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This event took place on 24 Feb, 2026 (Tue)
Tuesday 24 February 2026
Wellington Waterfront 5K: February
Wellington, Taranaki St Wharf
The race
About this course
The Wellington Waterfront 5K Fun Run & Walk offers participants a scenic route along the bustling waterfront. The course begins on the east side of the link span bridge/diving platform and takes runners and walkers past notable landmarks such as the Te Papa Museum. It continues past the lively marina area, rounds Clyde Quay Wharf, and extends to Oriental Bay. Participants then loop back just past Carlton Gore Road to the starting point.
The course is well-marshaled at key points, including the Clyde Quay Wharf turn and the traffic turnarounds, ensuring safety and smooth navigation for all participants. This event is part of the Wellington Waterfront 5K Series managed by the Wellington Scottish Athletics Club, highlighting community involvement and encouraging both competitive and casual participants to enjoy the vibrant waterfront setting. The atmosphere is friendly and inviting, suitable for participants of various fitness levels and providing a lively evening activity along one of Wellington’s most picturesque routes.
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Distances
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.
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Getting there
Event location
4 Taranaki Street, Wellington Central, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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