Wellington, we know you take your health and fitness seriously. Ride the wind through the capital at your own pace. For the goal-getters, the official Half Marathon is waiting. For a fun day out, tackle the 8.4km course from Waitangi Park to Kilbirnie Park. There’s also a 5.5km family-friendly shortcut on the day for tired legs. Your city, your fitness journey, your course!
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However you want to take on Wellington's waterfront, there's a distance for you. Smash out a personal best on the certified Half Marathon, cruise the classic 8.4km, or take the 5.5km family shortcut with the kids or grandparents - everyone crosses the line together, whichever course you pick.
Have an infant taking part? Infants 0-4 year olds are FREE to enter. Just sign them up online to receive a medal at the finish line.
Entry fees include GST and transaction fees.
As well as taking part in a great day out ... you get a whole host of goodies included in your entry fee.
Enter nowYour entry fee includes:
Choosing a start group is about starting near others moving at your pace, so the course stays safe and enjoyable for everyone. Your race time doesn't begin until your cross the start line mats, so there's no need to rush. You can still knock off your personal best!
On your entry form, select the start group that best matches your ability and time it will take you to complete the course.
If you are taking part as a family or have children in your group, please all sign up under the start group based on the youngest in your group. See details below.
Elite Wheelchair/Disability & Elite Runner (sub 36 mins)
CELSIUS® Runner (36-50mins)
Jogger (50-80mins)
Walker and
Non Elite Wheelchair / Disability
(80+ mins)
Jogger (50-80mins)
Walker and
Non Elite Wheelchair / Disability
(80+ mins)
Walker and
Non Elite Wheelchair / Disability
(80+ mins)
Half Marathon sub 90 mins
Half Marathon over 90 mins
Have a burning question about your entry, Hospo Package or what to expect on the day? Head to the FAQ's page to find the answer.
Everyone - any age, any fitness stage. Just pick the start group that matches your pace.
On your entry form, select the start group that best matches your ability and time it will take for you to complete the course.
If in doubt, start further back. There's no rush! Your race time doesn't begin until you cross the start line mats.
Start groups
* Elite Wheelchair/Disability & Elite Runner (sub 36 mins)
* CELSIUS® Runner (36-50mins)
* Jogger (50-80mins)
* Walker and Non Elite Wheelchair/Disability (80+ mins)
* Half Marathon (sub 90 mins & over 90 mins)
Yes - just select the Walker start group on your entry form for yourself and your little one.
For everyone’s safety, those with buggys and pushchairs aren't able to sign up under the Runner, Jogger or Elite start groups.
Yes - head to the Teams page to get started.
Entries aren’t refundable, but you can transfer your entry to someone else through your Race Roster entry dashboard. Transfer fee is $20, plus credit card fees.
From Waitangi Park to Kilbirnie Park. The course runs along Wellington’s waterfront bays, linking two of the city’s best-loved green spaces from start to finish. We'll be adding more details soon.
course maps coming soon55 years since the first Round the Bays hit the pavement - and we’re marking it in style. Grabyour legendary mates, chase a legendary course and raise funds for a legendary cause.
For start times, water stations, course cut off times and more, head to our Race Day page.
Head to our FAQs page for the latest event information and answers to the most common questions.
55 years since the first Round the Bays hit the pavement - and we’re marking it in style! Grab your mates, sign up and raise funds for a legendary cause.
Honda Half Marathon or the 8.4km Fun Run, whichever you choose, we can't wait to see you at the start line!
