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Mackenzie Half Marathon

Fairlie, West Coast, New Zealand

calendar_today 18 Jul, 2026

About the Event

Embrace the rich Scottish heritage and stunning alpine scenery of the Fairlie Lions Mackenzie Half Marathon on Saturday, July 18th, 2026. This truly unique community event guides you through the picturesque Fairlie Basin on a trail course featuring river paths, gravel roads, and rewarding hill climbs, with some sections exclusively accessible on race day. In a charming tribute to its roots, half marathon participants are welcomed at the hilltop with a celebratory dram of whisky. More than just a run, it's a local tradition where your entry directly supports the Fairlie Lions' vital community projects. Choose from the signature 21.1km, a 10km River Dip, or family-friendly shorter distances for an unforgettable, heartwarming adventure.

Races Offered

10km ‘River Dip’ Walk/run

Jul 18, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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11:00

Hole in One 2.5km Fun Run/Walk

Jul 18, 2026

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Distance — 2.5K

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11:15

5.5km ‘Flat Jack’

Jul 18, 2026

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Distance — 5.5K

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13 days remaining

Half Marathon

Jul 18, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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13 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Fairlie.

thermostat Temperature

0.1° / 9.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

-3.7° / 6.5°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

6h 44m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.5 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.2 cm

air Avg wind speed

7.5 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

78.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:04

nightlight Sunset

17:19

About Fairlie

Learn more about the host city, Fairlie.

Fairlie is a quiet rural town in the Mackenzie District in South Canterbury, New Zealand. It has one of the nicest and cleanest public toilets in New Zealand - with underfloor heating!