This article provides detailed information on all South Africa’s April 2024 marathons including race descriptions and recommendations. You can find the full 2024 marathon / ultra calendar here.
A summary of your choices is below:
April is ultra month with 8 ultra marathons dominating the 15 confirmed events.
Weekend One
The Irene 48k is the big event and had removed one-lap to revert back to a double-lapper. A good option for those who are touch and go with their Comrades qualification time as 48k provides the easiest qualification time. The Arthur Creswell Bergville to Ladysmith is back on the calendar and is one of those races that everyone should do at least once. Those looking for a standard marathon have Highveld in Ermelo and the Mall of the North in Polokwane to choose from.
Weekend Two
Two Oceans has permanently moved from the Easter weekend but it looks like no one else wants to compete with the second largest ultra on the planet so its’ ‘Constania Nek or niks’ on this weekend.
Weekend Three
There are five races and they are all ultras! Saturday sees the second edition of the Tshwane North 50k as well as Loskop 50k (the latter which is almost twice the price of all the other ultras this weekend).
Sunday’s options are the Benoni Northerns (which has a 48k and standard marathon option), the Chatsworth 52k and a new 50k race in North West commemorating local Koster legend Bill Rowan (the first winner on Comrades).
Weekend Four
You final weekend in April includes Outeniqua, one of the must do bucket list marathons run from George to Wilderness in the Garden Route. You’ve also got Polokwane City, Kuruman in the Northern Cape (and the cheapest April event at R150) as well as Durban International. The latter double as the SA Champs and is on a very fast point-to-point route for those looking to upgrade their Comrades seeding.
What I’m planning to run
Highveld, Two Oceans, Benoni Northerns and Durban International.
See you on the road!
Below are full details of each race as well as flyers, photos and route profiles (where available).
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April
Hippo Richards Bay Marathon (Sat 6 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | Run the most easterly marathon in South Africa in Richards Bay at the ‘Hippo’ – a super flat double-lapper at sea-level through the suburbs of Richards Bay. Things can get hot and sweaty very quickly in Richards Bay so to compensate for the expected heat the race starts extra early and refreshment tables are extra frequent to prevent overheating. Full road closure on two of the main roads and partial road closure for the rest of the route. |
| Detailed Report | Hippo Marathon (Getting hot & sweaty in Richards Bay): http://runningmann.co.za/2019/03/24/hippo-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 06 April 2024 |
| Location | Richards Bay, KZN |
| Start Venue | Zululand Multi Sports Club |
| Route Type | Double-lapper |
| Race Website | – |
| Contact Details | entry@msem.co.za ; info@zmsc.co.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://www.msem.co.za/indexdetails.php?id=507&raceid=20240408 |
| Pre-entries Close | Tuesday 02 April 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R400 |
| Included Extras | Shirt (entries before 18 Mar) |
| Late entries | Yes (R50 extra for late entries; No race day entries) |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 600km (7h) drive or fly to Durban and 150km (1h30) drive from King Shaka along the N2. |
| Accommodation Options | Various Guesthouses and Hotels in Meerensee – 500m to 8km from the start |
| What else to do there? | Richards Bay is a small fishing town – either catch your own supper or enjoy the catch of day with a sundowner at one of the local restaurants whilst overlooking the Indian Ocean. Harbour cruises are available throughout the day and the adventurous might want to explore one of the many game reserves and national heritage sites (like St. Lucia and Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Park) that are all within an hour’s drive. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 200 |
| Which year was the race started? | 2019 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 4 |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 2000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 208 |
Highveld Marathon (Sat 6 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | Your stock, standard small town marathon through the Mpumalanga agricultural and mining town (and surrounding countryside) of Ermelo. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Saturday 06 April 2024 |
| Location | Ermelo, Mpu |
| Start Venue | Body Strong Fitness Gym, Ermelo |
| Route Type | Out-and-back |
| Race Website | – |
| Contact Details | andriespk@gmail.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://www.entryninja.com/events/80193-highveld-4-in-1-marathon |
| Pre-entries Close | Friday 29 March 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R250 |
| Included Extras | – |
| Late entries | Yes – |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 210km (2h15) drive east on the N17. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Check out the coal mines before they all disappear. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 300 |
| Which year was the race started? | 2022 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 2 |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | 800 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 449 |
