Overview

About this event

The 2026 Supa Store Soweto Run takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026, from 07:00, at Elkah Stadium in Soweto, Gauteng. Distances are 8km and 5km. Online entries are open. Details for this event have been verified by RunningCalendar.

Races

Distances & fees

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

Saturday 3 Oct 2026

Distance	Entry Fee	Type	Start	Cut-off	Details
8km Fun Run/Walk	ZAR 180	Run / Walk	07:00	—
Minimum age 10 years
5km Fun Run/Walk	ZAR 150	Run / Walk	07:00	—
Minimum age 7 years

Entry

How to enter

Information on how to enter this event.

Online entries

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Refunds

Entries are non-refundable.

On the day

Race Day Information

Practical information for race day.

Start Elkah Stadium, Soweto Click for directions

Finish Elkah Stadium, Soweto Click for directions

Running with Earphones

The use of music players with headphones is not allowed and may result in disqualification.

Parking

Parking available at the venue.

Tog Bag

Tog bag drop-off available at the start.

Water Points

Water points every ~3 km along the route.

Refunds

Entries are non-refundable.

Downloads

Resources

• Entry Form (22.65 KB)

Where

Location

Where the event starts and how to get there.

Elkah Stadium

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Contact

Contact the organiser

Organiser

Grace Mantjiu

[email protected] +27813174459

Sandile

[email protected] +27732626338

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