The Early Years
2008Established in 2008, the Hamilton Marathon is now 18 years old. From its first edition in Hamilton, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in New Zealand.
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The Hamilton Marathon features a scenic loop course through New Zealand's Waikato region, starting and finishing at Seddon Park in the city centre. The route traverses through Hamilton's parks, riverside paths, and surrounding suburban areas with predominantly flat to gently rolling terrain. The course is well-supported with aid stations and takes runners through the heart of the Waikato's agricultural landscape.
October in Hamilton offers spring weather with mild temperatures ideal for marathon running. Conditions are typically clear to partly cloudy with a low probability of rain, making it one of the best times to race in the Waikato region.

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Established in 2008, the Hamilton Marathon is now 18 years old. From its first edition in Hamilton, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in New Zealand.
Runners come to the Hamilton Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Hamilton has a reputation as a PB factory, with the roads seemingly designed to keep your pace honest and your splits consistent from start to finish.
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