
Get Ready to Run!
The Cambridge Half Marathon is back, bringing runners from near and far to the scenic streets of Cambridge, just a short hop from Hamilton. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying the stunning views, this event offers something for everyone.
This year the Half Marathon course will feature two loops of a picturesque, mostly flat course - passing the beautiful trees the town is known for. Other race distances include a one-loop Quarter Marathon (10.7km) option, a 5km loop option and a 2km kids dash. It is a great day out for all levels of fitness.
Finish with a sense of achievement, a shiny medal, and maybe a well-earned coffee from a coffee cart.
See you at the start line!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Half Marathon Spots remaining: 324
Price changes in 4 months 27 days-
Half Marathon run, walk or jog.
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Register for Half MarathonNZ$75.00
Early bird pricing
Now registering Apr 1 – Sept 6 -
NZ$90.00Sept 7 – Sept 20
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Quarter Marathon (10.7km) Spots remaining: 170
Price changes in 4 months 27 days-
Quarter Marathon run, walk or jog (note - distance is 10.7km)
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Register for Quarter Marathon (10.7km)NZ$50.00
Early bird pricing
Now registering Apr 1 – Sept 6 -
NZ$65.00Sept 7 – Sept 20
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5km Spots remaining: 107
Price changes in 4 months 27 days-
5km run, walk or jog
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Register for 5kmNZ$35.00
Early bird pricing
Now registering Apr 1 – Sept 6 -
NZ$45.00Sept 7 – Sept 20
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2km Kids Spots remaining: 95
Price changes in 4 months 27 days-
2km kids run, walk or jog
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Register for 2km KidsNZ$15.00
Early bird pricing
Now registering Apr 1 – Sept 6 -
NZ$15.00Sept 7 – Sept 20
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The Cambridge Half Marathon Event 2026 will offer the following races
- Half Marathon 21.1 km
- Quarter Marathon 10.71 km
- 5km 5.14 km
- 2km 2.1km
Please note Walkers are welcome to participate in all events (Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 5km) and will be eligible for spot prizes. In 2026 there will be no race-walking category and hence no separate place prizes for walkers. This is because there are insufficient race-walking referees available to cover the courses.
Walkers wanting to participate in the Half Marathon are encouraged to start at the earlier time of 8:30am
Start Times:
- Half Marathon Walkers + slow runners - 8.30am
- Half Marathon Runners - 9.00am
- Quarter Marathon (10.7km) - 9.20am
- 5K - 11.30am
- 2k Kids - 11.40am
Race numbers:
Race numbers can be collected from Tom Voyle Park Club Rooms - down driveway off Taylor St opposite Grosvenor St, Cambridge.
- Saturday 19th: 1pm – 3pm
- Sunday 20th: from 7:30am (race day)
Course maps:
Half marathon run/walk (2 loops)
This is mostly flat, with approximately 36m elevation. 11km concrete shared path, 8km fine gravel and 2km tar seal.
Quarter marathon (10.7km) run/walk (1 loop)
This is mostly flat, with approximately 17m elevation. 5.5km concrete shared path, 4km fine gravel and 1km tar seal.
5k run/walk
This is mostly flat, with approximately 5m elevation.

2k kids run
This is basically flat, over gravel tracks and sports fields.
Early Bird Pricing until 6 September
Half marathon - $75
Quarter marathon (10.7km) - $50
5k Run/Walk - $35
2k Kids run - $15
Cambridge Harrier Club Members - $20 for any event (except Kids 2k)
Pricing on or after 7 September
Half marathon - $90
Quarter marathon (10.7km) - $65
5k - $45
2k Kids - $15
Cambridge Harrier Club Members - $20 for any event (except Kids 2k)
Groups:
We offer a 10% discount for groups of 10 or more. Conditions apply. Email us for details (cambridgehalfmarathonnz@gmail.com).
Groups:
We offer a 10% discount for groups of 10 or more. Conditions apply. Email us for details (cambridgehalfmarathonnz@gmail.com).
Race numbers:
Race numbers can be collected from Tom Voyle Park Club Rooms - down driveway off Taylor St opposite Grosvenor St, Cambridge.
