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This event took place on 18 Mar, 2026 (Wed)
Wednesday 18 March 2026
Don Greig Racing Stables Twilight Challenge
Christchurch, Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub
The race
About this course
Set in the evening at Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub, the DGRS Twilight Challenge offers a unique opportunity for participants to compete alongside current and former running legends. The event features a range of distances, including a 1000m dash and a 5000m run, which also doubles as the Canterbury 5000m Championships. Additionally, teams can engage in the 4 x 400m relay, fostering both community participation and competitive spirit.
The atmosphere is vibrant, underpinned by the thrill of nighttime racing and the prestige of competing in a championship event. The track setting ensures fast, flat courses conducive to personal bests and high-level competition. This event not only attracts local athletes but also serves as a significant gathering for the running community, offering various race categories that cater to different age groups and skill levels.
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Distances
5000m open/community
5km
5000m elite
5km
U16 1000m
1km
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.
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Getting there
Event location
Augustine Drive, Wigram, Christchurch 8025, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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