South Africa
Lesotho
Namibia
Botswana
Mozambique
eSwatini
Zimbabwe
Tanzania
Date
Sat, 17 Oct 2026
Start 05:30
Verified
2026
Road
Avani Fit Marathon
Verified 22 Jul 2026 · Last updated 24 Jul 2026
Marathon
Half Marathon
10km
6km
Verified 2d ago — details confirmed by the organiser.
About this event
The 2026 Avani Fit Marathon will take place Saturday, 17 October 2026 from 05:30, at Avani Lesotho Hotel & Casino in Maseru, Maseru, Lesotho. Distances include a 42km, 21km, 10km and 6km races.
Join us at the start line for an exciting event for professional and amateur runners. Sign up as a team or compete with friends. With a beautiful route from Avani Lesotho through the hills, feel the support of everyone along the way and celebrate with a post-race meal and pool party.
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
Saturday
17 Oct 2026
| Distance | Entry Fee | International | Type | Start | Cut-off | Details | |||||||||||||
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| Marathon | LSL 430 | LSL 530 | Road | 05:30 | 11:30 | ||||||||||||||
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| Half-Marathon | LSL 370 | LSL 470 | Road | 06:00 | 10:00 | ||||||||||||||
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| 10km Road Race | LSL 330 | LSL 430 | Road | 06:00 | 09:00 | ||||||||||||||
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| 6km Road Race | LSL 295 | LSL 395 | Road | 07:00 | 08:00 | ||||||||||||||
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Race notes
- 6km Road Race: Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Merchandise
T-Shirt
Official race t-shirt
Free with entry
How to enter
Information on how to enter this event.
Download the official event flyer
Online entries
Refunds
Entries are non-refundable.
Number collection
Collection venues, dates and times.
Avani Lesotho Hotel & Casino, Maseru
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 · 10:00–17:00
Race Day Information
Practical information for race day.
Handouts
Medal for every finisher
Water Points
Water points every ~3 km along the route.
Medical
Medical personnel will be available during the race.
Refunds
Entries are non-refundable.
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Resources
Location
Where the event starts and how to get there.
Avani Lesotho Hotel & Casino
Hilton Rd
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Organiser
Avani Hotels Lesotho
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