Two Oceans Marathon
The Two Oceans Marathon is a world-renowned 56km ultramarathon held annually in Cape Town, celebrated as the 'world’s most beautiful marathon' for its scenic coastal route. Note: The next race date has not yet been confirmed by organizers. This page will be updated as soon as the official date is announced. Course Highlights The spectacular 56km loop around the Cape Peninsula begins on Main Road in Newlands. The first half is relatively flat, taking runners through Muizenberg and Kalk Bay along the Atlantic
Comrades Marathon
The Comrades Marathon is the world's oldest and largest ultra-marathon, a legendary race of approximately 86km that alternates annually between the South African cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg. Course Highlights The 2026 "Up Run" starts at sea level from the Durban City Hall and ascends toward Pietermaritzburg, covering an official distance of 85.777 km. Runners must conquer the legendary "Big Five" hills: Cowies Hill, Field's Hill, Botha's Hill, Inchanga, and the punishing Polly Shortts near the finish. The route traverses the spectacular
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
Africa’s first Abbott World Marathon Majors race pairs a fast city marathon with extraordinary mountain-and-ocean scenery. Course HighlightsThe official course story emphasizes the Mother City’s stunning scenery, spectator-lined streets, and a route designed for fast elite and wheelchair racing. The course moves through Cape Town’s urban and coastal spaces with Table Mountain as a defining visual backdrop. Why Runners Love ItCape Town’s elevation to the World Marathon Majors is a landmark for African distance running. The combination of global field, coastal atmosphere,
Soweto Marathon
The Soweto Marathon, known as 'The People's Race,' is South Africa's premier township marathon, taking runners past six historic heritage sites in the heart of Soweto. Course Highlights The Soweto Marathon, affectionately known as "The People's Race," offers one of the most culturally significant routes in world athletics. The 42.2km circular course takes runners through the heart of Soweto, passing six major heritage sites that tell the story of South Africa's journey to democracy. Key landmarks include the Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital,