This event took place on 18 Apr, 2026 (Sat)

Saturday 18 April 2026
New Plymouth, Egmont Honey HQ to Ngāmotu Beach Domain
The race
The Egmont Honey Half Marathon features a 21km course that starts from the Egmont Honey headquarters in Bell Block and concludes at Ngāmotu Beach. This route offers participants a diverse experience, combining suburban pathways with the picturesque coastal scenery of New Plymouth. The event accommodates individual runners as well as pairs who prefer a relay format, with a changeover at the midpoint of the race.
Additionally, there is a shorter 6km course designed to include participants of all ages, making it a family-friendly option. This shorter race both starts and finishes at Ngāmotu Beach, allowing for easy access and a concentrated festive atmosphere at the beach domain.
Participants can expect an engaging race experience that not only challenges their endurance but also provides a scenic tour of Taranaki’s coastal and urban landscapes. This event tends to attract a diverse group of runners, from competitive athletes to casual participants, enhancing the community feel of the race day.
Pick your race
Half Marathon - solo
21.1km
Half Marathon - pairs relay
21.1km
6K
6km
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
21 Connett Road West, Bell Block, New Plymouth 4373, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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