Inspired by the 1974 Commonwealth Games marathon, the annual Christchurch Marathon has been the South Island's premier marathon event and is renowned as one of the fastest courses in the world. But it is also one of the most scenic and supportive with a new central city course taking in iconic Christchurch landmarks such as Hagley Park, Christchurch Town Hall and the Avon River. With a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & Kids' Mara'Fun, there is something for everyone, with more than 5000 participants from a dozen countries turning out. But don't take our word for it... Try it for Yourself!

City of Christchurch Marathon

Human Interest Story

Registration for the City of Oaks Marathon to be held on November 3 is open and race organizers are expecting the event to sell out again.

Registration Open for City of Oaks Marathon

Post-Race Review/ Results

Phil Costley and Liza Hunter-Galvan both returned to the 2013 Christchurch Marathon to win fourteen years after winning it for the first time.

Costley, Hunter-Galvin Return to Top of Podium

Phil Costley, 43, won the Christchurch marathon fourteen years after his first victory in the race. His time was 2 hours 35 minutes

Costley in Surprise Repeat Win

Pre-Race Review/ Lineup

Sam Wreford hopes to repeat his Christchurch Marathon title from 2012 when he ran 2 hours 17 minutes and 30 seconds.

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results