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Date
Sun, 9 Aug 2026
Start 07:30
Verified
2026
Road
ASA · CGA
Old Eds Road Race
Organised by Old Edwardian Athletics Club
Verified 10 Jun 2026 · Last updated 3 Jul 2026
Half Marathon
10km
5km
Verified 3w ago — details confirmed by the organiser.
About this event
The 2026 Old Eds Road Race will take place Sunday, 9 August 2026 from 07:30, at Old Edwardian Sports Club, Lower Houghton in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. Distances include 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.
How to enter
Information on how to enter this event.
Download the official event flyer
Entries via PeakTiming
- Limited manual entries will be available from mid-July at :
- The Sweatshop in Dunkeld
- The Old Edwardian Society Admin Office
Entry Limit
6500
Substitutions
Substitutions - will only be accepted at number collection on Saturday, 8 August 2026
Number collection
Collection venues, dates and times.
Old Edwardian Sports Club
Fri, 7 Aug 2026 · 14:00–18:00
Sat, 8 Aug 2026 · 11:00–16:00
On-the-day number collection (05:30 – 07:00)
Race Day Information
Practical information for race day.
Handouts
Medals to all athletes who finishes within the cut-off time
Water Points
Water points every ~3 km along the route.
Lucky Draw
Lucky draw prizes for all competitors at prize giving, bring your race number
Medical
Medical support stationed on route and at the finish.
Parking
Limited parking will be available inside the Club. Please do not park on the race route and in front of residents’ driveways.
Pets Allowed
No pets at the venue.
Prize Giving
10:00
Refreshments
Food and refreshments will be on sale
Timing
Electronically timed event (mat to mat)
Tog Bag
Secure tog-bag area
Toilets
Portable toilets at the start, finish, and on the route.
Running with Earphones
The use of earphones, headsets, or similar devices during the race is strictly prohibited.
Entry Limit
6500
Substitutions
Substitutions - will only be accepted at number collection on Saturday, 8 August 2026
- VITALITY POINTS (Discovery Vitality members receive bonus fitness points for completing the race)
- 5 km: 300 + 500 bonus points = 800 points
- 10 km: 600 + 500 bonus points = 1100 points
- 21 km: 1500 + 500 bonus points = 2000 points
Resources
Location
Where the event starts and how to get there.
Old Edwardian Sports Club, Lower Houghton
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Contact the organiser
Organiser
Old Edwardian Athletics Club
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