This article provides detailed information on all South Africa’s November 2024 marathons and ultras including race descriptions and recommendations. You can find the full 2024 marathon / ultra calendar here.
A summary of your choices is below:
November kicks off with two of the biggest and most popular marathons on the calendar – Kaapsehoop and Soweto. However, for those that don’t like the crowds, I can recommend a trip to Komani (formerly Queenstown) for the Bonkolo Marathon – one of my favourites in the Eastern Cape. There is also a new event Modimolle, the Waterberg Marathon which is being run as a 3-in-1 similar to Kosmos.
The second weekend has Sani Stagger, one of the most beautiful but toughest races on the calendar and Jacaranda, the flattest of the Pretoria marathons on the Saturday. Sunday sees the Cheetahs Marathon in Mthatha which I thoroughly enjoyed running last year.
The second half of the month is a little quieter. Your only option on Saturday 16th is the lovely but tough Magoebaskloof Plunge from Haenertsburg to Tzaneen and on the Sunday you can prove you’re tuff at the Bluff Marathon. The following weekend also only has two choices but they are good ones – Die Vlakte and Drakensberg Marathons.
November concludes with the Winelands Marathon which provides an excellent excuse for a weekend of running followed by wine tasting as well as a brand new marathon in Richards Bay, the NRB Harriers Challenge.
November
Kaapsehoop Marathon (Sat 2 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | A fast, downhill qualifier amongst the wild horses in the village of Kaapsehoop to the finish at the Mbombela Stadium. An easy route and excellent organisation have resulted in this becoming one of the biggest marathons in South Africa as many runners look to get a secure their Two Oceans and Comrades seedings before the running season concludes. |
| Detailed Report | Kaapsehoop Marathon (The Sub-3 Quest): http://runningmann.co.za/2021/11/03/kaapsehoop-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 02 November 2024 |
| Location | Kaapsehoop-Mbombela, Mpu |
| Start Venue | Kaapsehoop-Mbombela stadium |
| Route Type | Point-to-point |
| Race Website | https://nelspruitmarathonclub.com/ |
| Contact Details | entries@nelspruitmarathonclub.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://entrygeek.co.za/events/tswelopele-kaapsehoop-3-in-1-marathon-2024/ |
| Pre-entries Close | Saturday 05 October 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R410 |
| Included Extras | (Shirt first 200 entries) |
| Late entries | No – |
| Title sponsor | Tswelopele Funerals |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 350km (4h) east along the N4. |
| Accommodation Options | Many options on AirBNB, Lekkeslaap, Bookings.com |
| What else to do there? | Mbombela is the stepping stone to the world-famous Kruger National Park – self-drive or splash out on a private lodge; Various Tourist attractions around town including Lowveld Botanical Garden and the Mafunyane Waterpark; Take a drive to gaze through God’s Window. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 4000 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 15000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 528 |
Bonkolo Marathon (Sat 2 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | A circular route from the Bonkolo Dam. Route description from organiser, “Marathon runners head out towards Aloe Grove and then meet up with the half marathon back at the Bonkolo Dam. Runners head back towards town into Blue Rise, around the Berry Dam and through parts of top town. Runners are faced with the mountain starting at 25km and taking them all the way to Sunnyside before they make their way back to the Bonkolo Dam via Hangklip Road, Kingsway and Livingstone Road. The never-ending Livingstone road towards the SPCA and the dam wall is arguably the most demanding section of the race. This is where a strong mind is needed to overcome the tiredness of the body, but the runners are soon rewarded with the sight of the finish at the Bonkolo Dam.” |
| Detailed Report | Bonkolo Marathon (Warming up for a World Cup win): http://runningmann.co.za/2020/05/02/bonkolo-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 02 November 2024 |
| Location | Queenstown, EC |
| Start Venue | Bonkola Dam Queenstown |
| Route Type | Circular |
| Race Website | https://www.facebook.com/events/bonkolo-dam/twizza-bonkolo-marathon-and-half-marathon/703184226725959/ |
| Contact Details | qtnharriers@gmail.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://entrytickets.net/bonkolomarathon |
| Pre-entries Close | Monday 28 October 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R250 |
| Included Extras | – |
| Late entries | ? (No race day entries) |
| Title sponsor | Twizza http://www.twizza.co.za/ |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | Fly to East London; 200km (2h30) drive to Queenstown |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Relax at the dam afterwards. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 100 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | 50 |
