to cheer on participants.
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Distances
Youth 3K
3km
10K - run/walk
10km
Half Marathon - run/walk
21.1km
Marathon - run
42.2km
Kids' mile
What to expect
Race day conditions
Terrain and altitude come from the course. Weather is a ten-year average for this date, not a forecast.
Weather data by Open-Meteo(opens in a new tab).
The course
Race route
Interactive Strava map with elevation profile and GPX data.
This map is based on a past edition of the event. The route for the upcoming edition may be different — check the official website.
Getting there
Event location
Armagh Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New ZealandGet directions(opens in a new tab)
From runners
What runners wish they’d known
Event details and map location come from public information on the official event website(opens in a new tab). If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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