Saturday 23 January 2027
Mount Festival Half Marathon
Mount Maunganui, Pilot Bay
The race
About this course
The course features a scenic route that showcases some of New Zealand’s most iconic landscapes. Participants will navigate a one-lap layout that includes stretches along Marine Parade, Oceanbeach Road, and Maranui Street. A turnaround point at Sunbrae Grove leads runners back to the base track of the Mount, providing a rewarding finish.
The event fosters a family-friendly atmosphere with additional distances available, catering to a wide range of fitness levels. Community involvement is evident, enhancing the overall experience for participants and spectators alike.
This event is part of a larger festival that celebrates multisport, with the Tauranga Half Triathlon serving as a highlight of the weekend. The festive environment and local support contribute to a vibrant atmosphere, making it a notable occasion on the regional calendar.
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Distances
Half Marathon
21.1km
10.5K
10.5km
5K
5km
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
Pilot Bay Beach, Mount Maunganui 3116, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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