| Cutoff time | 5h30 |
| First prize value | 4000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 470 |
Waterberg Marathon (Sat 2 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | Nothing known about this marathon. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Saturday 02 November 2024 |
| Location | Modimolle, Lim |
| Start Venue | Weesgerus Lodge |
| Route Type | ? |
| Race Website | – |
| Contact Details | moatshe98@gmail.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://secure.onreg.com/onreg2/front/step1.php?id=6680 |
| Pre-entries Close | Thursday 31 October 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R305 |
| Included Extras | (Shirt 3-in-1 pre entries) |
| Late entries | ? |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 200km (2h) 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 | N/A |
| Which year was the race started? | 2024 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 0 |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 10000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | ? |
Soweto Marathon (Sun 3 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | The best way to join the mile-high club: Run at an altitude of just over 1,600m and endure over 600m of climbing along the way with most of the hard work crammed into the last half of the race. This tough marathon is the best way to tour Johannesburg’s South Western Townships. This is the one of the few single lap marathons in Gauteng and by far the best way to tour Soweto. Get out your guidebook and look for the eight landmarks along the way: Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Walter Sisulu Square, The Regina Mundi Catholic Church, Credo Mutwa Cultural Village, Morris Isaacson High School, June 16 Memorial Acre, Vilakazi Street and The Hector Pieterson Memorial. The event also offers a unique finish experience inside the iconic Calabash – which hosted the 2010 Soccer World Cup final. Crowd support is excellent as the local residents come out to cheer runners on. For overseas runners looking to tick off an African marathon with a unique ‘big city’ experience, this is the race I would recommend. |
| Detailed Report | Soweto Marathon (Ubuntu for the average middle-class white guy): http://runningmann.co.za/2017/11/12/soweto-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Sunday 03 November 2024 |
| Location | Soweto, Gau |
| Start Venue | FNB Stadium |
| Route Type | Circular |
| Race Website | https://sowetomarathon.com/ |
| Contact Details | info@sowetomarathon.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://secure.onreg.com/onreg2/front/step1.php?id=6659 |
| Pre-entries Close | Monday 30 September 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R411 |
| Included Extras | Shirt |
| Late entries | No – |
| Title sponsor | African Bank |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | The start is 25km south west of central Joburg with many access points. |
| Accommodation Options | Soak up the township vibe by booking a room at the “Soweto Hotel” in Kliptown (where the Freedom Charter was signed / 3km from the race venue). Check out recommendations at: https://sowetomarathon.com/accommodation |
| What else to do there? | Book yourself onto a township tour or explore the many famous and significant sites in the vicinity like Vilakazi Street and the Hector Pietersen Memorial Museum. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 8000 |
| Which year was the race started? | 1991 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 28 |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 250000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 579 |
Jacaranda City Marathon (Sat 9 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | Your chance to see purple rain in real life at the only Gauteng marathon north of the Jukskei in the second half of the year. A double-lapper timed to capture the capital city’s famous Jacaranda trees in full bloom. Flat by Tshwane standards (hilly by anywhere else’s standards). If purple is your favourite colour this is the race for you. The race is undergoing a rebirth with a completely new route. Here is the description from the race director, “The 42,2km will be a double lap race that includes “quick kilometres” where running/walking will be without strain, a couple of “slow poisons” where athletes will have to keep their focus on the job at hand and short steep climbs that will bring a challenge or two into the experience.” |
| Detailed Report | Jacaranda Marathon (Purple Rain in Pretoria): http://runningmann.co.za/2018/11/16/jacaranda-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 09 November 2024 |
| Location | Pretoria, Gau |
| Start Venue | Rietondale Park, Pretoria |
| Route Type | Double-lapper |
| Race Website | https://www.sportsvendo.co.za/jacaranda-city-challenge |
