Old Eds Road Race
Date:
Start Time:
Town: Johannesburg
Address:
Old Edwardian Sports Club, Lower Houghton,
Johannesburg,
Gauteng,
ZA
[-25.699379,28.183326]
Race Distances Overview
| Distance | Start Time | Entry Fee | Cut-off Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half-Marathon | R 270 | 3h | |
| 10km Race | R 210 | 3h | |
| 5km Matthew Ernstzen | R 130 | 2h45m |
About Event
The 2026 Old Eds Road Race will take place Sunday, 9 August 2026 from 07h30 at the Old Edwardian Sports Club, Lower Houghton in Johannesburg, Gauteng. Distances available include 21.1km, 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!
Information Status
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Last updated: 1 week ago
Event Schedule
Timeline for all the races of the event
Sunday
07h30 - 10h30
Half-Marathon (21.1km)
07h30 - 10h30
10km Race (10km)
07h45 - 10h30
5km Matthew Ernstzen (5km)
Race Detail
This event will adhere to the rules of ASA and CGA.