This event is run on a 3.2km loop around South Hagley Park. Two distances are available: 10km run or walk for those 14 years and over (3 laps), and a one lap race for kids (13 years and under).

Date: Sunday 29th November 2026.
Start Time: 9am.
Start Location: South Hagley Park (near the corner of Deans and Riccarton Avenues).
Cost: $25 for adults, and $20 for others in the 10km event. $15 for kids' event - parents or caregivers can accompany children at no extra charge. Entries on the day will incur a $5 late fee.

Find out more about the Sri Chinmoy Christmas Dash, including how to enter. Online entries close at midnight on Friday 27th November 2026.

The international Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team is a non-profit organisation conducted by the Sri Chinmoy Centre. The races are held as a service to the running community to promote self-transcendence through sports.