Run the Runway – earlier start time

Hawke’s Bay Airport has brought forward the start time for its 60th anniversary Run the Runway event, with the starter’s horn now scheduled for 6pm, Saturday 1 February.

Instead of being staged after the last flight, Hawke’s Bay Airport will now hold Run the Runway in the two hour window between the last two flights of the day, says Judi Godbold, Manager Marketing and Business Growth at Hawke’s Bay Airport.

“The flight schedule allows for a perfect window of opportunity for runners to hit the course for an even better Run the Runway experience.

“The light will be better, and there’s the added thrill of running on the runway before the final flight comes in.

“More than a third of the available slots are already taken, and we encourage anyone thinking of entering to get in early to avoid disappointment, as places are limited. Entries close on Monday 20 January.”

The event will be timed, with prizes for the top male and female competitors. Hawke’s Bay Airport is a 24/7 operation; for safety reasons Run the Runway places are strictly limited and entry is restricted to adult runners. The entry fee is $20, with all entry fees collected going to youth development organisation Graeme Dingle Foundation Hawke’s Bay.

Because the event is being held at an operating aerodrome, Run the Runway could be cancelled on the day due to: aeromedical requirements, flight delays, or weather conditions. If the Airport cancels the event, entry fees will be refunded.

What: Hawke’s Bay Airport Run the Runway

When: 6:00 pm, Saturday 1 February 2025

Entries: Runners must enter online, there are no walk-ups on the day

Pre-event registration: Friday 31 January at the airport terminal, or from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm on the day

Where: Hawke’s Bay Airport, 111 Main North Road, Napier

How much: $20 – all entry fees go to Graeme Dingle Foundation Hawke’s Bay

Open to: All runners 18 years and over

For further information, Ts&Cs, and to enter: On the airport website www.hawkesbay-airport.co.nz from midday Saturday 21 December.

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Sunday from 5.45 am

The terminal closes after the last flight of the day.

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  • For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions, “The Promoter” refers to Hawke’s Bay Airport.
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