Overview

About this event

The 2026 Run The Cape | Tulbagh will take place Friday, 2 October 2026 to Sunday, 4 October 2026 from 07:30, at De Stilte, 262 BoontjiesRivier Road in Tulbagh, Western Cape, South Africa. Distances include a 19km, 7km and 5km races.

Run the Cape is an all-inclusive luxury trail running and culinary experience through the beautiful Tulbagh Valley. The event is limited to 80 participants, ensuring exclusivity. Runners and walkers are welcome to be part of the experience.

Participants will explore the valley’s well-known rolling hills and delight in high quality wine from the area. Participants will enjoy 3-days of exhilarating routes with scenic views of Cape Fynbos, pine forests and wheat fields. Run the Cape offers guests an exclusive and unique off-the-beaten-path experience.

Races

Distances & fees

Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.

Friday 2 Oct 2026 1 race

Distance	Entry Fee	Type	Start	Cut-off	Details
Day 1 - 7km	TBC	Trail	16:00	—

Saturday 3 Oct 2026 1 race

Distance	Entry Fee	Type	Start	Cut-off	Details
Day 2 - 19km	TBC	Trail	07:30	—
Minimum age 16 years

Sunday 4 Oct 2026 1 race

Distance	Entry Fee	Type	Start	Cut-off	Details
Day 3 - 5km	TBC	Trail	07:30	—
Minimum age 9 years

Entry

How to enter

Information on how to enter this event.

Entries close 4 Oct 2026 or when sold out.

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Class Distance Price (pp) Solo Runner or Walker | Single Classic Glamping Tent
1 Runner or Walker in a Single Glamping tent accommodation 31km: Day1 - 7km | Day2 -19 km | Day3 - 5km R 10,450.00 Team Runner or Walker | Sharing Classic Glamping Tent
2 Runners or walkers sharing Glamping accommodation (All included) 31km: Day1 - 7km | Day2 -19 km | Day3 - 5km R 8,950.00 Team Running OR Walking | Sharing Premium Glamping
2 Runners or walkers sharing a premium Glamping accommodation (All included) 31km: Day1 - 7km | Day2 -19 km | Day3 - 5km R 10,450.00 Solo Runner or Walker | Single Luxury Glamping Tent
1 Runner or walker in a Single Glamping tent accommodation (All included) 31km: Day1 - 7km | Day2 -19 km | Day3 - 5km R 11,450.00 Team Running OR Walking | Sharing Luxury Glamping
2 Runners or walkers sharing Luxury Glamping accommodation (All included) 31km: Day1 - 7km | Day2 -19 km | Day3 - 5km R 9,950.00 Solo Runner or Walker | Single Guest House
1 Runner or Walker in Single Guest House Accommodation (All included) 31km: Day1 - 7km | Day2 -19 km | Day3 - 5km R 11,450.00 Team Running or Walking Entry | Sharing Guest House
2 Runners or Walkers sharing Guest House Accommodation (All included) 31km: Day1 - 7km | Day2 -19 km | Day3 - 5km R 9,950

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR ENTRY?

• Each runner will receive a unique Run the Cape Merchandise Kit to the value of R1200 (Running Shirt included)
• All event meals from Friday lunch to Sunday breakfast are included in your entry.
• All drinks, including craft gin, beer and wine, are complimentary.
• 2-Nights of "glamping" accommodation or guesthouse.
• Expect brilliant live entertainment throughout the weekend to further set the mood.
• Runners get to enjoy 3 days of exclusively selected routes, some of it only allowed to be used during the event.
• Staffed water points serving everything from freshly brewed coffee to pancakes! Assistance vehicle at designated water points.
• Participants will be surprised by off-the-beaten-path refreshment stops along the way.
• Trained medical personnel at each stage to handle any emergencies that may occur.
• Each participant and companion will receive a unique Cape-inspired souvenir made locally as a keepsake to your adventure with us at De Stilte.
• *Walkers are welcome!

Entry Limit

80

On the day

Race Day Information

Practical information for race day.

Start De Stilte, 262 BoontjiesRivier Road, Tulbagh

Finish De Stilte, 262 BoontjiesRivier Road, Tulbagh

Handouts

Each participant and companion will receive a unique Cape-inspired souvenir made locally as a keepsake to your adventure with us at De Stilte.

Medical

Medical support stationed on route and at the finish.

Social Walkers Welcome

Social walkers welcome — finish at your own pace.

Toilets

Portable toilets at the start, finish, and on the route.

Water Points

Staffed water points serving everything from freshly brewed coffee to pancakes!

Entry Limit

80

Where

Location

Where the event starts and how to get there.

De Stilte, 262 BoontjiesRivier Road

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Contact

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Organiser

Urban Goat Contact

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Stay

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Train

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