| Contact Details | data@sportsvendo.co.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://www.entryninja.com/events/80823-jacaranda-city-challenge |
| Pre-entries Close | Wednesday 06 November 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R425 |
| Included Extras | – |
| Late entries | No (No late entries for marathon) |
| Title sponsor | aQuelle |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 75km (1h) drive north |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | http://www.tshwanetourism.com/ |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 2000 |
| Which year was the race started? | 1999 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 25 |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 4000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 263 |
OFM Music Marathon (Sat 9 Nov): Doubtful
| Race Description | Run around the Tempe Military Base before exploring Bloemfontein’s northern and eastern extremities while regular musical interludes keep you entertained. If you thought Bloemfontein was flat this marathon will change your perception. |
| Detailed Report | Music Marathon (Running in the Dead Centre of South Africa): http://runningmann.co.za/2018/12/16/music-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 09 November 2024 |
| Location | Bloemfontein, FS |
| Start Venue | Tempe Military Base, Bloemfontein |
| Route Type | Out-and-back |
| Race Website | https://www.ofm.co.za/event/1203/music-marathon-2019 |
| Contact Details | ? |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | ? |
| Pre-entries Close | ? |
| Entry Fee | ? |
| Included Extras | – |
| Late entries | ? – |
| Title sponsor | OFM https://www.ofm.co.za/ |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 400km (4h) drive due south on the N1. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | https://www.bloemfonteintourism.co.za/ |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 200 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | ? |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 603 |
Sani Stagger Marathon (Sat 9 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | Set amongst the Maloti Drakensberg World Heritage Site, this is one of the toughest but most scenic marathons in the country. The out-and-back route takes you from the foot of the iconic Sani Pass to the summit over a journey of 21 kilometres and a climb of 1,400m. The steady pull to the escapement culminates with the steepest section as a leg-shattering series a switchbacks lets you gaze down at the runners behind you before reaching the turnaround point just over the South African border post. Your reward along the way are brilliant views of the Drakensberg Mountains and, if you bring your passport, you can have a quick drink at the highest pub in Africa just over the Lesotho border (an altitude of 2,876m) before heading back down the old donkey pass. However, if you do forget your passport, there is a free Jack Black craft beer waiting for every finisher as they cross the line. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Saturday 09 November 2024 |
| Location | Sani Pass, KZN |
| Start Venue | Premier Resort Sani Pass |
| Route Type | Out-and-back |
| Race Website | http://www.sanistagger.co.za/ |
| Contact Details | info@sanistagger.co.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://roag.org/series/45/public |
| Pre-entries Close | Sunday 13 October 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R530 |
| Included Extras | – |
| Late entries | No – |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No but badges given to runners who complete 5/10/15 Staggers |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 550km (6h30) drive mostly along the N3. |
| Accommodation Options | https://www.sanistagger.co.za/accommodation/ |
| What else to do there? | The race is based close to the village of Underberg which is the gateway to the Southern Drakensberg. There are a number of activities available including Fly-Fishing, San Rock Art, Hiking Trails, Trips up Sani Pass, Mountain Biking. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 200 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | 3h45 at halfway (no finish cutoff) |
| First prize value | ? |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 1418 |
Cheetahs Mthatha Marathon (Sun 10 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | This is a friendly, relaxed, point-to-point race starting 42km from Mthatha and run back into town along the N2. The route is best described as rolling hills from start to finish – the only flat stretch of road is the bridge over the railway line. You pass the Qunu (pronounced [ˈk͡ǃuːnu]) – which is where Nelson Mandela grew up and is buried – in the early stage of the race. From there you get to enjoy a long run (and probably a couple of walks) before freedom could be found in Mthatha. The highest point of the route comes at 27km. From there one drops 200m over the last 15km but there are still plenty of uphills to counter one’s charge to the finish. Although you are running on a national road, the scenery is picturesque with green valleys melting into mountain ranges. The landscape is broken by sporadic villages with the characteristic rondavels dominating the architecture. |
