5 Events | 2 Days | 42.2km

Run one. Or run them all.

Nau mai, haere mai to New Zealand’s boldest running challenge.

The Taranaki Coastal Five isn’t your standard “run in a straight line and hope for the best” kind of event. This is five epic races across two action-packed days – giving you the chance to complete a marathon distance (42.2km) in a whole new way.

Pick your race. Pick your challenge. Or go full legend mode and conquer them all.

The Five Events:

Coastal Half – 21.1km

Pukeiti Climb – 10km

Pukekura Park – 5km

Lake Mangamahoe – 4.5km

Shoe Clinic Mile – 1.61km

From lung-busting climbs to cruisy lakeside laps, each course showcases the absolute best of New Plymouth and Taranaki. You’ll run with the mighty Taranaki Maunga watching on, cruise the iconic Coastal Walkway, explore Pukekura Park, power through Pukeiti Gardens, and circle stunning Lake Mangamahoe.

It’s scenic. It’s gritty. It’s unforgettable.

Whether you're chasing a PB, running with the whānau, ticking off a bucket list goal, or seeing if your legs can survive five events in two days (bold move, we like it), Coastal Five is designed for all fitness levels.

This isn’t just another race weekend. It’s a challenge-your-limits, salty-air-in-your-lungs, high-five-every-stranger kind of experience.

Be one of the Coastal Five Marathon Legends.

Run your way.

Entries are open now – don’t limit your challenges.