Pre Race Info
Athlete Check-In
You must attend Athlete Check-in to collect your race number & official gear bag. Please remember to bring a copy of your registration confirmation QR code. No race bibs will be sent out, however someone else can collect your race pack on your behalf.
After Check-in you will also get the opportunity to check-out our Sports Expo, a major feature of your event weekend, and will include a large ASICS footwear and fashion selection and other sports and health exhibitors. Everyone is welcome!
The expo will also feature our friendly Info Desk ambassadors, here to help with comprehensive race day information, course maps, shuttle bus timetables and road closures.
Location: Viaduct Events Centre, 171 Halsey Street, Auckland
Opening Hours:
Friday 31 October 2025, 8:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday 1st November, 8:00am - 5:00pm
*Timing and location is based on 2024 and subject to change for 2025.
Race Day Check
- Your race number (and pins to attach it)
- Your transport tickets if you have booked on the event ferry or bus shuttle services
- Official Gear bag for bag drop with bag tag on it
- Weather appropriate clothing, plus sunscreen and cap
There will be no replacement numbers or timing chips available at the race start areas. Please ensure you have completed the back of your race number with your name, any medical conditions and a contact name and phone number (other than your own) in case of emergency.
Please pin your race number to the front of your t-shirt or running vest and make sure it is clearly visible. You must not use someone else’s number, nor let someone else use yours. Marshals will remove you from the race before you cross the finish line.
Your race number carries your disposable timing chip which is your unique timing device for the race. You must wear your race number to be classified as a starter and a finisher of the race and have your time recorded. Timing chips do not need to be returned.
Hydration
Hydration is an essential part to ensure your race day is a success.
PURE Electrolyte Hydration will be on course at all aid stations and contains the electrolytes sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium. It is formulated to replace electrolytes, provide fuel (5% carbohydrates) and hydrate while avoiding stomach upset.
The 2024 Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Marathon presented by ASICS will have PURE Electrolyte Lemon and PURE Electrolyte Superfruits on course.
Parking
MARATHON / HALF MARATHON START LINE
Due to traffic congestion on the North Shore from participants accessing the start line in Devonport, we strongly recommend that you consider utilising the pre-race charter services of the ferry or bus to get to the Marathon and Half Marathon start. Athletes in the Marathon are encouraged to park at the AT Downtown or Britomart carparks if catching the ferry. Half Marathon athletes are strongly encouraged to make use of the special early train services included in your event registration to get to the Downtown Ferry Terminal - see here for details. Should you choose to use your own vehicle to get to the start line, please allow plenty of time, and remember there is minimal public parking for participants in Devonport.
11KM START LINE
Due to traffic congestion around Smales Farm from road closures for the Marathon and Half Marathon course, we strongly recommend that you utilise the pre-race bus charter services to get to the 11km Traverse start. To make getting to these charter bus departure points easier, AT public transport services are included in your event registration - see here for details. Should you choose to use your own vehicle to get to the start, please allow plenty of time and note that there is very limited parking available at the 11km Traverse start line and surrounding areas - parking within Smales Farm is a gold coin donation to Harbour Hospice. A drop-off zone at Smales Farm is accessible when travelling from Northcote Road.
5KM & KIDS MARATHON START LINES
Due to traffic congestion around the city, we strongly recommend that you consider utilising the AT public transport services included in your event registration - see here for details. The start lines for both the 5km and Kids Marathon is a short walk from Britomart Train Station. Should you choose to use your own vehicle to get to the start lines, we recommend using the AT Downtown or Britomart carparks - please allow plenty of time.
FINISH LINE
Parking is available at various downtown car parks or surrounding streets that do not have parking restrictions in place. See parking map here. Road closure and parking restriction information will be available on the website in October.
Mobile App
The Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Marathon presented by ASICS app has been updated for 2024 and is ready for you to download!
It has everything you need to know ahead of race day, including the event schedule & course maps. And on race day, your friends and family will be able to track your progress.
Download via your App store below.
