Raceway Mile — Coastal Five

The Raceway Mile is a fast one-mile race at New Plymouth Raceway, serving as the closing event of the Coastal Five weekend. It begins at 4:00 PM, providing the festival with a twilight finale focused on speed, sound, and a final collective effort before the weekend concludes. The course covers 1.6 km on a flat, sealed raceway surface, with both the start and finish located within New Plymouth Raceway. The one-hour cut-off ensures accessibility, making it suitable for runners aiming for a quick mile as well as those completing the full 42.2 km Coastal Five challenge and seeking a spirited, social final race.