- Saturday 19th: 1pm – 3pm
- Sunday 20th: from 7:30am (race day)
Cut-off times:
Both the Half Marathon Run and Quarter Marathon (10.7km) distances must be finished by 12.30pm. Prior to entering please make sure you are capable of completing the half marathon run/walk in 3 1/2 hours (if starting at 9am, or 4 hours if starting at 8.30am) or less or the quarter marathon (10.7km) run/walk in 3 hours or less.
Cut off time for Half Marathoners... All Half Marathoners must reach Swayne Rd (14.16km) on their second loop by 11:20am. Those reaching this point after that time will be redirected to the finish line via the 5km course.
Start/Finish area: all four events start and finish near the Tom Voyle Park clubrooms, Taylor Street (behind Cambridge High School), Cambridge.
Parking is courtesy of Hautapu Sports Club. The entrance to their grounds is from Taylor Street, next to Tom Voyle Park. Parking is provided for a gold coin donation, which will act as a fundraiser for Hautapu Sports.
NOTE: There is direct walking access to the Registration area at the Tom Voyle Clubrooms via gates from the Hautapu Sports Ground.
Late Entries:
Entries received on or after 7th September 2026 will pay a late fee:
- $15 for Half Marathon and Quarter Martahon
- $10 for 5km
- No late fee for Kids 2km
Late entries will be taken at Tom Voyle Park clubrooms + Race numbers distributed on:
- Saturday 19th: between 1pm – 3pm
- Sunday 20th (race day): between 7.30am and 9:30am
Medals
Medals will be awarded to all finishers.
Prize-giving will start at 12.30pm.
Acknowledgement will be given to the first three placegetters in each event - male and female, based on Mat Time.
There will be 20 spot prizes.
The total prize pool is over $2400, you MUST be present at prize-giving to be eligible for a sport prize.
We will have 4 aid stations on the Half marathon course. Each drink station will be equipped with a basic first aid kit, mobile phones and a radio.
Drink Stations are at:
- Swayne Rd Crossing (after 3.76k)
- St Kilda Path (3.65k further on)
- Driveway / Taylor St (3.13k from St Kilda path and only intended for half marathoners 2nd lap)
- Finish
We will have 2 aid stations on the Quarter marathon course.
Drink Stations are at:
- Swayne Rd Crossing (after 3.76k)
- St Kilda Path (3.65k further on)
Toilets: We will have a block of toilets at the start/finish area, as well as 2 port-a-loos on the course
Race Rules:
- Race numbers must be worn on the front and be clearly visible at all times
- Entries are not transferrable to other runners
- Competitors must not be accompanied by cyclists, vehicles, animals or un-entered runners
- All competitors must follow the course as set out and adhere to the directions given by race officials, marshals or the police
- Competitors being overtaken must give right of way to the passing runner at all times
- The organisers reserve the right to withdraw any competitor they consider unable to continue for medical reasons
- Competitors enter the event at their own risk
- The limited entries are clearly shown on the Race Roster entry website
- All finishers will receive a medal
- Registrations are non refundable
- There are NO road closures
- Should the event be cancelled or stopped for any other reason, or personal circumstances arise that prevent you from participating or completing the event, your entry fee is non-refundable
- Sanctioned event Number: TBC
- Wheelchairs - the course is not very suitable for wheelchairs due to grass, judder bars, gravel tracks + narrow areas; however if you wish to participate in a wheelchair, please let us know
- No headphones are to be worn by competitors
- No t-shirt will be available for the 2026 event
- Traffic management is provided. It is the participants responsibility to be safe crossing roads and driveways; parents should be responsible for children on the course
- There are no dogs allowed on the course
- Race results will be online live via SportSplits timing. A link will be shared on the day
- Walkers: for 2026 unfortunately we are unable to provide a dedicated timed walking event, due to a lack of specific walking officials on course.
Cambridge Harrier Club Members:
Cambridge Harrier Club members who run in the Half Marathon will go into contention for the Baker Cup.
Club members who run in the quarter marathon will go into contention for the Noble Cup.
Junior members who run in the 5k will go into contention for the Signal Trophy.
Cambridge Harrier Club Members - $20 for any event (except Kids run).
Please note, this event is a Waikato Bay of Plenty sanctioned event.
Event number - WBP2508. - TBC
Entries are not transferrable to other runners
Registrations are non refundable
Contact information
- Event contact
- Veronica
- Website
- Visit website
