AKAROA 10KM RUN / WALK
10KM Information
Date: Sunday 17 May 2026
Distance: 10KM Run or Walk
Start Time: 10:00am
Start Line: Summit Road
Finish Line: Akaroa Domain
Race Briefing: 9:45am Start Line - Summit Road
Minimum Age: 10yr (we recommend anyone under the age of 12 run or walk with an adult)
Cut Off Times:
- 3:00pm at 3.5km mark
Prizes:
1st, 2nd, 3rd Women, Men Overall
Timing Categories:
1st Female, 1st Male 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Additional Info:
- Walkers are very welcome in this event, however there is no separate walk category for the 10km event.
- Due to Traffic Management restrictions we have cut offs at various points along the course (please see above)
- 4:00pm FULL COURSE CLOSURE
Chase a PB or take it easy - the choice is yours!
Course Description
The 10km Run or Walk course is a course full of amazing views. The course has been designed to allow for a point-to-point experience, making sure each step competitors take is on new ground and offers epic views at every turn.
The race starts along Summit Road, above Le Bons Bay on the eastern side of Banks Peninsula. Runners and walkers will weave their way along Summit Rd for a few kilometres, overlooking the incredible views on either side of the road.
Summit Road is a favourite for travellers to Akaroa and Banks Peninsula. For this day only the road has restricted access to all vehicles, allowing the chance for competitors to take in the spectacular 360 degrees views safely. The sealed road is undulating and travels around the rim of the ancient volcano, now known as Akaroa Harbour. At times the views are out over the South Pacific Ocean and at other times the views are across the sparking waters of the harbour. The village of Akaroa comes into sight as competitors head around the crater rim, creating a wonderful 'marker' to aim for as the kilometres go by.
There is an Aid Station for the 10km event at the completion of Summit Road, at the top of Long Bay Road. From here runners and walkers descend the final kilometres of the course into Akaroa Harbour. Each step down the hill brings runners and walkers closer to the sea-side Finish Line where supporters and a beautiful 'finishers medal' will be waiting.
Sealed Road 100%
Course Map
Elevation Profile
Aid Station
An Aid Station will be at the following approximate distance in the Run Akaroa 10KM Run or Walk:
3.5km "LONG BAY" Aid Station
The Aid Station will have water, PURE Electrolyte Hydration, and a supply of fruit, lollies, chips, etc.
The Aid Station is well stocked and Gluten Free options are available. Toilets will be available. Women's period products are available.
HOW TO GET TO THE START LINE
Vehicle Drop Off
Competitors can be dropped off at the start line by private vehicle. The 10km start line is situated along Summit Road, at the turn off to Le Bons Bay. Summit Road will be closed to all vehicles other than competitor vehicles and crew vehicles during this process.
Marshals will guide drivers to where competitors will be dropped off. Drivers must follow all instructions and keep the flow of traffic moving at all times.
There is NO PARKING on Summit Road while competitors are being dropped off. Drivers will need to drop off their competitor and leave via Long Bay Road. Marshals will be directing vehicles. (Please see the relevant map below.)
All competitors will need to be dropped off by 8:45am. All vehicles must be off Summit Road by 9:00am to ensure the race can start on time.
Bus Drop Off OPTION 1
You are able to catch a bus from central Christchurch city to your start line. Buses will transport you back to the city later in the day.
Bus Drop Off OPTION 2
If you are leaving your vehicle in Akaroa for the day you are able to catch a bus from Akaroa on the morning of the race.
All competitors will need to be dropped off by 8:45am.
All vehicles must be off Summit Road by 9:00am to ensure the race can start on time. (See map below for designated routes to and from the 10km Start Line.)