South Africa
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Date
Sun, 4 Oct 2026
Start 06:00
Verified
2026
Road
ASA · AVT
Midvaal MADMAC
Organised by Meyerton Athletics Club
Verified 8 Jun 2026 · Last updated 6 Aug 2026
Marathon
22km
11km
5km
Verified 1mo ago — details confirmed by the organiser.
About this event
The 2026 Midvaal MADMAC will take place Sunday, 4 October 2026 from 06:00, at Café du Cirque, Daleside, Randvaal in Meyerton, Gauteng, South Africa. Distances include a 42km, 22km, 11km and 5km races.
Set against the backdrop of Midvaal's picturesque countryside, the Midvaal MADMAC offers a unique blend of fitness, fun, and community spirit. The event is perfect for those chasing a personal best or simply soaking up the festive atmosphere.
Don't miss out on one of Gauteng’s most anticipated running events of the year! Register today and be part of the 2026 Midvaal MADMAC.
The Marathon is a single lap Comrades & Two Oceans Qualifier
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
Sunday
4 Oct 2026
| Distance | Entry Fee | Temp Licence | Grand Masters | Type | Start | Cut-off | Details | ||||||||||||
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| Marathon | ZAR 350 | ZAR 130 | ZAR 270 | Road | 06:00 | 12:30 | |||||||||||||
Comrades
Two Oceans
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| 22km Race | ZAR 220 | ZAR 130 | ZAR 180 | Road | 06:15 | 10:15 | |||||||||||||
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| 11km Race | ZAR 180 | ZAR 130 | ZAR 140 | Road | 06:15 | 08:15 | |||||||||||||
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| 5km Race | ZAR 90 | — | — | Road | 06:30 | 08:30 | |||||||||||||
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Temporary ASA licence fee — only payable if you are not a member of an affiliated running club.
Merchandise
T-Shirt
Free tshirts to the first 250 Marathon enrties, first 100 22km and first 50 11km entries
ZAR 250
How to enter
Information on how to enter this event.
Download the official event flyer
Online entries
Entries via RacePass
Closes 22 Sep 2026 · or when sold out
- Late entry fees will apply after 31 Aug 2026
Pre-entry
Refunds
No refunds of entry fees
Entry Limit
2500
Substitutions
Formal substitutions to be completed before the race - None on race day
Number collection
Collection venues, dates and times.
Café du Cirque
Sat, 3 Oct 2026 · 08:00–17:00
Sportsmans Warehouse Vanderbijlpark
Fri, 2 Oct 2026 · 11:00–17:30
Sportsmans Warehouse East Rand Value Mall
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 · 11:00–17:30
Sportsmans Warehouse Fourways
Thu, 1 Oct 2026 · 11:00–17:30
Sportsmans Warehouse Cresta
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 · 11:00–17:30
Race-morning collection
Available (04:40 – 05:40)
Race Day Information
Practical information for race day.
Running with Earphones
No headphones permitted on the route — race rules.
Handouts
Finish medal only for distance entered. No 21km medal for 42km runners who bail out at 21km mark
Medical
Medical support stationed on route and at the finish.
Pets
No pets at the venue.
Timing
Chipped timing will be Mat to Mat and there will be on route checkpoints
Toilets
Portable toilets at the start, finish, and on the route.
Water Points
Water points every ~3 km along the route.
Refunds
No refunds of entry fees
Entry Limit
2500
Substitutions
Formal substitutions to be completed before the race - None on race day
Featured race
Featured
2026
Verified
· 17 days ago
Midrand Striders Chamberlain Country Classic
30 Aug 2026
First start 06:30
Kyalami Corner
Half Marathon
10km
5km
Entry from R100
Open race
Route maps & elevation
Route maps and elevation profiles.
Marathon
22km Race
11km Race
5km Race
Resources
Press & Review
Independent reviews and coverage of this event.
Location
Where the event starts and how to get there.
Café du Cirque, Daleside, Randvaal
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Contact the organiser
Organiser
Midvaal Madmac Contact
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Accommodation
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Training programs
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