www.christchurchmarathon.co.nz

Christchurch Marathon

Name: Christchurch Marathon
Start: 2026-04-12
End: 2026-04-12
Location: Christchurch

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flag New Zealand

calendar_today 12 Apr, 2026

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language Official Website

About the Event

Discover the vibrant energy of a city reborn at the Christchurch Marathon on April 12th, 2026. As New Zealand's fastest-growing marathon, this event offers a uniquely flat and fast course, perfect for chasing a personal best while exploring the city's stunning urban and riverside landscapes. Choose your challenge across five distances, including the Marathon, Half Marathon, and a Youth 3k, ensuring an inclusive experience for every ability. Soak up the incredible crowd support and be part of a celebration that combines top-tier athleticism with a powerful community spirit, all in support of the Rānui House charity. Lace up for an unforgettable run where new city cool meets classic Kiwi determination.

Races Offered

10km

Apr 12, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Road running

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102 days remaining

Half Marathon

Apr 12, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Road running

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102 days remaining

Marathon

Apr 12, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Road running

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102 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Christchurch.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 10.2° / 17.4°

wb_sunny 7.6° / 15.4°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.9 /

water_drop 78.3%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 10.2° / 17.4°

wb_sunny 7.6° / 15.4°

air 11.9 km/h

water_drop 78.3%

About Christchurch

Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand, and the second most-populous urban area in the country. As well as having the most attractions of any place in the South Island, it's the major international entry point for visiting the rest of the island. It is on the east coast of the South Island, and is the centre of the Canterbury region.