Mall of the North Marathon (Sat 06 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | Polokwane races are normally hot and not particularly interesting. However, this race bucks the trend and is the best I’ve done in Limpopo’s largest city. An out and back route that takes you almost immediately from the mall parking lot into pristine African savannah and keeps you there for over 40km. |
| Detailed Report | Mall Of The North Marathon (The Pick of Polokwane): http://runningmann.co.za/2018/05/01/mall-of-the-north-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 06 April 2024 |
| Location | Polokwane, Lim |
| Start Venue | Mall of the North |
| Route Type | Out-and-back |
| Race Website | www.polokwaneathleticclub.co.za |
| Contact Details | polokwaneac@yahoo.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://secure.onreg.com/onreg2/front/step1.php?id=6407 |
| Pre-entries Close | Tuesday 02 April 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R326 |
| Included Extras | Shirt (online entries) |
| Late entries | Yes – |
| Title sponsor | Mall of the North www.mallofthenorth.co.za/ |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 325km (3h) drive due north on the N1. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | http://polokwanetourism.co.za/ |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 500 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 6500 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | ? |
Great East Marathon (Sat 6 Apr): Not on calendar
| Race Description | I ran the inaugural event in 2019 when there were just 18 finishers and really enjoyed it. There are no major hills but there are constant undulations making this quite a difficult route (total elevation is 723m). The scenery is spectacular over this circular route in rural Mpumalanga on the doorstep of the Kruger National Park. |
| Detailed Report | Great East Marathon (The Kruger Park run): http://runningmann.co.za/2019/05/07/great-east-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 06 April 2024 |
| Location | Hazyview, Mpu |
| Start Venue | Great East Sports Club |
| Route Type | Circular |
| Race Website | ? |
| Contact Details | tablets@mpg.gov.za ; khumalomusa88@gmail.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | Saturday 00 January 1900 |
| Pre-entries Close | ? |
| Entry Fee | ? |
| Included Extras | ? |
| Late entries | ? – |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 400km (4h30) drive east on the N4 past Mbombela. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options (Hazyview is the closest town) |
| What else to do there? | You’re just a kudu’s jump from the Kruger National Park so go and see some animals after the race. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 30 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | ? |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 723 |
Irene Ultra 48k Ultra (Sun 7 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | This is one of only two ultras in Gauteng and is a low fuss, hassle-free Gauteng ultra that brands itself as “#THEQualifier for Comrades”. The race starts and finishes in the local agricultural grounds with the meat of the race run through the Irene and Midstream suburbs. The route has changed to a 3 x 16 km lapper to ensure the safety of the runners and has plenty of long, straight stretches for easy running. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Sunday 07 April 2024 |
| Location | Centurion, Gau |
| Start Venue | ARC Campus Irene |
| Route Type | Double-lapper |
| Race Website | https://www.ireneultra.co.za |
| Contact Details | info@irenerunner.co.za |
| Distance | 48 |
| Online Entries | https://www.entryninja.com/events/80120-irene-running-festival |
| Pre-entries Close | Sunday 31 March 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R380 |
| Included Extras | – |
| Late entries | No – |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | The start is 50km (45mins) north of central Joburg with many access points but allow for race day traffic. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Spend the day relaxing on Irene Farm (and depending on how fast you run you can enjoy a lovely breakfast or lunch on the tranquil grounds). After watching the cows on the farm you can see usually the Bulls in action later that afternoon at Loftus. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 3000 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 5000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 433 |
Arthur Creswell Memorial 52k Ultra (Sun 7 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | The race offers 52 countryside kilometres through northern Kwazulu Natal with enthusiastic support tables organised by the local community. Remember your warm top for the icy start in Bergville and your suntan lotion once the sun comes up – it’s a long, hot slog to Ladysmith. Those who enjoy a challenge (and a good view) will appreciate the stretch from 12 to 18km up Child’s Hill – the highest point on the route. Luckily the organisers leave the rest of this hill’s family out of it as you drop and undulate all the way home. To keep you on your toes, there is a tricky dirt road section towards the end of the route. The Bergville ultra features as the cornerstone of many KZN runner’s Comrades training plans. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Sunday 07 April 2024 |
| Location | Bergville-Ladysmith, KZN |
| Start Venue | Bergville Municipal Offices |
| Route Type | Point-to-point |
| Race Website | http://www.ladysmithathleticsclub.co.za/ |
| Contact Details | lacracesecretary@gmail.com |
