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13 April 2025

The Christchurch Marathon has something for everyone.
Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, and the Kids Mara’Fun.

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WHY RUN CHRISTCHURCH?

Ready to trade your treadmill for a cityscape adventure? The Christchurch Marathon throws a wild party for your legs, and you're invited!

This epic race isn't just about crushing a PB - it's a chance to conquer New Zealand's fastest-growing marathon, high-five cheering crowds, and soak in the stunning scenery of a city reborn.

Think new city cool meets riverside views and a course so flat it practically runs itself! (Okay, maybe not that flat, but pretty darn close). So are you in?

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RāNUI

The official charity partner for the event, Rānui House provides vital accommodation and support for patients and their families who need to travel to Christchurch for medical treatment.

Their compassionate services offer a home-away-from-home during challenging times, ensuring families can stay together when it matters most.

Join the Run for Rānui team. Encourage your friends and family to support your run and contribute to Rānui House. Find out more here.

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• Stunning course through the historic charm of Christchurch
• Explore vibrant local culture and delicious food as you recover!
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Latest News & Updates

News & Updates

Run for Rānui

Christchurch Marathon and Rānui House: Extending Our Partnership for a Greater Cause

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Christchurch Marathon 2025: Entries Now Open!

We are thrilled to announce that entries for the Christchurch Marathon 2025 are now officially open!

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Reliving the Magic: Highlights from the Christchurch Marathon 2024

Relive the excitement and emotion of race day with our event highlights video. Christchurch Marathon 2024 was an event to remember.

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Frontrunner Christchurch Marathon entries hit post-quake record

More than 5,000 people will lace up their shoes to run, jog or walk through Christchurch’s central city this weekend.

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Christchurch Rising to Its Marathon

Race day is still three months away and the 2024 Frontrunner Christchurch Marathon already has half it’s expected field signed up.

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2023 event Video

Check out the 2023 Video - see if you can spot yourself. What a fabulous day out in Christchurch!

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Request for feedback

If you joined us as a competitor, spectator, volunteer or supporter, we would love to hear your thoughts on the 2023 Frontrunner Christchurch Marathon.

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2023 race report

It was a long time coming too, but more than 4000 runners and walkers from all ends of New Zealand lined up for the 41st Frontrunner Christchurch Marathon.

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