Coastal Five

17/06/2026

🏅 Coastal Five medal planning is underway...

And we know how much runners love a good medal. 😏

What's the best event medal you've ever earned?

16/06/2026

14/06/2026

😅 Parenting level: Expert Mode.

One in the stroller.

One on the shoulders.

And somehow still making forward progress.

Just another day at Coastal Five. 👏

Who's bringing the family along this year? 👇

13/06/2026

💙 Not a bad place for a run.

Whether you're training for Coastal Five or just enjoying a Sunday stroll, we're pretty lucky to call Taranaki home.

Where's your favourite place to run or walk in Taranaki? 👇

11/06/2026

🚨 ATTENTION PROCRASTINATORS 🚨

This is your official warning... ⏰ ONE MONTH TO GO

Coastal Five Early Bird pricing is coming to an end soon. 👀

If you've been thinking:
👉 "I'll enter tomorrow"
👉 "I'll sort it next week"
👉 "I've got heaps of time"

This is your sign.

Lock in your entry, save some dollars, and give yourself something epic to train for.

Future you will be very grateful. 🙌

10/06/2026

💙 A little message from future you...

"Thanks for entering Coastal Five."

Because right now it feels like November is ages away.

Then suddenly:
🏃 Training is underway
🌊 Race weekend arrives
🏅 You're crossing the finish line wondering why you ever doubted yourself

Funny how that happens.

What event are you eyeing up this year? 👇

07/06/2026

🌊 MEET THE AIR NZ COASTAL HALF 🌊

The big one.

21.1km of coastline, fresh sea air and plenty of reasons to keep putting one foot in front of the other.

The coastal views are guaranteed. A sighting of the maunga? That's between you and the weather gods. 😏

Whether you're chasing a PB, ticking off your first half marathon, or simply looking for an excuse to spend a weekend in Taranaki, the Coastal Half delivers.

🏃 21.1km
🌊 Stunning coastal scenery
🏅 One unforgettable finish line

Who's adding the Coastal Half to their Coastal Five weekend? 👇

06/06/2026

🏃‍♀️ DOES IT STILL COUNT IF YOU WALK? 🏃‍♂️

It's one of the most common questions new runners ask.

And the answer is simple:

Absolutely.

One of the biggest lessons every runner learns is that walking doesn't make you less of a runner. In fact, many experienced runners walk hills, walk through aid stations, and even use run-walk strategies to tackle longer distances.

The goal isn't to run every single step.

The goal is to keep moving forward.

If you've ever felt guilty about taking a walking break during training or an event, our latest Run Hub article is for you.

👉 Read: The Lesson Every Beginner Runner Needs to Learn

Tell us in the comments: what's one running lesson you wish you'd learned sooner?

04/06/2026

❓ FAQ FRIDAY ❓

Do I have to run all 5 events?

Nope!

Whether you're chasing a marathon challenge or just keen to tackle a single event, Coastal Five is designed to be run your way.

Choose from:
🏃 Coastal Half
🌳 Pukekura Park 5km
⛰️ Pukeiti Climb 10km
💧 Lake Mangamahoe 4.5km
👟 Devon Mile

Run one. Run a few. Run them all.

The choice is yours. 🙌

Got a question about Coastal Five? Drop it below and it might feature in our next FAQ.

02/06/2026

🎉 WHO SHOULD WE INVITE TO THE COASTAL FIVE EXPO? 🎉

The Coastal Five Expo is landing at TSB Stadium on Friday 13 November, and we want YOUR ideas!

Sure, we'd love to see running brands... but what else?

👟 Activewear
☕ Coffee & food vendors
💆 Recovery & wellness
🌿 Health & wellbeing businesses
🏃 Fitness and active lifestyle brands
🎽 Local businesses
🎁 Gifts, goodies and things we definitely don't need but will probably buy anyway

Whether you're running, walking, cheering from the sidelines, or just coming along for the atmosphere, who would you love to see at the Expo?

Tag your favourite businesses, brands, clubs or organisations below 👇

You never know... they might just get an invitation! 😉