Elliot Madeira Marathon | 2026

The 2026 Elliot Madeira Marathon takes place on Sunday, 20 September 2026, starting and finishing at Walter Sisulu University Stadium in Mthatha, Eastern Cape. 🏃‍♂️🌿

Organised by Elliot Madeira Charity Club, this road running event offers 42km, 21km Half Marathon, 10km, and 5km Family Fun Walk options, making it suitable for marathon runners, half marathon runners, licensed runners, social runners, walkers, beginners, families and local supporters. 👟

The 42km Marathon starts at 06h30, giving runners the main endurance option of the morning. The 21km Half Marathon starts at 06h45, followed by the 10km Road Race at 07h00 and the 5km Family Fun Walk at 08h00. 🎖️

With a central Mthatha venue, four race-day distance options, and a family-friendly 5km walk, the Elliot Madeira Marathon offers a welcoming Eastern Cape running experience. The listing confirms the date, time and location, while other event details are assumed from the previous year. 🌄

Distances, Start Times & Entry Fees

1. 42km Marathon – 06h30 – TBC 🏃‍♂️
2. 21km Half Marathon – 06h45 – TBC 👟
3. 10km Road Race – 07h00 – TBC 🌿
4. 5km Family Fun Walk – 08h00 – TBC 🚶‍♀️

Event Details

📅 Date: Sunday, 20 September 2026

⏰ Start Time: 42km at 06h30; 21km at 06h45; 10km at 07h00; 5km at 08h00

📍 Venue: Walter Sisulu University Stadium

🌍 City/Town: Mthatha

📌 Province: Eastern Cape

👤 Organiser: Elliot Madeira Charity Club

Entries

1. Entries: Not open yet
2. Entry Fees: TBC
3. No entries available on race day

Race Day Information

1. Start and finish at Walter Sisulu University Stadium
2. 42km marathon option
3. 21km half marathon option
4. 10km road race option
5. 5km family fun walk option
6. Accommodation options available near the start venue

Important Notes

1. The event is listed as Road ASA · ATRA
2. Date, time and location are confirmed
3. Other details are assumed from the previous year
4. Minimum age: 42km – 20 years
5. Minimum age: 21km – 16 years
6. Minimum age: 10km – 14 years
7. Minimum age: 5km – 9 years
8. Cut-off times are not listed
9. Final race-day instructions should be confirmed with the organiser before the event

Contact Details

👤 Organiser Contact: Mtshabe Elliot Madeira

📞 Phone: +27 71 015 8566