New Plymouth 5 km Run Road Race - Coastal Five Running Event

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Pukekura Park 5km

Two laps of garden bliss in the heart of Taranaki. Take it easy or chase a time, this gem runs through flower-filled trails, waterfalls, and that fearsome little climb we all love to complain about—Bowl Hill. One heck of a route, and perfect for a weekend leg stretcher.

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why the 5km should be on your list

✅ Scenic & social – Start in the Bowl, loop the park trails, glide past Fountain Lake and the charming Poet’s Bridge, then brave Bowl Hill (only once, promise!). More downhill than up—wheeee!

✅ Family-friendly fun – Buggies (single only, please), strollers, and walkers are totally welcome. Just keep it lefty and let the peppy runners pass on the right.

✅ Medal for all – Everyone finishes with a medal, spot prizes at bib pickup, and heaps of high‑five opportunities.

✅ Age-diverse vibes – Categories from little legends (0–9, accompanied please), through teens, to grandparents tearing it up in the 65+ bracket.

Course details

The Pukekura Park 5km is a family friendly event and you can even bring your buggy.

All ages are encouraged to enter we just need anyone 11 years or under to have an accompanying adult with them at all times.

The start of the 5km is in front of the Brooklands Zoo. It then heads straight down Brooklands Park Road, along Victoria Road to Gilbert Street and back onto the Park trails.

Winding your way through the park you'll take in the sights of Fountain Lake and Poet's Bridge before finishing your first lap in front of the Bowl of Brooklands stage.

Then it's back around for lap two but first you have to climb the infamous Bowl Hill! The good news is you only have to do this once and the 5km overall has more down than up!

Race Information

Date

Saturday 15th November 2025

Entry Fee

Super Early Bird (until 14th Dec 24) $30 / student $20
Early Bird (until midnight 14th July) $35 / student $25
Standard (until midnight 14th October) $40 / student $30
Late$45 / student $35
Kids 11 and Under $15

Distance

5 km

Start Time

We’ve got a split start to keep the course smooth and the legs flying:

🚀 Wave 1 – Sub 30 Minute Runners
Start Time: 12:30 PM sharp
This is your wave if you’re chasing speed, a PB, or glory (and you know you’ll finish under 30 minutes). Let’s gooooo!

🎉 Wave 2 – 30 Minutes and Over
Start Time: 12:50 PM
This wave is for the cruisers, the pacers, the selfie-takers and legends doing it their way. You’ve got the hype, the heart, and a clear course ahead.

Start Line

Bowl of Brooklands, Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth

Minimum Age

Open to all ages. All participants between the ages of 0 – 9 inclusive must register and be accompanied by an adult for the entire duration of the event. The accompanying adult must also register for the event and takes full responsibility for the safety of the entrant 9 years or under. Participants 10 years and over can complete the course without an accompanying adult.

KIDS RELAY OR ONE LAP

All kids have the option of completing one lap of the course (the first lap is the easiest) or entering as a relay team. Medals will still be awarded for both options. Email us at info@coastalfive.co.nz to organise relay team entries.

Cut Off Time

No cut off time

Timing Results

Timing results will be provided by age group category. 5km age group categories are as follows for men and women; 0-11 years, 12-15 years, 16-34 years, 35-49 years, 50-64 years, 65+ years

Walkers

Walkers are welcome to enter in the 5km. Please ensure walkers start at the back behind the runners and keep to the left at all times.

Prizes

All Pukekura 5km finishers will receive a finisher medal. Random draw spot prizes will be awarded at event prizegiving on Sunday 16th November.

Race Rules

Single baby buggies only (not double or triple) will be allowed. Non-racing wheelchairs may be permitted to register, but must seek prior approval from the Race Director by emailing info@coastalfive.co.nz