ENTRY INFO

Sign Up & Check Out Merchandise Here

Everything you need to know about signing up & merchandise for this years Wellington Marathon.

ENTRY PRICING

42k from:

$90

Early: until 1 Feb - $95

Normal: 1 Feb to 1 June - $115

Late: 1 June to 23 June - $135

Last Minute: After 23 June - $155

21k from:

$65

Early: until 1 Feb - $70

Normal: 1 Feb to 1 June - $85

Late: 1 June to 23 June - $100

Last Minute: After 23 June - $115

10k from:

$45

Early: until 1 Feb - $50

Normal: 1 Feb to 1 June - $60

Late: 1 June to 23 June - $70

Last Minute: After 23 June - $80

Kids' Magic Mile from:

$20

Early: until 1 Feb - $15

Normal: 1 Feb to 1 June - $20

Late: 1 June to 23 June - $25

Last Minute: After 23 June - $30

Entry Info & Merchandise

see merchandise at bottom of page


Key Dates

  • Entries prior to Feb 1 incur the "Early Bird" entry fees.
  • Entries between Feb 1 and June 1 incur the "Normal" entry fees.
  • Entries between June 1 and June 23 incur the "Late" entry fees.
  • Entries after June 23 incur the "Last Minute" entry fees.
  • Online entries close 12noon on June 25th.
  • Entries after June 25 can only be made at Race Pack Pick Up.
  • Race Pack Pick Up is Saturday 28 June. All participants must collect their race pack - Info Here.
  • Race Day is Sunday 29 June. Read Race Info prior to Race Weekend.

Age Limits

  • Full Marathon participants must be age 15 by race day.
  • Half Marathon participants must be age 13 by race day.
  • 10k participants must be age 10 by race day.
  • Kids' Magic Mile participants must be aged between 5 and 12 on race day.
  • Exceptions to age limits listed may be made on a case-by-case situation by emailing us, stating the background of the participant.
  • Any entrant under age 16 must have parental/guardian consent.

Group Entries

  • Entering a large group from work, school or family?... Email Us Here.
  • Group discounts for 10 or more are available on inquiry... Email Us Here.

Entry Confirmation

  • All entries are confirmed by email. Please fill out your email address carefully.
  • You can check your entry and competition on the live lists... Click Here.

Withdrawals or Changes

  • For Changes or Withdrawals... Email Us Here.
  • Withdrawals prior to midnight June 23rd will be refunded, minus a $15 admin fee.
  • Changes to a longer distance incur the extra entry fee applicable on the date of the change. 
  • Changes to a lesser distance will receive a refund for the entry fee difference until midnight June 23rd.
  • Withdrawals & Changes after midnight June 23 are non-refundable.
  • Full terms of entry are seen in the event waiver when entering.


Entry Lists

2025 Entry Lists - Will Be Here.
And yes - every finisher wins a medal !


Categories

  • Categories are set automatically via your date of birth on race day.
  • All participants, regardless of age, are eligible for Open and Age Group awards.
  • The walk categories are not official race walks, but must be walked 100% of the time. Recreational entrants intending to run/walk must enter a Run section.
  • Check out our team categories for your workplace, club, schools and family.
  • We also have a prize for best fancy dress!

Full Category & Award Info... Click Here.


Amazing Prizes !

  • 100s of spot prizes to give away!
  • Magic Mile participants go in a draw to win a bike and Mizuno shoes.
  • The first-3 men and women in the half marathon and full marathon win cash.
  • In 2025 the Half Marathon doubles as the NZ Champs and Wellington Champs.
  • Check out our team categories for walkers, workplaces, women, schools and open.

Full Category & Award Info... Click Here.


Elite Support Program

As a service to competitive running, we operate an elite support program for the Full and Half Marathon. Athletes who meet the following standards may apply for support, which depending on current form, will vary from travel and accommodation to free entry. To apply, Email Us Here, listing PB's & recent results.

Elite Support Standards

  • Full Marathon Men – sub 2hrs 30min
  • Full Marathon Women – sub 3hrs
  • Half Marathon Men – sub 1hr 10min
  • Half Marathon Women – sub 1hr 20min

Show Your Big Heart

  • Make your run mean more by showing your big heart to raise life-saving funds to fight New Zealand's single biggest killer - heart disease. 
  • It’s quick and easy. Just enter and then create your own fundraising page.

Capital Collectables !

Official 2025 merchandise. Order when you enter.

Mizuno Womens Technical Running Tee

Genuine Mizuno technical tee. Quick-dry & breathable in flattering female fit in Mint. $45.00.

Mizuno Unisex Technical Running Tee

Genuine Mizuno technical tee. Quick-dry & breathable in unisex fit. Cobalt Blue. $45.00.

Thermatech Running Cap

Thermatech Running Cap

Genuine Thermatech technical running cap. Quick dry & breathable. White with event logo. $35.00.

Thermatech Beanies

Thermatech Beanies

Genuine Thermatech Beanies with event logo in Black, Ink, Mint, Flamingo, Grey & Marine Blue. $35.00.

Thermatech Womens Long Sleeve - Black

Thermatech Womens Long Sleeve - Black

Genuine Thermatech garment with event logo. Warm when cold & cool when warm. Flattering female fit in classic Kiwi black & white. $75.00 (rrp $79.99).

Thermatech Womens Long Sleeve - Mint

Genuine Thermatech garment with event logo. Warm when cold & cool when warm. Flattering female fit in mint & grey marle. $75.00 (rrp $79.99).

Thermatech Unisex Long Sleeve - Black

Thermatech Unisex Long Sleeve - Black

Genuine Thermatech garment with event logo. Warm when cold & cool when warm. Unisex fit in classic Kiwi black & white. $75.00 (rrp $79.99).

Thermatech Unisex Long Sleeve - Charcoal

Genuine Thermatech garment with event logo. Warm when cold & cool when warm. Unisex fit in charcoal & white. $75.00 (rrp $79.99).

Kids Tee

Kids running tee with event logo. Quick dry & breathable. Unisex kids sizings in classic Kiwi black with charcoal trim. $35.00 (rrp $39.99).

Drymax Running Socks

Drymax Running Socks

Genuine Drymax technical running sock. Quick dry, breathable & form-fitting. White quarter crew with event logo. $25.00 (rrp $29.90).

Thermatech Gloves

Thermatech Gloves

Genuine Thermatech Gloves with event logo in Black. $35.00.