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Here's everything you need to know for race morning in Christchurch.
If you haven’t collected your bib by race morning, please visit our info tent located on . Open from 6:30am - 9am. Please allow at least 20 minutes as there will be long queues.
Arrive at the start line at least 30 minutes early, and make sure you’re in the right start group before the gun goes.
There is no parking at the start line and limited parking at the finish line. Catch the bus to the start line from Christchurch Bus Exchange on the corner of Lichfield and Colombo Street.
All buses will be leaving from Bay 8 from 7.00am - 9.00am.
Option 1 - drop off only in the shopping precinct at 1005 Ferry Road, then walk to the start line area.
Option 2 - Kite Lane drop off only.
Please note, any exiting traffic from these locations will need to go back onto Ferry Road due to road restrictions in place.
Please arrive at the start line by 9.00am at the latest
Live music, food vendors and giveaways. Soak up the good vibes and celebrate completing #RTB26
Buses leave the finish line from Bowhill Road/Thomson Park to the Christchurch Bus Exchange.
Drop a bag at the start line, collect it when you finish. Use your own small drawstring-style bag (no backpacks or handbags), and leave valuables at home. Tear the gear tag from your bib and add it to your bag - they share the same bib number, so your bag will be easy to find.
Public transport is the easiest way in and out on the day - parking near the start and finish is limited and roads will be closed for the event.
[Link to full transport/road closure details once confirmed.]
We recommend bringing your own drink bottles with you, but we will have a handful of water stations along the course for those who need to quench their thirst - check the course map for exact locations once confirmed for 2027.
Once you cross the finish line, you’ll receive your all-important finisher’s medal. Then, please keep moving, there will be lots of other participants behind you. Remember to arrange a specific meeting spot with your friends and family, enjoy the music, food, freebies and entertainment waiting for you at the finish festival.
Head to the Information Tent, or contact us afterwards with your name, bib number, and what you’ve lost.
Go straight to the nearest Information Tent - event staff will act immediately.
We’re not the fun police, but a few things keep everyone safe:
Check your time and photos on the Results page once you're across the line, and browse the FAQs if you need anything else.