| Detailed Report | Cheetahs Marathon (rocking Mththa’s rolling hills): https://runningmann.co.za/2023/12/19/cheetahs-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Sunday 10 November 2024 |
| Location | N2-Mthatha, EC |
| Start Venue | Mthatha |
| Route Type | Point-to-point |
| Race Website | https://www.facebook.com/CheetahsAthleticsClub/ |
| Contact Details | info@cheetahsac.co.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1552736778 |
| Pre-entries Close | Sunday 03 November 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R300 |
| Included Extras | Shirt (first 500 entries) |
| Late entries | ? (No race day entries) |
| Title sponsor | Tyeks Security |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | Expensive flight into Mthatha or Fly to East London & 230km (3h15) drive to Mthatha |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Visit Nelson Mandela’s home and the Nelson Mandela Museum or use as a base to explore the beautiful Transkei landscape. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 300 |
| Which year was the race started? | 2022 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 2 |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | 10000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 621 |
The Magoebaskloof Plunge Marathon (Sat 16 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | Description from the organiser, “Race starts the historic town of Haenertsburg which nestles below the massive Iron Crown Mountain, a few minor straights and curves to the famous cemetery where many people picnic with sundowners and then down to the R71. Here you will follow a lovely undulating route, alongside plantations, Clearwater’s Cove Corner, Stanford College Dip, Blueberry Hill and then finally the top of Magoebaskloof Pass as you arrive at the Houtbosdorp turnoff. Follow the R71, with a few gentle bends and the descent becomes a little more interesting the pass leads from the highveld down the escarpment to the sub-tropical Lowveld, dropping about 600m over a distance of just 6km. Warriors Corner is probably the tightest as you charge headlong down the pass. Tree lined with amazing views down the valley towards Tzaneen. Once through the hairpin bends and the famous lookout point, where some may be tempted to stop for a selfie, you take the gentler corners downward towards the bottom of the Pass. A nice gentle level run and then a few sneaky little uphills for interest sake until you arrive at the Allesbeste Padstal. Quick right turn and down over the twin bridges, up onto the R36 for a moment and right into Anneke Avenue. Downhill all the way into Aqua Avenue past the Tzaneen Dam and the home straight into the Tzaneen Showgrounds. Magoebaskloof Pass is the 20th steepest pass in the country.” |
| Detailed Report | Magoeba Plunge Marathon (the Limpopo rollercoaster): http://runningmann.co.za/2020/02/25/magoeba-plunge-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 16 November 2024 |
| Location | Haenertsburg-Tzaneen, Lim |
| Start Venue | Plein Street, Haenertsburg |
| Route Type | Point-to-point |
| Race Website | – |
| Contact Details | barryd@hillary.co.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://secure.onreg.com/onreg2/front/step1.php?id=6629 |
| Pre-entries Close | Monday 11 November 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R400 |
| Included Extras | ? |
| Late entries | Yes (R420 for late entries) |
| Title sponsor | Rotary Haenertsburg |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 400km (4h30) drive mostly along the N1. |
| Accommodation Options | www.mountaingetaways.co.za |
| What else to do there? | Explore the Haenertsburg Grasslands, Debengeni Falls and Agatha State Forest – with your options varying from a short exploratory walk to multi-day hikes. See the dense Magoebaskloof forest from above on a zip line canopy tour that includes three waterfall crossings over the Great Letaba River Gorge. If you want to get a closer inspection of the Letaba River, a visit to the Zwakala Microbrewery is highly recommended – the mountain river is the core ingredient of their handcrafted brews. The Agatha Crocodile Farm provides the opportunity to touch baby crocodiles as well as feed the adults – and if you do want to see these and other apex predators in their natural habitat, the Kruger National Park’s Phalaborwa Gate is just a one hour drive away. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 300 |
| Which year was the race started? | 2020 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 3 |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 5000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 472 |
