Sunday 28 February 2027
Christchurch Motorway Half Marathon
Christchurch, Canterbury Agricultural Park
The race
About this course
Starting and finishing at the Canterbury Agricultural Park, this event features a traffic-free course designed to accommodate a wide range of participants, from beginners to seasoned athletes. Runners can experience a unique backdrop, with vehicles racing by on the adjacent motorway, enhancing the atmosphere of speed and competition.
In addition to the main half marathon, the event offers 5km and 10km options, each available for both running and walking participants. A dedicated 2km run for children encourages family involvement, fostering a sense of community and inclusivity. The overall environment is one that promotes camaraderie among runners, with various distances allowing for diverse participation levels.
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Distances
Half Marathon - run/walk
21.1km
10K - run/walk
10km
5K - run/walk
5km
Kids' 2K - run
2km
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).
Getting there
Event location
102 Curletts Road, Hillmorton, Christchurch 8042, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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