| Distance | 52 |
| Online Entries | https://www.eventtiming.info/entryonline.php?id=1356 |
| Pre-entries Close | ? |
| Entry Fee | R300 |
| Included Extras | – |
| Late entries | Yes (Late entries R350; No race day entries) |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | Yes (10th finish) |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 350km (3h30) drive south down the N3 |
| Accommodation Options | Hunter Lodge 036 637 2359 Farquhar Lodge 036 631 0847 Peaches and Cream 036 631 0954 Durnford Lodge 036 637 2828 Bokmakierie 036 637 8403 Boer ‘n Brit 078 376 5179 Platrand Lodge 036 631 0204 |
| What else to do there? | There are plenty of historical sites and family orientated holiday resorts around Ladysmith. The Nambiti Private Game Reserve has a number of good value lodges for those who want to unwind after their ultra. And of course you can always use the race as an excuse to explore magnificent Midlands. https://midlandsmeander.co.za/ |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 500 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | 5000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 471 |
Total Sports Two Oceans 56k Ultra (Sat 13 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | Enjoy 56 magnificent kilometres around the Cape Peninsula. The second largest ultra in the world and my own personal favourite (I’m looking forward to my 19th voyage in 2023). After a flat first half through Cape Town’s southern suburbs and alongside the Indian Ocean, you get to climb one of the most beautiful passes in the world, Chapman’s Peak Drive. A drop into Hout Bay gets you to the marathon mark and this is followed by 4km of extreme nastiness called Constantia Nek. The last 10km are mainly downhill with a few bumps along the way until you reach the best finish straight in the country at the University of Cape Town. |
| Detailed Report | Two Oceans (A Love Letter To My Favourite Ultra): http://runningmann.co.za/2018/04/25/two-oceans-ultra-love-letter/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 13 April 2024 |
| Location | Cape Town, WC |
| Start Venue | Main Road Newlands, Cape Town |
| Route Type | Circular |
| Race Website | https://www.twooceansmarathon.org.za/events/ultra-marathon/ |
| Contact Details | info@twooceansmarathon.org.za (and follow updates on website and social media) |
| Distance | 56 |
| Online Entries | Saturday 00 January 1900 |
| Pre-entries Close | Closed |
| Entry Fee | R790 |
| Included Extras | Shirt; Goodie Bag |
| Late entries | ? – |
| Title sponsor | Total Sports https://www.totalsports.co.za/home |
| Permanent Numbers | Yes (10th finish) |
| How to get there from Joburg? | Fly to Cape Town; 20km drive from the airport to Newlands. |
| Accommodation Options | Book your accommodation at any of the Tsogo Sun Hotels, the official travel partner, in Cape Town and surrounds. |
| What else to do there? | As one of the world’s top tourist destinations, and the leading events and festivals city in the world, Cape Town has much to offer both locals and international visitors during the Two Oceans Marathon race week. Check out https://myciti.org.za/en/home/ for options. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 9000 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | 7h |
| First prize value | 250000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 607 |
Kimberley Marathon (Sat 13 Apr): Moved to 4 May
| Race Description | Nothing known about this marathon. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Saturday 13 April 2024 |
| Location | Kimberley, NC |
| Start Venue | Yorkshire Cricket Group |
| Route Type | ? |
| Race Website | ? |
| Contact Details | ? |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | Saturday 00 January 1900 |
| Pre-entries Close | ? |
| Entry Fee | ? |
| Included Extras | ? |
| Late entries | ? |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 500km (5h) drive or 1h flight to Kimberley |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B options. Camping sites are available at the De Aar High school grounds. Contact person. Mine Olivier 0716890938. |
| What else to do there? | Go digging for diamonds at the ‘Big Hole’ complex; Check out the historic battlefields as well as various memorials and museums; Have a beer at the Star of the West – the oldest pub in South Africa. There are also a few game viewing options within close driving distance. |
| Normal Finishers | N/A |
| Which year was the race started? | 2024 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 0 |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | ? |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | ? |
Flyer (where available)
Tshwane North Ultra Ultra (Sat 20 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | This is the only single-lap, cicular ultra in Gauteng. From the organisers, “Tshwane North Ultra (TNU) is an official 50km road running event which incorporates the Half Marathon (21KM), 5km and miler. This initiative which is being put together as a collaborative effort between Atteridgeville Athletics Club, Addicted to Life Multisports & Lifestyle Club and Madoko Athletics Club was borne out of the passion for long distance running and the need to contribute to the sport of Athletics. The inaugural event which was held in April 2023 on the starting list included some of the Comrades Marathon 2023 Top 10 finishers. The ultramarathon is perfectly and strategically positioned exactly seven (7) weeks before the Comrades Marathon which makes it a good choice for testing readiness for those preparing for the Comrades Marathon.” |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Saturday 20 April 2024 |
