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K-Way Skyrun
Lady Grey, South Africa
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100.2 km66 km37.3 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
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Running Calendar Races in Eastern Cape: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (7 confirmed dates) and 31 races in Races in Eastern Cape with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events127 confirmed dates
Competitions31Races & courses
Distances5 - 1,130 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+7,187 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Addo Elephant Trail Run
Addo, South Africa
Date to be announcedDate TBA
161.2 km76.6 km43.9 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlonIronman Series
Ironman African Championship
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Date to be announcedDate TBA
226 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlonIronman Series
Ironman 70.3 Nelson Mandela Bay
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Date to be announcedDate TBA
113 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Otter African Trail Run
Stormsrivier, South Africa
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km
City RunMountain+2
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RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
November 20, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
163 km99.1 km56.7 km34.5 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
947 Ride Joburg
Johannesburg, South Africa
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
97 km
City RunMountain+2
Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsMountain Biking
The Munga
Bloemfontein NU, South Africa
November 25, 2026 to November 30, 2026Date confirmed
1130 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | K-Way Skyrun | Lady Grey, Eastern Cape, ZA | Trail Running | 100.2 km66 km37.3 km |
| Date to be announced | Addo Elephant Trail Run | Addo, Eastern Cape, ZA | Trail Running | 161.2 km76.6 km43.9 km |
| Date to be announced | Ironman African Championship | Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA | Triathlon | 226 km |
| Date to be announced | Ironman 70.3 Nelson Mandela Bay | Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA | Triathlon | 113 km |
| Date to be announced | Otter African Trail Run | Stormsrivier, Eastern Cape, ZA | Trail Running | 42 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town | Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA | Trail Running | 163 km99.1 km56.7 km34.5 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | 947 Ride Joburg | Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA | Road Cycling | 97 km |
| Nov 25, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026 | The Munga | Bloemfontein NU, Freistaat, ZA | Mountain Biking | 1130 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | Soweto Marathon | Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2027 | Uci Cape Town Cycle Tour | Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA | Road Cycling | 109 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Two Oceans Marathon | Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA | Road RunningTrail Running | 56 km24 km21.1 km16 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2027 - May 23, 2027 | Cape Town Marathon (Cape Marathon) | Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA | Road RunningTrail Running | 42.2 km41 km22 km11 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Eastern Cape (South Africa, Eastern Cape) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 31 individual races, including 7 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Triathlon. Key host locations include Lady Grey, Addo, Port Elizabeth, and Stormsrivier. Notable events in the selection include K-Way Skyrun, Addo Elephant Trail Run, and Ironman African Championship.
Race distances span from 5 km to 1,130 km, reaching up to +7,187 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Eastern Cape includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Eastern Cape?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 31 individual races in Races in Eastern Cape. A total of 7 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include K-Way Skyrun, Addo Elephant Trail Run, and Ironman African Championship.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Eastern Cape?
Events in Races in Eastern Cape focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Triathlon. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 1,130 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Lady Grey, Addo, Port Elizabeth, and Stormsrivier.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Eastern Cape?
The most selective courses in Races in Eastern Cape climb up to +7,187 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Eastern Cape?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.