South Africa
Lesotho
Namibia
Botswana
Mozambique
eSwatini
Zimbabwe
Tanzania
Date
Sun, 9 Aug 2026
Start 07:30
2026
Road
ASA · CGA
Old Eds Road Race
Organised by Old Edwardian Athletics Club
Last updated 10 Aug 2026
Half Marathon
10km
5km
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About this event
The 2026 Old Eds Road Race took place Sunday, 9 August 2026 from 07:30, at Old Edwardian Sports Club, Lower Houghton in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. Distances included a 21km, 10km and 5km races.
The Vitality Run Series is heating up, and you're invited to be part of the action. Whether you're chasing PB's or just showing up for the good vibes - this one's for you. The 5km race will again be run in honour of Matthew Ernstzen and supported by The Compassionate Friends, a community of people offering support and connection.
We are also asking all runners to make the Old Eds Road Race the cleanest race in Johannesburg, #RunItBinIt. Keep our streets clean and set an example by putting all your waste in a bin. Stop the Drop!
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
Sunday
9 Aug 2026
| Distance | Entry Fee | Temp Licence | Type | Start | Cut-off | Details | |||||||||||||
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| Half-Marathon | ZAR 270 | ZAR 70 | Road | 07:30 | 10:30 | ||||||||||||||
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| 10km Race | ZAR 210 | ZAR 105 | Road | 07:30 | 10:30 | ||||||||||||||
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| 5km Matthew Ernstzen | ZAR 130 | — | Run / Walk | 07:45 | 10:30 | ||||||||||||||
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Temporary ASA licence fee — only payable if you are not a member of an affiliated running club.
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Location
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Old Edwardian Sports Club, Lower Houghton
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