South Africa
Lesotho
Namibia
Botswana
eSwatini
Zimbabwe
Date
Sat, 12 Dec 2026
Start 06:00
Verified
2026
Road
ASA · AGN
The Wonderful Run
Organised by Wonderpark Athletics Club
Verified 6 Oct 2026 · Last updated 6 Oct 2026
Half Marathon
10km
5km
Verified 8h ago — details confirmed by the organiser.
About this event
The 2026 The Wonderful Run takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026, from 06:00, at Hoërskool Akasia in Akasia, Gauteng. Distances are 21.1km, 10km and 5km. Online entries are open. Details for this event have been verified by RunningCalendar.
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
Saturday
12 Dec 2026
| Distance | Entry Fee | Temp Licence | Grand Masters | Type | Start | Cut-off | Details | ||||||||||||
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| Half-Marathon | ZAR 250 | ZAR 70 | Free | Road | 06:00 | — | |||||||||||||
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| 10km Race | ZAR 150 | ZAR 70 | Free | Road | 06:15 | — | |||||||||||||
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| 5km Fun Run | ZAR 100 | — | Free | Run / Walk | 06:30 | — | |||||||||||||
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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
Online entries
Refunds
Entry fees cannot be refunded, returned, cancelled or exchanged on account of the weather or any unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of the event organisers.
Number collection
Collection venues, dates and times.
Hoërskool Akasia, 67 Akasia High Main Street, Akasia
Fri, 11 Dec 2026 · 14:00–18:00
Race-morning collection
Available from 04:30
Race Day Information
Practical information for race day.
Running with Earphones
iPods or listening devices are not allowed.
Handouts
All Finishers to Receive Medals.
Medical
Medical Support to be Provided.
Prize Giving
08:00
Walkers
Walkers competing for prize money must wear an official 'W' on the front of running top.
Tog Bag
Tog bag area to be provided.
Water Points
Waterpoint at Every 3KM.
Refunds
Entry fees cannot be refunded, returned, cancelled or exchanged on account of the weather or any unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of the event organisers.
Resources
Location
Where the event starts and how to get there.
Hoërskool Akasia, 67 Akasia High Main Street
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Organiser
Wonderpark Athletics Club Contact
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