Ashburton River Trail Marathon

MAR

5-6

2027

A two-day event on March 5–6, 2027, featuring a river-trail full loop with 5 km, 10 km and half marathon choices and a community atmosphere.

5-6 Mar 2027

Ashburton, Canterbury Region

Website Registration

Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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About the race

The Ashburton River Trail Marathon takes place along the Ashburton River Trail on March 5–6, 2027. The event uses a full loop course tailored to each distance and starts and finishes at the ARFC rugby grounds. Runners follow paths beside the river and can choose from several distances.

Half marathon
10 km
5 km

The schedule spreads across two days: a Friday evening 5 km fun run and team challenge, and Saturday events offering the half marathon and the 10 km challenge. The event notes a community-focused, supportive atmosphere and a festive setting. Information provided highlights scenic river views along the course and options for different running goals, from the relaxed 5 km to the longer half marathon. The description emphasizes organised logistics for each distance on the loop course and the local community element around the ARFC rugby grounds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.