Hamilton Half Marathon
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About the race
The Hamilton Half Marathon is a running event held at Hamilton Gardens with courses routed along the banks of the Waikato River through parks, landmarks and historic neighbourhoods. The event offers three distances:
- 21 km half marathon
- 10 km
- 5 km
The course is described as mostly flat with small undulations, composed of a mix of sealed road and smooth paved surfaces. Walkers are permitted in the 21 km event but must start at the back and keep to the left. Finishers in all three distances receive a medal. Timing mats at the finish provide official mat times; results are published by age group category.
Aid stations are positioned along the courses and supply water and electrolyte hydration at specified kilometre marks for the 21 km and 10 km events, with a water station at the 5 km finish. A bag check service is available at the start and finish areas; uncollected items will be held and later donated if not claimed within 10 days. Late entries can be made at Hamilton Gardens with a late fee and cash payment only. Awards and the major spot prize draw are presented in front of the stage at Hamilton Gardens at 12 noon on the day of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
