The Whitianga Run Fest is a popular annual race held in the picturesque town of Whitianga, New Zealand, featuring a marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K. The event offers participants the opportunity to run along scenic coastal routes, with breathtaking views of the Coromandel Peninsula’s beaches, hills, and forests. Runners of all abilities come together to enjoy the festive atmosphere and community spirit, whether they are seasoned marathoners or casual participants. The Whitianga Run Fest has become a highlight on the New Zealand running calendar, combining the thrill of racing with the natural beauty of one of the country’s most stunning regions.
Races
Half Marathon
10km
6km
On May 31, 2025, the Whitianga Run Fest Half Marathon invites runners to traverse a 21 km course starting at Ferry Landing and finishing at Buffalo Beach Reserve. This route offers a blend of urban pathways and scenic trails, including a brief ferry ride, all set against the backdrop of the Coromandel Peninsula's breathtaking coastal landscapes.
The Whitianga Run Fest 10 km race, taking place on May 31, 2025, provides participants with a dynamic route that begins at Ferry Landing and concludes at Buffalo Beach Reserve. Combining urban paths with well-formed trails, this course highlights the picturesque beauty of Whitianga's coastline and includes a short ferry journey as part of the experience.
Scheduled for May 31, 2025, the Whitianga Run Fest 6 km event offers a compact yet scenic route from Ferry Landing to Buffalo Beach Reserve. Participants will enjoy a mix of urban pathways and trails, featuring panoramic ocean views and a brief ferry ride, making it an accessible and enjoyable race for all fitness levels.
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FAQs
What is the Whitianga Run Fest?
How long is the Whitianga Run Fest?
Where does the Whitianga Run Fest take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Whitianga Run Fest?
How can I prepare for the Whitianga Run Fest?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Whitianga Run Fest?
On May 31, 2025, the Whitianga Run Fest Half Marathon invites runners to traverse a 21 km course starting at Ferry Landing and finishing at Buffalo Beach Reserve. This route offers a blend of urban pathways and scenic trails, including a brief ferry ride, all set against the backdrop of the Coromandel Peninsula's breathtaking coastal landscapes.
The Whitianga Run Fest is 21km long.
The Whitianga Run Fest takes place in Whitianga, New Zealand.
Runna classifies the Whitianga Run Fest elevation profile as Rolling.
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 Whitianga Run Fest?
On May 31, 2025, the Whitianga Run Fest Half Marathon invites runners to traverse a 21 km course starting at Ferry Landing and finishing at Buffalo Beach Reserve. This route offers a blend of urban pathways and scenic trails, including a brief ferry ride, all set against the backdrop of the Coromandel Peninsula's breathtaking coastal landscapes.
How long is the Whitianga Run Fest?
The Whitianga Run Fest is 21km long.
Where does the Whitianga Run Fest take place?
The Whitianga Run Fest takes place in Whitianga, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Whitianga Run Fest?
Runna classifies the Whitianga Run Fest elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Whitianga Run Fest?
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 Whitianga Run Fest?
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 Whitianga Run Fest?
How long is the Whitianga Run Fest?
Where does the Whitianga Run Fest take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Whitianga Run Fest?
How can I prepare for the Whitianga Run Fest?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Whitianga Run Fest?
The Whitianga Run Fest 10 km race, taking place on May 31, 2025, provides participants with a dynamic route that begins at Ferry Landing and concludes at Buffalo Beach Reserve. Combining urban paths with well-formed trails, this course highlights the picturesque beauty of Whitianga's coastline and includes a short ferry journey as part of the experience.
The Whitianga Run Fest is 10km long.
The Whitianga Run Fest takes place in Whitianga, New Zealand.
Runna classifies the Whitianga Run Fest elevation profile as Rolling.
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 Whitianga Run Fest?
The Whitianga Run Fest 10 km race, taking place on May 31, 2025, provides participants with a dynamic route that begins at Ferry Landing and concludes at Buffalo Beach Reserve. Combining urban paths with well-formed trails, this course highlights the picturesque beauty of Whitianga's coastline and includes a short ferry journey as part of the experience.
How long is the Whitianga Run Fest?
The Whitianga Run Fest is 10km long.
Where does the Whitianga Run Fest take place?
The Whitianga Run Fest takes place in Whitianga, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Whitianga Run Fest?
Runna classifies the Whitianga Run Fest elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Whitianga Run Fest?
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 Whitianga Run Fest?
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 Whitianga Run Fest?
How long is the Whitianga Run Fest?
Where does the Whitianga Run Fest take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Whitianga Run Fest?
How can I prepare for the Whitianga Run Fest?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Whitianga Run Fest?
Scheduled for May 31, 2025, the Whitianga Run Fest 6 km event offers a compact yet scenic route from Ferry Landing to Buffalo Beach Reserve. Participants will enjoy a mix of urban pathways and trails, featuring panoramic ocean views and a brief ferry ride, making it an accessible and enjoyable race for all fitness levels.
The Whitianga Run Fest is 6km long.
The Whitianga Run Fest takes place in Whitianga, New Zealand.
Runna classifies the Whitianga Run Fest elevation profile as Rolling.
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 Whitianga Run Fest?
Scheduled for May 31, 2025, the Whitianga Run Fest 6 km event offers a compact yet scenic route from Ferry Landing to Buffalo Beach Reserve. Participants will enjoy a mix of urban pathways and trails, featuring panoramic ocean views and a brief ferry ride, making it an accessible and enjoyable race for all fitness levels.
How long is the Whitianga Run Fest?
The Whitianga Run Fest is 6km long.
Where does the Whitianga Run Fest take place?
The Whitianga Run Fest takes place in Whitianga, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Whitianga Run Fest?
Runna classifies the Whitianga Run Fest elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Whitianga Run Fest?
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 Whitianga Run Fest?
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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Coastal
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