Bluff Marathon (Sun 17 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | The double-lap route is known as one of the toughest in Durban. The race starts at the Bluff clubhouse before a scenic stroll along Marine Drive. The ocean views distract you from the hard work your legs are enduring. After rounding the outskirts of the Tara Road refinery you head back up Bluff Road for the second lap. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Sunday 17 November 2024 |
| Location | Durban, KZN |
| Start Venue | Fynnlands Combined Sports Club, 55 Smith Drive, Bluff |
| Route Type | Double-lapper |
| Race Website | https://www.facebook.com/bluffac/ |
| Contact Details | info@bluffac.co.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://www.eventtiming.info/entryonline.php?id=1369 |
| Pre-entries Close | Sunday 10 November 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R350 |
| Included Extras | Shirt (first 1,000 entries) |
| Late entries | ? – |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | Possibly in future |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 600km (6h) drive or fly to Durban and 45km (40m) drive from King Shaka along the N2. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options. Bluff has some amazing local B&B’s as we are part of SODURBA (Durban South Tourism). The Echo Park is situated within 5k of the race venue, with various other sea facing accommodation available on route (you may even get to see some whales). |
| What else to do there? | Plenty of tourist options in and around Durban: http://visitdurban.travel/. The Durban CBD is 15 minutes by car, with uShaka Marine World and North/South Pier as your destination. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 500 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | 1500 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 670 |
Die Vlakte Marathon (Sat 23 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | This is a lovely lowkey marathon from Heidelberg to the beach at Witsand in the Western Cape. Starting at 100m above sea-level, you get all your climbing done over the first 10km (and reach an altitude of 200m) before gently dropping down to the ocean at Witsand. Much of the route goes past farms with curious ostriches providing support. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Saturday 23 November 2024 |
| Location | Heidelberg-Witsand, WC |
| Start Venue | Heidelberg High |
| Route Type | Point-to-point |
| Race Website | https://langebergathletics.co.za/vlakte-marathon/ |
| Contact Details | langebergathletics@gmail.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://www.entryninja.com/events/80839-22nd-vlakte-marathon |
| Pre-entries Close | Monday 18 November 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R170 |
| Included Extras | Goodie Bag (first 100 entries) |
| Late entries | ? – |
| Title sponsor | BVSA |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 1,300km (13h) drive south or fly to Cape Town and 260km (3h) drive along the N2. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | https://www.witsand.co.za/ |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 300 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | 5h30 |
| First prize value | 1500 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 247 |
Drakensburg Marathon (Sat 23 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | This marathon was formerly known as the Josiah Gumede Marathon. It is now and out-and-back from Bergville to the Woodstock Dam. It’s an attractive route that traverses through the beautiful rural Kwazulu Natal countryside, around the Woodstock Dam and past many villages, villagers and free-range livestock all to the backdrop of the majestic Drakensberg mountain range. |
| Detailed Report | Josiah Gumede Marathon (Escaping Black Friday in the Drakensberg): http://runningmann.co.za/2019/01/13/josiah-gumede-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 23 November 2024 |
| Location | Bergville, KZN |
| Start Venue | Bergville Sports Centre |
| Route Type | Out-and-back |
| Race Website | https://www.facebook.com/DrakensbergExtra/ |
| Contact Details | barry@theroc.co.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://www.eventtiming.info/entryonline.php?id=1376 |
| Pre-entries Close | Tuesday 19 November 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R330 |
| Included Extras | Shirt (first 1,000 entries) |
| Late entries | ? – |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | 350km (3h) drive mostly along the N3. |
| Accommodation Options | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| What else to do there? | Not much to do in Bergville itself but there are plenty of Drakensberg resorts closeby and of course you can always use the race as an excuse to explore magnificent Midlands. https://midlandsmeander.co.za/ |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 300 |