| Location | Pretoria, Gau |
| Start Venue | Akasia Community Hall |
| Route Type | Circular |
| Race Website | https://www.tshwanenorthultra.co.za |
| Contact Details | Info@tshwanenorthultra.co.za |
| Distance | 50 |
| Online Entries | https://secure.onreg.com/onreg2/front/step1.php?id=6353 |
| Pre-entries Close | Monday 15 April 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R459 |
| Included Extras | Shirt (entries before 15 Mar) |
| Late entries | Yes (No race day entries) |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 70km (1h) drive |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Tshwane North Ultra is situated within a 25km radius of the Union Building, Haartesbees Cable Way, Cullinan Diamond Mine, Pilanesberg Nature Reserve and many other attractions surrounding Magalies Mountains. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 500 |
| Which year was the race started? | 2023 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 1 |
| Cutoff time | 7h |
| First prize value | 10000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 539 |
Forever Resorts Loskop 50k Ultra (Sat 20 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | With over 3,500 finishers this is one of South Africa’s biggest, a 50km point-to-point route from Middelburg to the Loskop Dam on closed roads. With the start 1,500m above sea-level and the finish 1,000m, it’s a fast, downhill route – but there are some tricky sections: there is a gradual climb to 1,600m all the way to the half marathon mark and two nasty hills on the second half (Bugger’s and Varaday’s) will give you something to talk about while you cool you legs in the Forever Resort pool at the finish. The excellent support tables and organisation make Loskop a pleasure to run – and for those wanting to prep for the Comrades “down” run, this route is a perfect replica of what you can expect to face in June. And for the regulars there is a chance to shake the hand of an Olympic Marathon gold medallist – if you complete 10 Loskops, Josiah Thugwane is usually on duty to hand them out (he still holds the men’s record 2:44:03). |
| Detailed Report | Loskop Marathon (The one with a late start & a fast finish): http://runningmann.co.za/2019/05/19/loskop-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 20 April 2024 |
| Location | Middelburg-Loskop Dam, Mpu |
| Start Venue | Steve Tshwete Municipal Offices, John Magagula Street, Middelburg |
| Route Type | Point-to-point |
| Race Website | http://www.loskopmarathon.co.za/ |
| Contact Details | info@loskopmarathon.co.za |
| Distance | 50 |
| Online Entries | https://secure.onreg.com/onreg2/front/step1.php?id=6375 |
| Pre-entries Close | Tuesday 02 April 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R739 |
| Included Extras | Shirt; Bag of Schoonbee Landgoed Oranges; Columbus Stainless Steel Tossing Coin |
| Late entries | No – |
| Title sponsor | Nashua |
| Permanent Numbers | Yes (10th finish) |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 160km (1h45) drive using N12 or N4. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Loskopdam, A Forever Resort offers a range of activities on the Resort for the whole family including boat trips, Fishing, putt-putt, tennis, bird watching, cold and heated swimming pools, hiking trails, ladies bar and a restaurant. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 3000 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | 34 |
| Cutoff time | 7h |
| First prize value | 12500 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 535 |
Benoni Northerns Marathon (Sun 21 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | The route is a fast and flat double-lapper through Northmead, Rynfield and the beautiful Ebotse golf estate (for those who got their fill of Benoni earlier in the year at Johnson Crane, this route is completely different). There’s plenty of shade along the way making this an ideal route to test your legs and improve your seeding before Comrades. This is the last chance to qualify for Two Oceans in Gauteng. Mat to mat timing will also be used this year. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Sunday 21 April 2024 |
| Location | Benoni, Gau |
| Start Venue | Benoni Northerns Club |
| Route Type | Double-lapper |
| Race Website | https://bnac.co.za/bnacmarathon / https://www.facebook.com/benoninorthernsmarathon |
| Contact Details | races@bnac.co.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | Saturday 00 January 1900 |
| Pre-entries Close | Tuesday 16 April 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R382 |
| Included Extras | Shirt (first 250 online entries) |
| Late entries | Yes (Marathon entry R327; Late entries R50 extra; No race day entries) |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | The start is 40km (30mins) east of central Joburg with many access points but allow for race day traffic. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Benoni is known for their golf courses and lakes. A lunch overlooking one of the lakes is a good way to unwind after your marathon followed by a visit to the Benoni Country Club for a craft beer at The Green. OR, linger longer in the beer garden of Benoni Northerns’ famous Scimitar Bar. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 3000 |
| Which year was the race started? | 1989 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 33 |
| Cutoff time | 6h30/6h |
