South Africa
Lesotho
Namibia
Botswana
Mozambique
eSwatini
Zimbabwe
Tanzania
Date
Sat, 29 Aug 2026
Start 06:30
2026
Road
ASA · LIMA
Spring Opener
Organised by Nedbank Running Club
Last updated 16 Jul 2026
Half Marathon
10km
5km
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About this event
The 2026 Spring Opener will take place Saturday, 29 August 2026 from 06:30, at Unicorn Preparatory School in Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. Distances include a 21km, 10km and 5km races.
This community-focused road race marks the start of the spring running season and is open to runners of all levels. Our mission is to create a fun, inclusive event that encourages youth participation in the sport of running, while bringing together families, fitness enthusiasts, and the greater community.
The scenic route winds through Tzaneen, passing local landmarks and businesses but be warned, it's not for the faint-hearted! The town's natural elevation makes for a challenging yet rewarding course that will test your strength and spirit.
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
Saturday
29 Aug 2026
| Distance | Entry Fee | Type | Start | Cut-off | Details | ||||||||||||||
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| Half-Marathon | ZAR 220 | Road | 06:30 | — | |||||||||||||||
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| 10km Race | ZAR 140 | Road | 06:30 | — | |||||||||||||||
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| 5km Fun Run | ZAR 70 | Road | 06:30 | — | |||||||||||||||
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Race Day Information
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Location
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Unicorn Preparatory School
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Organiser
Timothy Nkuna
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