Established in 1986, the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon has become a cherished event in New Zealand's capital. The marathon and associated races—half marathon, 10K, and Kids' Magic Mile—provide participants with flat, fast, and scenic routes along Wellington's waterfront. Starting and finishing at Sky Stadium, the courses pass iconic landmarks, offering a unique tour of the city. The event is renowned for its excellent organization and community support, making it a favorite among local and international runners alike.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
10km
Race Date:
29 June, 2025
The Wellington Marathon presents a flat and fast 42.195 km course that winds through the city’s picturesque waterfront, providing runners with scenic views of the harbor and iconic landmarks. This race is ideal for both seasoned marathoners aiming for personal bests and newcomers seeking a supportive and well-organized marathon experience.
Race Date:
29 June, 2025
The Wellington Half Marathon features a 21.1 km course that showcases the city’s stunning harbor views along a flat, out-and-back route. In 2025, this race also serves as the New Zealand Half Marathon Championship, attracting competitive runners nationwide.
Race Date:
29 June, 2025
The Wellington 10K offers a fast and flat 10 km course along the city’s waterfront, making it suitable for runners of all abilities. The out-and-back route provides participants with scenic harbor views and a vibrant race atmosphere.
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FAQs
What is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon?
How long is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon?
Where does the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon?
The Wellington Marathon presents a flat and fast 42.195 km course that winds through the city’s picturesque waterfront, providing runners with scenic views of the harbor and iconic landmarks. This race is ideal for both seasoned marathoners aiming for personal bests and newcomers seeking a supportive and well-organized marathon experience.
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon is 42km long.
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon takes place in Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand.
Runna classifies the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon?
The Wellington Marathon presents a flat and fast 42.195 km course that winds through the city’s picturesque waterfront, providing runners with scenic views of the harbor and iconic landmarks. This race is ideal for both seasoned marathoners aiming for personal bests and newcomers seeking a supportive and well-organized marathon experience.
How long is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon?
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon take place?
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon takes place in Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon?
Runna classifies the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon?
How long is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon?
Where does the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon?
The Wellington Half Marathon features a 21.1 km course that showcases the city’s stunning harbor views along a flat, out-and-back route. In 2025, this race also serves as the New Zealand Half Marathon Championship, attracting competitive runners nationwide.
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon takes place in Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand.
Runna classifies the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon?
The Wellington Half Marathon features a 21.1 km course that showcases the city’s stunning harbor views along a flat, out-and-back route. In 2025, this race also serves as the New Zealand Half Marathon Championship, attracting competitive runners nationwide.
How long is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon?
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon take place?
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon takes place in Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km?
How long is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km?
Where does the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km?
How can I prepare for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km?
The Wellington 10K offers a fast and flat 10 km course along the city’s waterfront, making it suitable for runners of all abilities. The out-and-back route provides participants with scenic harbor views and a vibrant race atmosphere.
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km is 10km long.
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km takes place in Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand.
Runna classifies the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km?
The Wellington 10K offers a fast and flat 10 km course along the city’s waterfront, making it suitable for runners of all abilities. The out-and-back route provides participants with scenic harbor views and a vibrant race atmosphere.
How long is the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km?
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km take place?
The Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km takes place in Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km?
Runna classifies the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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