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 Honda 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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As well as taking part in a great day... you get a whole host of goodies included as part of the event day experience
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Choosing a start group is about starting near people moving at your pace, so the course stays safe and enjoyable for everyone. Select the group that matches your ability:
Elite Wheelchair (sub 36 mins), Guided-Athlete, Elite Runner (sub 36 mins), CELSIUS® Runner (36-50mins), Jogger (50-80mins), Walker and Non Elite Wheelchair (80+ mins). For the Honda Half Marathon, select either the sub 90 minutes or over 90 minutes start group.
Answers to some of the most common questions we have about the event. If you still have questions feel free to get in touch and we'll do our best to help.
Everyone - any age, any fitness stage. Just pick the start group that matches your pace.
Match your expected finish time to the group description above. If in doubt, start further back — you can always move forward next time.
Yes, in the Walker/Non Elite Wheelchair group only, for everyone’s safety.
Yes - head to the Teams page to get started.
Entries aren’t refundable, but you can transfer to someone else through your entry dashboard for a small transfer fee.
The course runs along Wellington’s waterfront bays, linking two of the city’s best-loved green spaces from start to finish.
Download map55 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 full start times, water stations, course cutoffs and more head to our race day page.
Head to our FAQ page for any further questions you might have about our Round the Bays events.
Honda Half Marathon, or 8.4km, or the family-friendly 5.5km shortcut whichever you choose, we’ll see you at the start line.
