Stride into Spring - Palmerston North

OCT
4
2026
A self-timed spring run or walk in Palmerston North with 5 km, 10 km and 15 km courses, mixed surfaces, drink station and medals for every finisher.
15 kilometers 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Stride into Spring - Palmerston North

Stride into Spring is a springtime run and walk around the Manawatu River and Mangaone Stream in Palmerston North. The event offers multiple course lengths and medals for every finisher. The event HQ is at YMCA Palmerston North, Park Road.

Distances available:

  • 15 km
  • 10 km
  • 5 km

The courses mix sealed surfaces, narrow limestone trails and grassed sportsfields. The 5.4 km route is entirely on sealed surface and is suitable for prams and wheelchairs. The routes pass through The Esplanade, the Bridle Track, Panieri Park, the Mangaone Stream Trail, Rangitane Park, Otira Park and cross the He Ara Kotahi and Fitzherbert bridges. Course maps are provided and key turns will be marshalled; courses may vary depending on conditions.

This is a self-timed event with no official timing, but a digital clock will be available at the finish line so participants can note their own times. There is one drink station on course at the 4.5 km mark in Panieri Park; additional water fountains are located at He Ara Kotahi bridge and Fitzherbert Bridge. A First Aid team will be on course and at the start/finish area.

Event access and parking options are listed for nearby carparks and the Park Road area. The event is non-smoking; bikes, scooters and dogs are not permitted. Entry fees are non-refundable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

15 km
15km Run or Walk
10 km
10km Run or Walk
5 km
5km Run or Walk

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