Cromwell Half Marathon, 10km and Teams Relay
Sat, 11 Oct
|Cromwell
Join the Cromwell Half Marathon on 11th October 2025 for a scenic run or walk along the stunning Lake Dunstan Trail! With 10km, half marathon, and team relay options, it’s the perfect event for runners and walkers of all abilities to challenge themselves and enjoy a great day out.
Time & Location
11 Oct 2025, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cromwell, Cromwell 9310, New Zealand
About the event
Lace up and hit the trails for one of Central Otago’s most scenic running events, proudly supported by New World Cromwell.
Whether you're a seasoned runner, weekend warrior, or taking on the challenge with friends, there’s something for everyone.
The stunning course follows the Lake Dunstan Cycle Trail, winding from Alpha Street Reserve to Pisa Moorings and back again. Expect breathtaking lake views, rugged hills, and that crisp Cromwell air – all part of the experience!
A highlight on the local and regional race calendar, the event welcomes athletes of all ages and abilities, and serves as an ideal training run for upcoming races around the country. Bring your energy, your mates, and your best running spirit – Cromwell is calling!
Register here today
Event Options:
10km Solo
21km Solo
21km Team Relay
Schedule:
Online Registrations Close: 8pm, Thursday, 9th October 2025
Race Pack Pick-Up: Friday, 10th October, 5pm–7pm
Late Registrations: Limited entries available during race pack pick-up on Friday and on race day morning
Race Briefing: 9:45am, Saturday, 11th October
Event Start: 10:00am
Cut-Off Time: 1:00pm
Prize-Giving: 1:00pm
Entry Fees:
Half Marathon:
Adult Solo: $75
Adult Team: $150
Mixed Adult/Kids Team: $100
School Team: $10 per child
Late fees kick in from 1st October as follows:
Adult late entry - $95
Adult Team late entry - $180
Mixed Adult/Kids Team no late entry fee
There will be late entries online until 8pm THURSDAY 9th October. Between 5pm-7pm FRIDAY and 8-9.30am SATURDAY you can pick up your race packs at the Alpha Street Reserve Start/Finish area. Limited late entries may be available on Friday evening and Saturday morning at race number pick up.
10km:
Adult: $55
Junior: $25
Late fees kick in from 1st October as follows:
Adult late entry - $75
Junior late entry - $35
Late fees apply from 1st October. Race packs can be collected at the Alpha Street Reserve Start/Finish area during the specified times. The course is well-marked, with marshals at key points and aid stations approximately every 5km.
Teams Route:
Teams will be able to change runners at these dedicated positions:
Start to Freeway (on lake) (1.2 km from start)
Freeway (on lake) to bay past Matt Connell Wines (2.2 km from the last change point). 1 and 2 can be combined to make one 3.4 km run.
Bay past Aurum to 45th Parallel (3 km from last change point.)
45th Parallel to Footbridge at Pisa Moorings (2.4 km from the last change point)
Footbridge at Pisa Moorings to Turnaround and back (3.5 km from the last change point)
Footbridge at Pisa to 45th Parallel (2.4 km from the last change point)
45th Parallel to Bay past Matt Connell Wines (3 km from last change point)
Bay past Aurum to Freeway (on lake) (2.2 km from last change point) 8 and 9 can be combined to make one 3.4 km run
Freeway (on lake) to Finish (1.2 km from last change point)
Course map below:
The event is proudly brought to you by the Cromwell & Districts Promotion Group in association with Highland Events and supported by numerous local businesses, whose generosity and community spirit help bring it all together!
