The Kāpiti Half Marathon is set for Sunday, 9 November 2025, starting and finishing at MacLean Park in Paraparaumu Beach. Participants can choose from four distances: a 21km half marathon, 10km, 5km, and the 2km Kids Kick It run. The course is designed to be flat and fast, featuring a mix of sealed roads and smooth hard-packed gravel trails, making it suitable for runners, walkers, buggies, and wheelchair athletes. Runners will enjoy scenic views as they wind through river trails, lake loops, and boardwalks, all with the spectacular Kāpiti Island as a backdrop. The event includes aid stations along the course, secure bag check at MacLean Park, and medical support. All finishers receive a medal or have a tree planted in their honor. Awards and spot prizes will be presented at 12:30 pm at MacLean Park.
Races
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
Race Date:
09 November, 2025
The Kāpiti Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Paraparaumu Beach, Kāpiti Coast, New Zealand. Organized by Barefoot Sport, this 21.1 km race features a flat and fast course with an elevation gain of approximately 74 meters, winding through river trails, lake loops, and boardwalks, all set against the stunning backdrop of Kāpiti Island.
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What is the Kāpiti Half Marathon?
How long is the Kāpiti Half Marathon?
Where does the Kāpiti Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Kāpiti Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Kāpiti Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Kāpiti Half Marathon?
The Kāpiti Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Paraparaumu Beach, Kāpiti Coast, New Zealand. Organized by Barefoot Sport, this 21.1 km race features a flat and fast course with an elevation gain of approximately 74 meters, winding through river trails, lake loops, and boardwalks, all set against the stunning backdrop of Kāpiti Island.
The Kāpiti Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Kāpiti Half Marathon takes place in Paraparaumu Beach, New Zealand.
The Kāpiti Half Marathon elevation gain is 74 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
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 Kāpiti Half Marathon?
The Kāpiti Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Paraparaumu Beach, Kāpiti Coast, New Zealand. Organized by Barefoot Sport, this 21.1 km race features a flat and fast course with an elevation gain of approximately 74 meters, winding through river trails, lake loops, and boardwalks, all set against the stunning backdrop of Kāpiti Island.
How long is the Kāpiti Half Marathon?
The Kāpiti Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Kāpiti Half Marathon take place?
The Kāpiti Half Marathon takes place in Paraparaumu Beach, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Kāpiti Half Marathon?
The Kāpiti Half Marathon elevation gain is 74 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Kāpiti 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 Kāpiti 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!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Coastal
Kid friendly
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