North Shore Marathon | Half Marathon | Quarter Marathon | FUN 5km | KIDS Mile | Auckland, New Zealand

About the Event

Experience one of New Zealand's most spectacular coastal runs at the North Shore Marathon, returning on Sunday, 6th September 2026. Starting at Milford Reserve, this iconic event offers a stunning course for every ability, from the full 42km marathon to a family-friendly Kids Mile, each showcasing the breathtaking beauty of Auckland's coastline. Your journey will weave along golden sands at Milford and Takapuna beaches before climbing the historic volcanic cone of Maungauika/North Head for panoramic Hauraki Gulf views. With a festive atmosphere marking both the start of spring and Fathers Day, it's a true community celebration. Secure your Early Bird entry to receive a finisher's medal and an event T-shirt, and be part of a proud legacy that has celebrated the shore's best running since 2007. Choose your distance and join thousands for a truly unforgettable day where world-class scenery powers every stride.

Races Offered

Marathon

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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06:00

Half Marathon Run

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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07:00

Half Marathon Walk

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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07:05

Quarter Marathon 10.5km RUN

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 10.5K

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09:15

Quarter Marathon 10.5km WALK

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 10.5K

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09:17

FUN 5km RUN

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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10:00

FUN 5km WALK

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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10:02

KIDS Marathon Mile

Sep 06, 2026

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Distance — 1.6K

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10:30

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Auckland.

thermostat Temperature

11.1° / 16.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

7.5° / 12.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 12m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

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air Avg wind speed

18.9 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

79.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:19

nightlight Sunset

18:11

About Auckland

Learn more about the host city, Auckland.

Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand at 1.7 million citizens, and the main arrival point for visitors to the country. It is a vibrant multicultural city, set around two big natural harbours, and ranked as one of the most liveable cities in the world. It is in the warm northern part of the North Island, on a narrow isthmus that joins the Northland peninsula to the rest of the island.