Hamilton Half Marathon

The Hamilton Half Marathon starts and finishes at the Rhododendron Lawn in Hamilton Gardens. The course follows the Waikato River north from the gardens through riverside parks and historic neighbourhoods, passing Hamilton Lake, Claudelands, Fairfield and Chartwell on the way towards Flagstaff and Te Rapa. After the turnaround it returns along the river corridor to the finish at the gardens. The surface is sealed road and smooth paved paths with a short section of dirt trail. The course is mostly flat with a series of short rises and falls along the river. The event also offers 10k and 5k distances alongside the half marathon, and walkers are welcome. It is organised by First Tier Sports Productions and awards are presented at noon in front of the stage.