Half Marathon
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HALF MARATHON
Officially voted a "World Bucket List Half Marathon" by the world's biggest running publication - Runner's World USA - the 21k course at Omaha is one that is not to be missed by any true running aficionado. Road, track, beach, boardwalk and esplanade ... this flat and fast course will keep your mind fully occupied on your way to a brand new PB! Just remember to enter early. All of that publiciity and positive vibes means the Omaha Half Marathon has been a sell out in recent years and the FOMO will be intense if you don't commit early!
RACE DISTANCE
21.1 km
START TIME
07:30 am
Walkers @ 7:33am
TIME LIMIT
3.5 hrs
AGE LIMIT
14 yrs
On Race Day
The Course
The Omaha Half Marathon features a beautiful coastal route that takes in the many highlights of the Omaha Peninsula before crossing the causeway to nearby Point Wells.
The course features a variety of running surfaces and some of the most amazing views you will find anywhere. Much of the course is on road, footpath and concrete utilty trail. The spectacular beach section is almost entirely on hard packed sand whilst some short sections of the Point Wells loop are on the grass harbourside esplanade. All of this on a flat and fast route that is sure to see lots of PBs!
HALF MARATHON
Race Info at a Glance
The Basics |
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| Race | HALF MARATHON |
| Race Distance | 21.1km |
| Event Date | Sunday, December 8th, 2024 |
| Start Time | 7:30am (Competitive Walkers @ 7:33am) |
| Time Limit | 3.5 Hours |
| Awards Ceremony | 11am (approx 30 mins duration) |
| Age Limit | Participants must be 14 years or older on race day |
| Tickets & Fees | See the enter page |
| Number Collection | AHMS Series Pass entrants will receive all five race numbers by courier one week prior to the first event. All other entrants must collect their race number at the Event Venue from 2-4pm on Saturday (the day before the event) or from 6am on race morning. |
| Race Rules | See our general Competition Rules here. |
Event Base |
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| Location | Rahui Te Kiri Reserve, Omaha. Google locators: [start line pin] [finish line pin] |
| Access & Parking | See the dedicated Traffic & Transport page. |
| Refuelling Station | All race finishers will receive a can of SUPA sport drink and a banana when they cross the line. Water will be available from the Refuelling station outside of the finish chute. |
| Toilets | Portaloos will be located at the western end of Rahui Te Kiri reserve near to the main parking area. We strongly reccommend participants make use of public toilets on the way to the event on race morning. |
On Course |
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| Course Map | See Course Maps & Descriptions |
| Directions | Look out for our directional arrows at all turns and intersections. These will either be a white arrow on a blue circle or - for more detailed instructions - a yellow sandwich board setup on the road. Marshals are also present at all changes of direction. |
| Pacers | Pacers will attempt to guide particpants to achieve specified finish times in 10 minute increments from 1hr 30m to 2hr 20m. You can find out more information on them here. |
| Pedestrians & Dogs | Please be respectful of the public for those few cases where you are sharing a footpath. Friendly, well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome at the event venue however participants must not be accompanied by pets. |
| Toilets | Public toilets are available on course at the Point Wells boat ramp and Omaha Surf Club. Event portaloos will be placed in Rita Way (approx 6km) and the northern end of the Omaha>Point Wells bike track (approx 10.5km & 15.5km). |
| Aid Stations | Aid Stations are located at: > 2.5km / Track behind the Finish Line (water only) > 6.0km / Rita Way > 10.5km / Point Wells end of Omaha>Point Wells bike track > 15.5km / Point Wells end of Omaha>Point Wells bike track > 19.3km / Mangatawhiri Road (nr. Kewai St) Stations will serve water and PURE Electrolyte Hydration (except the aid station at 2.5km which will only serve water). |
Awards & Results |
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| Results | 2024 results will be here and updated live throughout the event. Scan the QR code on your race number to be taken directly to your personal result page. |
| Scoring | In the spirit of athletic competition, awards will be given based on positions across the finish line (a.k.a. "gun time"). However, online results will show - and be ranked upon - the actual time taken between start and finish line (a.k.a. "net time"). |
| Merit Awards | Trophies will be awarded as follows: > Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female overall > Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female in the Competitive Walk category |
| Participation Awards | All finishers receive the 2024 Omaha Half Marathon finisher medal. A finish at this event also qualifies as part two of the five part qualification for the Auckland Half Marathon Series Grand Slam Medal. |
| Competitive Walkers | To be eligible to compete in the Competitive Walk category, you must: 1/ Be registered in the Competitive Walk category, 2/ Start on the Competitive Walk starting signal (normally 3 minutes after the main race start) 3/ Walk at all times whilst completing the race distance. Full details and information are available on our dedicated Walkers page. |
| Virtual Event | Couldn't make it to the event on race day? You can still record a finish time, earn yourself a finisher medal and continue your pursuit of the AHMS Grand Slam medal by completing the event virtually. Carefully read and adhere to the instructions on our dedicated Virtual Events page. |
Safety |
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| On Course | You must always remain fully aware of your surroundings and look out for uneven surfaces, obstacles or vehicles. Even where the road is closed, we cannot guarantee it will be traffic-free. Only proceed where you are satisfied it is safe to do so. |
| Medics | Medical services will be provided by St John ambulance. In the case of an emergency, marshals or race crew will contact the on-site medical team in the first instance and - should there be any delay - dial 111. Important! In certain circumstances, on-site medicals may be able to respond to an emergency faster than 111. |
| Marshals | Please obey the marshals where they are acting for your safety. Marshals can make emergency calls on your behalf or contact event medical staff. |