Sunday 14 February 2027
Southern Cross Round the Bays – Wellington
Wellington, Waitangi Park
The race
About this course
The course features a scenic 8.4km route that begins at Waitangi Park and follows the waterfront, showcasing Wellington’s inner city harbour. Runners will navigate along Evans Bay Parade, turning onto Cobham Drive before reaching the Miramar Roundabout for a turnaround. The route concludes at Kilbirnie Park, offering participants beautiful views throughout the journey.
The Half Marathon utilizes a certified course, ensuring accuracy for those aiming for personal bests. Both events are designed to create a lively atmosphere, characterized by various entertainment options along the route, contributing to a vibrant community celebration.
Participants can engage in the event individually or in groups, fostering a sense of camaraderie among friends, family, and colleagues. The event is a highlight of the local running calendar, drawing a diverse range of participants from the community.
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Distances
Half Marathon
21.1km
8.4K
8.4km
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).
The course
Race route
Interactive Strava map with elevation profile and GPX data.
This map is based on a past edition of the event. The route for the upcoming edition may be different — check the official website.
Getting there
Event location
Herd Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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