Canterbury Half Marathon
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Canterbury Half Marathon
The Canterbury Half Marathon takes place in Pegasus Town, New Zealand. The event includes a half marathon around the town lake, a 9 km event and a Kidz Dash that runs around the lake. The course is described as fast and flat and passes walkways, lake views, and residential areas.
Distances offered:
- Half Marathon 21.1 km
- 9 km
- Kidz Dash 2.5 km for 7 to 13 year olds
The half marathon offers separate running, walking and hybrid categories. The hybrid category mixes running and walking. Walking options are also available for the 9 km. The event also accepts virtual entries for the half marathon and the 9 km; virtual competitors will have their results recorded as a virtual race and receive a medal after the event.
The event lists several fundraising organisations associated with the day, including Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand, Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue Trust and Ronald McDonald House Charities NZ Trust, with small amounts recorded toward each organiser goal.
The event is held at 67 Pegasus Main Street in Pegasus Town and is scheduled for 13 December 2026. Additional information such as race packs, categories and course details are published by the organisers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
