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
ZARegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Gauteng: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (8 confirmed dates) and 42 races in Races in Gauteng with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions42Races & courses
Distances5 - 1,130 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,014 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Soweto Marathon
Johannesburg, South Africa
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History
Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Cape Gate Vaal Marathon
Vereeniging, South Africa
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History
Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Wally Hayward Marathon
Centurion, South Africa
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
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: 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
Photo: Stefan Czapski · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
Uci Cape Town Cycle Tour
Cape Town, South Africa
March 14, 2027Date confirmed
109 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
Photo: User:Zaian · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningTrail Running
Two Oceans Marathon
Cape Town, South Africa
April 3, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
56 km24 km21.1 km16 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2026 | 947 Ride Joburg | Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA | Road Cycling | 97 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | Soweto Marathon | Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| 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 25, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026 | The Munga | Bloemfontein NU, Freistaat, ZA | Mountain Biking | 1130 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Cape Gate Vaal Marathon | Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Wally Hayward Marathon | Centurion, Gauteng, ZA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Mountain Ultra-Trail by UTMB | George, Western Cape, ZA | Trail Running | 163 km98 km58 km44 km |
| Date to be announced | Ultra-Trail Drakensberg | Himeville, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA | Trail Running | 171.6 km110.1 km62.3 km32.3 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 |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 2027 | Comrades Marathon | Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA | Road Running | 89 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Gauteng (South Africa, Gauteng) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 42 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Johannesburg, Vereeniging, Centurion, and Cape Town. Notable events in the selection include 947 Ride Joburg, Soweto Marathon, and Cape Gate Vaal Marathon.
Race distances span from 5 km to 1,130 km, reaching up to +8,014 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Gauteng 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 Gauteng?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 42 individual races in Races in Gauteng. A total of 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include 947 Ride Joburg, Soweto Marathon, and Cape Gate Vaal Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Gauteng?
Events in Races in Gauteng focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 1,130 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Johannesburg, Vereeniging, Centurion, and Cape Town.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Gauteng?
The most selective courses in Races in Gauteng climb up to +8,014 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 Gauteng?
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.