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11/02/2008 - 11/02/2008Auckland Marathon
Auckland,
New Zealand
The course of the full marathon and half marathon covers a wide swathe of the Bay, starting at Devonport on the north shore. There are also walking events over 10km (6.2 miles) and 5km (3.1 miles). This has been Auckland's premier road racing event since the 1980s, and it attracts 10,000 runners and large crowds of supporters. Besides the excitement and spectacle of the races themselves, which take place against the backdrop of the city and the Bay, there is a big free concert in Victoria Park near the finishing line. Up to three recognised mainstream New Zealand bands play on stage in the evening, after a radio station party, various warm-up acts, kids' entertainments and a merchandise sales park have kept visitors entertained during the day.
Themes:
Entertainment
, Spectacle
, Sport
Hours: From 0630.
Cost: Free to spectate.
Where: Roads of Devonport and Auckland
Devonport to Victoria Park, Auckland; all events finish in Fanshawe Street
Auckland, New Zealand
Getting there:
Foot: Most viewing locations are accessible on foot
Road: Victoria Park is on the west side of downtown area
Contact Information:
Auckland Marathon
PO Box 11438
Ellerslie
Auckland
North Island
1131
New Zealand
Telephone: +64 (0)9 570 2222.
Email: racedirector@aucklandmarathon.co.nz
Website: www.aucklandmarathon.co.nz
