Emerson's Dunedin Marathon

I know we've posted this before but hey, the event is too good for you to miss out and we don't want that.
You get to try the latest Brooks shoes and go on an easy run with the wonderful Mel Aitken.
Its a no obligation no brainer...Get into it!

Join Shoe Clinic and Brooks for a wear test run.
Brooks invites you to an exclusive Emerson's Dunedin Marathon pre-race 5k shake out run, featuring the latest Brooks Running styles.
Be expertly fitted by the team at Shoe Clinic Dunedin. Trial new release Brooks Running styles with prizes and giveaways up for grabs.

Thursday August 13
Emerson's Brewery
70 Anzac Avenue Dunedin
6pm arrival, run commences 6.15pm

Register at: https://wizrumfo.paperform.co/

Hard to believe its only just over 6 weeks to go before race day on September 13.
Thinking about taking on the 2026 Emerson's Dunedin Marathon? Now's the time to lock in your entry.
Late fees kick in on August 2 so register now to secure the best price and guarantee your place on the start line.
No matter whether you're chasing a PB, ticking off your first event or enjoying the atmosphere with friends and family, we'd love to see you there.
Enter now before the prices go up!

Get race-day-ready with a shake out run!
Join Shoe Clinic and Brooks for a wear test run.
Brooks invites you to an exclusive Emerson's Dunedin Marathon pre-race 5k shake out run, featuring the latest Brooks Running styles.
Be expertly fitted by the team at Shoe Clinic Dunedin. Trial new release Brooks Running styles with prizes and giveaways up for grabs.

Thursday August 13
Emerson's Brewery
70 Anzac Avenue Dunedin
6pm arrival, run commences 6.15pm

Register at: https://wizrumfo.paperform.co/

Volunteer course marshals needed!

We're looking for enthusiastic people to join our course marshal team and help make the 2026 Emerson's Dunedin Marathon a safe and successful event.
As a marshal, you'll play an important role in safely guiding participants along the course while being a part of one of Dunedin's biggest community events.
No previous experience needed. Its a great way to give back to and support our wonderful running and walking community.
You'll be required for between 4-6 hours depending on the event.
Course marshals are required to be 18 years and older. We welcome younger volunteers if accompanied by an adult.

Lets get you started!

Apply through this form:
Dunedin Marathon Marshalling 2026 – Fill out form
or send us an email:
[email protected].
"We'll give you more information and would love to have you on our happy team!

Enjoy your Matariki weekend everyone. Its a time for resting, reflecting and.... who am I kidding? The rains stopped, the weathers fine and its a great time to get out training for our Marathon events. Enjoy your long run on this long weekend and remember, slow your pace down. Its just about time on your feet.

dunedinmarathon.co.nz to enter

Sunday 13 September 2026 Home 2026 Registration   The 46th Dunedin Marathon will be held on Sunday 13th September. Register by clicking the button above or find out all you need to know prior to and during race day here. Jetstar flights from Australia to Dunedin Fly direct from the Gold Coast to Dunedin with Jetstar. It’...

We are so excited to be part of this inaugural event in Dunedin Marathon race weekend. Race the mile on saturday and line up for your Marathon event on Sunday. Its a festival for runners!

There’s nothing quite like the atmosphere of our Finish Line Village at Emerson’s.

Once the race is done, the celebrations begin. There'll be food trucks, massage tents, ice baths, hot drinks, cold drinks, medals, prize money, spot prizes, the hospitality of Emerson's Taproom and the company of hundreds of fellow runners all sharing in an incredible achievement.

It’s a huge day, a happy day, and one of the highlights of the event.

Entries are open now — sign up and be part of the buzz!

How’s your training going? Fantastic, we hope!

Believe it or not, this is a great time of year to be training. The hard work you put in during winter will set you up perfectly for the lighter, warmer days of spring and summer. By then, you'll have built a solid base of strength and endurance to enjoy the many outstanding tracks and trails we’re fortunate to have in this part of the world.

If you're carrying any niggling injuries, now is the time to address them. Either take the opportunity to rest and recover or seek advice from a physiotherapist. Continuing to train through an injury rarely ends well and can often lead to a much longer layoff than taking action early.

Its a fact that our marathon couldn't go ahead without hundreds of unpaid volunteers. Some of them work all year round on the organisation/management side, while others come to us to help on race weekend. Give them a smile as you pass them on the course. They're there to help and to keep you safe and secure on your amazing day. Most of our volunteers are runners so they know exactly what you're going through and why you're doing it. Isn't it great?

3 months out and things are getting exciting. Time for you to press the Go button and sign up for the best day ever. Just hink of crossing that finish line to a medal and the love and applause of friends and family. Its a magical experience.
A reminder that we have free training guides online at dunedinmarathon.co.nz. check them out. They work!