Crusaders Road Race | 2026

The Crusaders Road Race 2026 takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026, at African Sky’s in Kamma Park, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. Organised by Crusaders Athletic Club, this popular road running event welcomes competitive athletes, recreational runners and families for an energetic morning of racing.

🌅 Participants can choose between a 21.1km Half Marathon, 10km Road Race and 5km Race, offering distances for experienced runners, developing athletes and those looking for a shorter challenge.

🏅 Race Distances & Entry Fees

🔥 21.1km Half Marathon

1. Entry Fee: R180
2. Temporary Licence: R50
3. Start Time: 06:00
4. Cut-Off: 09:30
5. Minimum Age: 16 years

⚡ 10km Road Race

1. Entry Fee: R130
2. Temporary Licence: R50
3. Start Time: 06:30
4. Cut-Off: 08:20
5. Minimum Age: 14 years

🌟 5km Race

1. Entry Fee: R50
2. Start Time: 06:40
3. Minimum Age: 9 years

Temporary licences apply to runners who are not members of an affiliated athletics club.

📍 Event Details

Date: Saturday, 17 October 2026

Venue: African Sky’s, 120 Nassau Avenue, Kamma Park

Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

Organiser: Crusaders Athletic Club

Distances: 21.1km, 10km & 5km

First Start: 06:00

Race-Day Entries: Available from 05:00

🎽 Registration & Number Collection

📅 Friday, 16 October: 16:00–19:00 at Crusaders Club

🌅 Race Morning: From 05:00

Race-day entries and number collection will be available before the first race starts.

✨ Race-Day Highlights

👕 The first 150 online entrants across the 21.1km and 10km races receive a free event T-shirt.

🏅 Medals for all finishers.

🎁 All entrants qualify for the lucky draw, with winners required to be present to claim their prize.

💧 Refreshment tables will be positioned along the route.

🩺 Medical support will be available on the route and at the finish.

🎒 A tog bag drop-off facility will be available at the start.

🎧 Headphones are not permitted during the race.

🌟 Take on the Crusaders Road Race!

Whether you're targeting a strong half marathon, chasing a quick 10km or enjoying the 5km with friends and family, the Crusaders Road Race 2026 offers a welcoming morning of running in Gqeberha.

Choose your distance, lace up and get ready to experience the Eastern Cape running community!