Sunday 18 October 2026
Hastings, Mitre 10 Hawke's Bay Sports Park
The race
This event features a variety of race formats catering to participants ranging from beginners to experienced athletes. Options include individual or team entries across multiple disciplines, including triathlons, duathlons, aquathons, and aquabikes, as well as dedicated run/walk categories.
The triathlon courses offer three distinct distances, each combining swimming, cycling, and running, with the shortest designed to be accessible while still providing a challenge. The run/walk options allow participants to engage at their own pace, with distances catering to different fitness levels.
The event is set against the backdrop of Hawkes Bay’s scenic landscape, contributing to a vibrant atmosphere that encourages community involvement. Local support is evident, as the event raises funds for the Heretaunga Women’s Centre, fostering a sense of camaraderie and purpose among participants. The varied race formats and supportive community environment make this an inclusive and engaging experience for all.
Pick your race
Run/Walk 10K
10km
Run/Walk 7.5K
7.5km
Run/Walk 5K
5km
Run/Walk 2.5K
2.5km
Long Triathlon
Duathlon
Middle Triathlon
Aquabike
Short Triathlon
Aquathon
What to expect
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
42 Percival Road, Frimley, Hastings 4120, New ZealandGet directions(opens in a new tab)
From runners
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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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