Canterbury Half Marathon

This event will see runners run around beautiful Pegasus Town, and experience amazing lake views, walkways and some amazing homes in this amazing town setting.

The Canterbury Half Marathon will cater for all runners - whether you're a beginner or an elite runner. The fast-flat course will give you the opportunity to do one of the fastest half marathons you've ever done!

  • 21km half-marathon - run, walk or hybrid (13 years and over);
  • 9km run or walk (7 years and older); and
  • 3km Kidz Dash for 7 to 12 year olds.

Entries are limited to 1000 participants. A virtual option is also available for all events ($40 per person).

Date: Sunday 13th December 2026.
Start Time: 8.30am for half-marathon walkers and hybrids, 9am for half-marathon runners, 9.15am for 9km runners and walkers and 9.30am for the Kidz Dash.
Start Location: Lake Pegasus in Pegasus Town.
Cost: From $69 for walkers or runners, and $99 for hybrids. $30 for the Kidz Dash.

Find out more about the Canterbury Half Marathon, including how to enter. A late fee will apply to entries received after 29th November 2026.