When and where: 1 Nov 2026, Pretoria, Union Buildings
The Region 5 Marathon takes place at the Union Buildings in Pretoria on Sunday, 1 November 2026, with a half marathon (21.1km), a 10km and a 5km on the programme.
There is also an invitation-only one-mile race for athletes with disabilities in the T53/T54 wheelchair racing classes, and a total of R437,000 in prize money is on offer. The 5km and 10km options make the day accessible to newer runners and anyone looking for a social morning out, while the 21.1km suits those after a bigger challenge.
Entries are taken online through the official entry page, with payment by card or Instant EFT, and there will be no entries on race day. The first 3,000 people to enter online get a free event shirt, and medals go to the first 6,000 finishers. Race numbers must be collected at the Union Buildings on 30 or 31 October.
Timing is handled by Peak Timing, and the race office's contact numbers and Facebook page are listed on the entry site for anyone with questions.
