2k Kids’ Dash
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EVENT DATE
SUNDAY, 12th APRIL 2026
START TIME
10:00 AM
EVENT DISTANCE
2kM
TIME LIMIT
30 MINS
AGE LIMIT
>Kids Aged 3-10 Years on Race Day
Kids, this is your time to shine!
The 2km Kids' Dash is the last race of the morning and - with many of the other participants already finished - we can expect a huge number of spectators to cheer the kids on. Kids, it does not matter how fast or slow you go! From first to last, we are all here to celebrate the achievement of our future Olympians and every single finisher in the Kids' Dash is a champion in our eyes.
And what's waiting for you at the finish line? A stunning ASICS Waterfront Half Marathon finisher medal!
The Course
Feel the thunder! We expect a huge line up of adults to cheer on the kids as they take centre stage for 2K dash. The dash starts under the main Start Arch on Tamaki Drive at the north-eastern corner of Vellenoweth Green. The road will be locked down to give the kids unrestrictred and safe passage as they charge up Tamaki Drive for 1000 metres. The turnaround is just around the bend in Kohimarama, where the kids will do a 180 and head back to the finish. That gives parents just enough time to bolt over to the finish line and grab a great posi to witness that glorious finish. Onya!
2K KIDS' DASH
Race Info at a Glance
The Basics |
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| Race | 2KM KIDS' DASH |
| Race Distance | 2KM |
| Event Date | Sunday, April 12th, 2026 |
| Start Time | 10:00am |
| Time Limit | 30 mins |
| Awards Ceremony | 10:30am (approx 45 mins duration) |
| Age Limit | Kids must be aged between 3 and 10 years on race day. Important! Some kids who register for a 2k AHMS Series Pass may be over 10 years old for races 2-5 of the series. These kids may still compete in the 2k dash and accrue points in the AHMS Series Points competition. However, they will not qualify for age group prizes for any individual race where they are >10 years old on race day. |
| Tickets & Fees | See the enter page |
| Race Number Collection | AHMS Series Pass entrants will receive all five race numbers by courier one week prior to the first event. All other entrants must collect their race number at the Event Venue from 1pm - 4pm on Saturday (the day before the event) or from 5:30am on race morning. |
| Race Rules | See our general Competition Rules here. |
Event Base |
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| Location | Vellenoweth Green, St Heliers. Google locators: [start line pin] [finish line pin] |
| Access & Parking | See the dedicated Traffic & Transport page. |
| Refuelling Station | All race finishers will receive a banana or snack bar and a can of drink when they cross the line. Water will be available from the Refuelling station outside of the finish chute. |
| Toilets | A large number of event portaloos will be located on the southern side of Vellowneweth Green. A large public toilet and changing room is available on the beachside promenade directly opposite the start line and another is sited at the eastern end of St Heliers beach, near the play area. |
On Course |
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| Course Map | See Course Maps & Descriptions |
| Directions | The entire course takes place on Auckland's beautiful Tamaki Drive with only a single 180 degress turn to negotiate near Fergs Kayaks in Okahu Bay. |
| Pedestrians & Dogs | Please be respectful of the public and always look out for members of the public attempting to cross the road in front of runners. Unfortunately, non-runners often misjudge how quickly participants are moving. Friendly, well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome at the event venue however participants must not be accompanied by pets. |
| Toilets | There are no toilets on the kids' dash course. |
| Aid Stations | There are no aid stations on the kids' dash course. |
Awards & Results |
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| Results | Results will be updated live throughout the event - see the Results page for links. Scan the QR code on your race number to be taken directly to your personal result page. This link will provide live real-time results and progress reports on race day. Please share it with your friends and family. |
| Scoring | In the spirit of athletic competition, awards will be given based on positions across the finish line (a.k.a. "gun time"). However, online results will show - and be ranked upon - the actual time taken between start and finish line (a.k.a. "net time"). |
| Merit Awards | Trophies will be awarded as follows: > Top 3 Boys & Top 3 Girls aged 3-7 years on race day. > Top 3 Boys & Top 3 Girls aged 8-10 years on race day. |
| Participation Awards | All finishers receive a beautiful ASICS Waterfront Half Marathon finisher medal. See previous medals here. A finish at this event also qualifies as the fifth and final part qualification for the Auckland Half Marathon Series Grand Slam Medal. |
| Virtual Event | Couldn't make it to the event on race day? You can still record a finish time and earn yourself a finisher medal by completing the event virtually. Carefully read and adhere to the instructions on our dedicated Virtual Events page. Important! You cannot qualify for an AHMS Grand Slam medal with a virtual finish at this event. |
Safety |
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| Parents/Guardians | Parents or guardians are very welcome to accompany their child and you do not need to register to do this. However, we respectfully ask that parents/guardians observe the following rules: > only one accompanying adult per child > please start towards the back of the field > please be especially mindful of the other kids taking part around you |
| On Course | You must always remain fully aware of your surroundings and look out for uneven surfaces, obstacles or vehicles. Even where the road is closed, we cannot guarantee it will be traffic-free. Only proceed where you are satisfied it is safe to do so. |
| Medics | Medical services will be provided by an appropriately licensed medical provider who will be available on-site and available to attend emergencies on course. In the case of an emergency, marshals or race crew *may* contact the on-site medical team in the first instance as they may be able to respond sooner than 111. Important! If in any doubt, where there is a medical emergency, ask someone to call 111. |
| Marshals | Please obey the marshals where they are acting for your safety. Marshals can make emergency calls on your behalf or contact event medical staff. Important! Event marshals are provided by third-party organisations. They are volunteers and should be treated with respect, however they do not speak on behalf of the event organiser. Whilst provided with appropriate and accurate information, we cannot guarantee they will always communicate this. Participants have primary responsibility for their own safety.
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