Name: North Shore Marathon | Half Marathon | Quarter Marathon | FUN 5km | KIDS Mile
Start: 2026-09-06
End: 2026-09-06
Location: Auckland

About the Event

Experience one of New Zealand's most spectacular coastal runs at the North Shore Marathon, returning on Sunday, 6th September 2026. Starting at Milford Reserve, this iconic event offers a stunning course for every ability, from the full 42km marathon to a family-friendly Kids Mile, each showcasing the breathtaking beauty of Auckland's coastline. Your journey will weave along golden sands at Milford and Takapuna beaches before climbing the historic volcanic cone of Maungauika/North Head for panoramic Hauraki Gulf views. With a festive atmosphere marking both the start of spring and Fathers Day, it's a true community celebration. Secure your Early Bird entry to receive a finisher's medal and an event T-shirt, and be part of a proud legacy that has celebrated the shore's best running since 2007. Choose your distance and join thousands for a truly unforgettable day where world-class scenery powers every stride.

Races Offered

Marathon

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Road running

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06:00

Half Marathon Run

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Road running

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07:00

Half Marathon Walk

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Road running

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07:05

Quarter Marathon 10.5km RUN

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 10.5K

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Type — Road running

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09:15

Quarter Marathon 10.5km WALK

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 10.5K

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Type — Road running

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09:17

FUN 5km RUN

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Road running

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10:00

FUN 5km WALK

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Road running

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10:02

KIDS Marathon Mile

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 1.6K

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Type — Road running

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10:30

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Auckland.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 11.1° / 16.1°

wb_sunny 7.5° / 12.9°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 18.3 /

water_drop 80.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 11.1° / 16.1°

wb_sunny 7.5° / 12.9°

air 18.3 km/h

water_drop 80.2%

About Auckland

Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand at 1.7 million citizens, and the main arrival point for visitors to the country. It is a vibrant multicultural city, set around two big natural harbours, and ranked as one of the most liveable cities in the world. It is in the warm northern part of the North Island, on a narrow isthmus that joins the Northland peninsula to the rest of the island.