| First prize value | 2000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 294 |
Rising Sun Chatsworth Freedom 52k Ultra (Sun 21 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | Only the rash and reckless walk the streets of Chatsworth – but only the incredibly brave run 52km around her streets. This is a race that earns you serious street cred. The Chatsworth Freedom Ultra was started to commemorate the end of apartheid and dawn of democracy in South Africa – and has been going strong ever since. You get to cover almost every street in Chatsworth as you wind and grind up and down their undulating terrain. With long stretches along the Higginson Highway, this is a route that tests your mind and well as your legs – making this an ideal Comrades preparation run (Stephen Muzhingi has won the race twice and followed both victories up with a Comrades triumph). The route is something between circular and a double-lapper as there are several repeat sections. The highlight of the route comes towards the end – four shaded, scenic kilometres through the Silverglen Nature Reserve. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Sunday 21 April 2024 |
| Location | Durban, KZN |
| Start Venue | Chatsworth Stadium |
| Route Type | Circular |
| Race Website | http://chatsworthathletic.co.za/rising-sun-chatsworth-freedom-marathon/about-the-freedom-marathon/ |
| Contact Details | ? |
| Distance | 52 |
| Online Entries | https://www.eventtiming.info/entryonline.php?id=1350 |
| Pre-entries Close | Wednesday 17 April 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R300 |
| Included Extras | Shirt |
| Late entries | Yes (No race day entries) |
| Title sponsor | Rising Sun http://risingsunchatsworth.co.za/ |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 600km (6h) drive or 1h flight to Durban and 55km drive from King Shaka Airport. |
| Accommodation Options | Options close to the start: The Hotel Savera; Kams Lodge. Or check out Google for B&B and hotel options around Durban. |
| What else to do there? | Take a look at some of the magnificent local temples, relax on nearby beaches or check out the many Durban tourist options. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 1000 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | 15000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | ? |
Bill Rowan Three Bridges 50k Ultra (Sun 21 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | A new point-to-point ultra within easy driving distance of Johannesburg. The race commemorates the first winner of Comrades, Bill Rowan, who was born in Koster which is on the race route. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Sunday 21 April 2024 |
| Location | Derby-Swartruggens, NW |
| Start Venue | ? |
| Route Type | Point-to-point |
| Race Website | https://www.kostermarathonclub.co.za/ |
| Contact Details | info@kostermarathonclub.co.za |
| Distance | 50 |
| Online Entries | None |
| Pre-entries Close | Saturday 20 April 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R300 |
| Included Extras | ? |
| Late entries | Yes – |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 130km (1h345) drive north west. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | ? |
| Normal Finishers | N/A |
| Which year was the race started? | 2024 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 0 |
| Cutoff time | 7h |
| First prize value | 40000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | ? |
Kuruman Marathon (Sat 27 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | The race start at Kalahari High School on Seoding Road and passes popular local heritage sides such as the Robert Moffat Mission and The First Eye. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Saturday 27 April 2024 |
| Location | Kuruman, NC |
| Start Venue | Kuruman Primary School, Kuruman |
| Route Type | ? |
| Race Website | www.facebook.com/Kuruman-Running-Club-285976032121266 |
| Contact Details | kurumanrc@gmail.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://www.entryninja.com/events/80282-kuruman-freedom-run |
| Pre-entries Close | Thursday 25 April 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R150 |
| Included Extras | Shirt; Water bottle (first 50 entries) |
| Late entries | Yes (R30 extra for late entries; No race day entries) |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 530km (6h) drive along the N14 |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | ? |
| Normal Finishers | N/A |
| Which year was the race started? | 2023 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 1 |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 4500 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | ? |
Outeniqua Marathon (Sat 27 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | If this is not on your bucket list add it now. A superb small field marathon in the heart of the Garden Route. The route combines trail, tar and dirt road as you navigate the ancient roads cut into the Tsitsikamma forest between George and Wilderness. Expect hills, dams, lakes, lagoons, stunning sea views and indigenous forests. |
| Detailed Report | Outeniqua Marathon (The One I Almost Missed): http://runningmann.co.za/2018/05/26/outeniqua-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 27 April 2024 |
| Location | George-Wilderness, WC |
| Start Venue | George Sports Club – George |
| Route Type | Point-to-point |
| Race Website | https://www.facebook.com/groups/162468160447018/ |
| Contact Details | eileen@kettererlaw.co.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://entrytickets.net/outeniqua |
