Kaikōura Whale Run
Join this annual fundraising event for Kaikōura Suburban School. This is a fun run or walk open to all ages and fitness levels!
There are four distances to either run or walk:
- Half Marathon (21km);
- 12km;
- 5km hybrid event; and
- Marafun - for children 8 years and under.
Date: Saturday 5th September 2026.
Start Time: 9am for half-marathon runners, and 9.05am for half-marathon walkers. 9.30am for 12km runners, and 9.35am for 12km walkers. 10am for 5km event and 11.45am for the Marafun. Briefing at 8.40am.
Start Location: Kaikōura Suburban School (Schoolhouse Road, Kaikōura).
Find out more about the Kaikōura Whale Run, including cost and how to enter.
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