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Date
Sat, 29 Aug 2026
Start 08:00
Verified
2026
Road
THIRSTI Spring Half Marathon
Verified 22 Jul 2026 · Last updated 29 Jul 2026
Half Marathon
10km
Verified 6d ago — details confirmed by the organiser.
About this event
The 2026 THIRSTI Spring Half Marathon will take place Saturday, 29 August 2026 from 08:00, at THIRSTI Beverages in Tulbagh, Western Cape, South Africa. Distances include a 21km and 10km races.
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
Saturday
29 Aug 2026
| Distance | Entry Fee | Temp Licence | Junior | Type | Start | Cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half-Marathon | ZAR 280 | ZAR 85 | — | Road | 08:00 | — |
| 10km Road Race | ZAR 190 | ZAR 60 | ZAR 230 | Road | 08:30 | — |
Temporary ASA licence fee — only payable if you are not a member of an affiliated running club.
Merchandise
Socks
THIRSTI Spring Half Versus Socks
Free with entry
How to enter
Information on how to enter this event.
Online entries
Entries via PeakTiming
Closes 24 Aug 2026 · or when sold out
Late entries will be accommodated ONLY IF the entries are not sold out prior to Race Pack Collection date. To avoid disappointment, please enter early.
Refunds
Entries are non-refundable.
Substitutions
Substitutions will be facilitated at Race Pack Collection at a fee of R50.00.
Number collection
Collection venues, dates and times.
THIRSTI Beverages, Tulbagh
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 · 13:00–19:00
Race-morning collection
Available (06:00 – 08:30)
Race Day Information
Practical information for race day.
Handouts
All entrants will receive a finisher Medal at the finish line.
Parking
Designated parking areas earmarked at the rugby fields across the road from THIRSTI Beverages
Refreshments
Yes, the local community will provide a wholesome variety of foods and drinks for sale. There will also be bar facilities.
Timing
Electronic chip timing for all distances.
Water Points
Water points every ~3 km along the route.
Refunds
Entries are non-refundable.
Substitutions
Substitutions will be facilitated at Race Pack Collection at a fee of R50.00.
Featured race
Featured
2026
Verified
· 8 days ago
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First start 06:30
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Half Marathon
10km
5km
Entry from R100
Open race
Location
Where the event starts and how to get there.
THIRSTI Beverages
1 Theuniskraalpad
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Organiser
Agne Du Plessis
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