The Kirikiriroa Marathon Relay follows the stunning Te Awa River Path, winding alongside the Waikato River through some of Kirikiriroa’s most scenic and relaxed spaces. With flowing river views, wide shared paths, and a great community atmosphere, it’s the perfect setting to take on an event together as a team.

The undulating river path adds real character to the course. While it’s not a fast, flat run, the gentle rises and dips keep things interesting and provide just enough challenge to wake up the legs, ideal for shorter relay legs that feel rewarding without being overwhelming.

Marathon relay teams consist of 2, 3, or 4 participants, working together to complete the full 42.2km marathon course. The relay format makes this event especially popular for corporate wellbeing challenges, workplace teams, and social groups who want to experience the excitement of a marathon event without committing to the full distance individually.

Whether your team is walking, jogging, running, or mixing it up, the Te Awa River Path offers a supportive and inclusive environment where teamwork, encouragement, and finishing together are what really matter.

Name your team, nominate a captain and register today!

How It Works

• The course is split into four legs, each about 10–11km
• Teams of 4 complete one leg each
• Teams of 2 or 3 can split the legs however they like
• Teams must organise their own transport to change-over points

Relay Legs

• Leg 1: Hamilton Gardens → Tamahere
• Leg 2: Tamahere → Hamilton Gardens
• Leg 3: Hamilton Gardens → Turnaround point (Pukete area)
• Leg 4: Turnaround point → Hamilton Gardens

Corporate Teams:

Want to make event day extra special? If you would like a dedicated corporate area, where you can set up your tent for your team to gather, cheer, and relax, just let us know. We are happy to reserve a tent space for your business at the start/finish line on the Rhododendron lawn. (subject to availability). Email kirikiriroamarathon@gmail.com to register interest.

Finish Line Moment:

We love seeing your whole team to cross the finish line together for that winning team photo!

Only one bib per team has the timing chip, and that bib must cross the finish line.