| Pre-entries Close | Sunday 21 April 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R180 |
| Included Extras | Bus ticket |
| Late entries | Yes (R20 extra for late entries; No race day entries) |
| Title sponsor | Grasshoppers https://grasshoppers.co.za/ |
| Permanent Numbers | Yes (10th finish) |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 1,200km (12h) drive or 2h flight to George (R1,000 – R3,000 return). |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Wilderness is a brilliant family holiday destination, check out https://www.wilderness-info.co.za/town or take a holiday in any of the nearby Garden Route towns. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 200 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | 5h15 |
| First prize value | 1500 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 506 |
Polokwane City Marathon (Sat 27 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | Flat circular route around Polokwane City |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Saturday 27 April 2024 |
| Location | Polokwane, Lim |
| Start Venue | Peter Mokaba Stadium |
| Route Type | Circular |
| Race Website | www.polokwaneathleticclub.co.za |
| Contact Details | polokwaneac@yahoo.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://secure.onreg.com/onreg2/front/step1.php?id=6336 |
| Pre-entries Close | Wednesday 24 April 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R411 |
| Included Extras | Limited Shirts |
| Late entries | Yes (No race day entries) |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 325km (3h) drive due north on the N1. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | http://polokwanetourism.co.za/ |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 300 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | 15000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | ? |
Chris Hani Marathon (Sat 27 Apr): 25km only
| Race Description | Nothing known about this marathon. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Saturday 27 April 2024 |
| Location | Cofimvaba, EC |
| Start Venue | ? |
| Route Type | ? |
| Race Website | ? |
| Contact Details | KolweniS@saps.gov.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | Saturday 00 January 1900 |
| Pre-entries Close | ? |
| Entry Fee | ? |
| Included Extras | ? |
| Late entries | ? |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | ? |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Saturday 00 January 1900 |
| Normal Finishers | N/A |
| Which year was the race started? | 2024 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 0 |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | ? |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | ? |
Durban International Marathon (Sun 28 Apr): Confirmed
| Race Description | Point to point route that doubles as the SA champs. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Sunday 28 April 2024 |
| Location | Duban, KZN |
| Start Venue | Prospection Road-Moses Mabhida, KZN |
| Route Type | Point-to-point |
| Race Website | https://durbanmarathon.co.za/ |
| Contact Details | racedirector@durbanmarathon.co.za ; mdu.khumalo@golddev.co.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1532620875 |
| Pre-entries Close | Friday 16 February 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R400 |
| Included Extras | Shirt (pre-entries) |
| Late entries | Yes (R50 extra for late entries) |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 600km (6h) drive or 1h flight to Durban and 35km drive from King Shaka Airport. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Plenty of tourist options in and around Durban: http://visitdurban.travel/ |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 1000 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 75000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 165 |
Sedibeng Marathon (Sun 29 Apr): Cancelled
| Race Description | Running a marathon in the Vaal Triangle for the views is like watching a porno for the storyline. This is a flat, single lap course amongst steel smelting plants, petro-chemical factories, coal fired power stations and electricity pylons. Vereeniging is all smoke and no mirrors but it does have its own charm – and I enjoyed running the inaugural event in 2019 and expect I’ll be back for more. |
| Detailed Report | Sedibeng Marathon (Getting down & dirty in the Vaal Triangle): http://runningmann.co.za/2020/04/26/sedibeng-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Sunday 28 April 2024 |
| Location | Vereeniging, Gau |
| Start Venue | Vaal Show Grounds, Vereeniging |
| Route Type | Double-lapper |
| Race Website | None |
| Contact Details | sedibeng.marathonass@yahoo.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | Saturday 00 January 1900 |
| Pre-entries Close | ? |
| Entry Fee | ? |
| Included Extras | – |
| Late entries | ? (late entry only at Sportmans Warehouse 25th and 26th April) |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | Planned for future |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 65km (45m) south |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Enjoy an afternoon at the Vaal Dam or check out https://www.vaalmeander.co.za/ for other options. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 500 |
| Which year was the race started? | 2019 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 3 |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | ? |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 423 |
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