Asics Waterfront Half Marathon

ASICS Waterfront Half Marathon is a standout half marathon held in Auckland, New Zealand, bringing runners to one of the country’s most visually striking urban-coastal race settings. Best known for its flat and scenic 21.1 km course, the event starts in St Heliers and follows Auckland’s famous waterfront corridor past beaches, bays, and iconic city landmarks before heading into the downtown core and back. The race combines strong personal-best potential with a destination-race atmosphere, making it appealing to both competitive runners and recreational participants looking for a high-energy, big-day experience. As part of the Auckland Half Marathon Series, it has grown into one of the region’s marquee mass-participation running events and is positioned by its organizers as the premier half marathon in New Zealand.