| Which year was the race started? | 2019 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 4 |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | 20000 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 476 |
Prison to Prison Marathon (Sat 30 Nov): Doubtful
| Race Description | This marathon, run through the largest wine growing region in the country is a great way to end the year. The race starts and finishes inside the grounds of the maximum security Brandvlei Prison near Worcester. The route begins with a tour of the prison grounds before heading along the Brandvlei (“Burning Marsh”) Dam – so called because of hot springs that cause smoke on the water every morning. The rest of the route passes picturesque vineyards and farms before heading back to prison along the dam. Although you are constantly surrounded by mountains, the route itself is fairly flat. |
| Detailed Report | Prison to Prison Marathon (The Breede Valley Jailbreak): http://runningmann.co.za/2019/02/02/prison-to-prison-marathon/ |
| Race Date | Saturday 30 November 2024 |
| Location | Worcester, WC |
| Start Venue | Brandvlei Correctional Services, Worcester, WC |
| Route Type | Out-and-back |
| Race Website | N/A |
| Contact Details | Mthobeki.Sidabuka@dcs.gov.za ; sidabukamthobeki@gmail.com ; |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | ? |
| Pre-entries Close | ? |
| Entry Fee | ? |
| Included Extras | – |
| Late entries | ? – |
| Title sponsor | None |
| Permanent Numbers | No |
| How to get there from Joburg? | Fly to Cape Town; 110km (1h15) drive from the airport to the Worcester. |
| Accommodation Options | Worcester Accommodation Centre at Tel no: 023-3482795 |
| What else to do there? | Check out: https://worcestertourism.com/ |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 300 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | ? |
| First prize value | ? |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 242 |
Sportsmans Warehouse Winelands Marathon (Sat 30 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | Enjoy a marathon in and around the beautiful and historic town of Stellenbosch. This is the most famous wine growing region of South Africa and Helderberg Harriers deliver a Methode Cap Classique Marathon amongst the historic buildings and vineyards that characterise the region. The relatively flat circular route has enough undulations to keep life interesting and a special music and entertainment zone in the last ten kilometres will push you through to the finish at Eikestad Primary School grounds. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Saturday 30 November 2024 |
| Location | Stellenbosch, WC |
| Start Venue | Eikestad Primary School Stellenbosch |
| Route Type | Circular |
| Race Website | – |
| Contact Details | info@topevents.co.za |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://winelands.topevents.co.za/ |
| Pre-entries Close | Sunday 10 November 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R280 |
| Included Extras | – |
| Late entries | No – |
| Title sponsor | Sportsmans Warehouse https://www.sportsmanswarehouse.co.za/ |
| Permanent Numbers | Yes |
| How to get there from Joburg? | Fly to Cape Town; 40km drive from the airport to the Stellenbosch. |
| Accommodation Options | Take a look at: www.visit-stellenbosch.com and www.stellenbosch.travel |
| What else to do there? | Great dining and better wining in the historical town of Stellenbosch. The only difficulty is choosing which of the wine farms to visit for a tasting tour. Plenty of other attractions as well, check out www.visit-stellenbosch.com or www.stellenbosch.travel for more options and activities. |
| Normal Finishers | +/- 2000 |
| Which year was the race started? | ? |
| How many previous events have been held? | ? |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 7500 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | 459 |
NRB Harriers Challenge Marathon (Sat 30 Nov): Confirmed
| Race Description | Nothing known about this marathon. |
| Detailed Report | -: – |
| Race Date | Saturday 30 November 2024 |
| Location | Richards Bay, KZN |
| Start Venue | Townsquare Mall |
| Route Type | ? |
| Race Website | – |
| Contact Details | nrbharriers@gmail.com |
| Distance | 42 |
| Online Entries | https://www.msem.co.za/recentselect3M.php?path=1&racetype=Running |
| Pre-entries Close | Sunday 10 November 2024 |
| Entry Fee | R400 |
| Included Extras | Shirt (first 400 entries) |
| Late entries | No – |
| 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 | Check out Google for B&B and hotel options |
| 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 | N/A |
| Which year was the race started? | 2024 |
| How many previous events have been held? | 0 |
| Cutoff time | 6h |
| First prize value | 1100 |
| Route Elevation (total climbing) | ? |
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Lovely photo at the top of the page. Where did you get it?
Took it at the Bonkolo Marathon in Komani / Queenstown.