Galaxy Bingo Heroes Run | 2026
Event information
Join the Galaxy Bingo Heroes Run in eQonce on 17 October 2026. Race 15km or enjoy the 5km fun run, with medals for every finisher.
About Galaxy Bingo Heroes Run | 2026
The Galaxy Bingo Heroes Run 2026 takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026, at The Mall Qonce in eQonce, Eastern Cape. Organised by Buffalo Road Runners, this exciting community road running event brings together competitive athletes, recreational runners and families for a morning of fitness, determination and local sporting spirit.
🌅 Participants can choose between a 15km Road Race and 5km Fun Run/Walk, offering an enjoyable challenge for runners of different fitness levels. Whether you're chasing a personal best over 15km or enjoying a shorter distance with friends and family, the Galaxy Bingo Heroes Run offers a welcoming race-day experience.
🏅 Race Distances & Entry Fees
🔥 15km Road Race
- Entry Fee: R180
- Temporary Licence: R50
- Start Time: 06:30
- Minimum Age: 15 years
🌟 5km Fun Run / Walk
- Entry Fee: R80
- Temporary Licence: Not required
- Start Time: 06:45
- Minimum Age: 9 years
A temporary ASA licence fee applies to 15km participants who are not members of an affiliated running club.
📍 Event Details
Date: Saturday, 17 October 2026
Venue: The Mall Qonce, corner of Smith and Cross Streets
Location: eQonce, Eastern Cape
Organiser: Buffalo Road Runners
First Start: 06:30
Distances: 15km & 5km
Prize Giving: 09:00
Online Entries Close: 13 October 2026, or when sold out
Race-Day Entries: Available from 05:00–06:00, with an additional R20 administration fee.
🎽 Number Collection
📅 Friday, 16 October: 12:00–19:00 at The Mall Qonce.
🌅 Race Morning: 05:00–06:00 at the event venue.
Participants are encouraged to collect their race numbers ahead of race day to avoid the early-morning rush.
✨ Race-Day Highlights
🏅 Medals for all finishers across both distances.
👕 The first 250 registered entrants in the 15km race receive a complimentary event T-shirt.
🏃 Two distances catering to competitive runners, recreational athletes and walkers.
🎉 Prize-giving takes place at 09:00.
🎧 Earphones and personal music players are not permitted during the race and may result in disqualification.
🌟 Be a Hero. Take on the Challenge!
Whether you're aiming for a strong 15km performance or enjoying the 5km with friends and family, the Galaxy Bingo Heroes Run 2026 is an opportunity to get active and experience the spirit of the Eastern Cape running community.
Lace up your running shoes, choose your distance and get ready for an exciting morning of road running in eQonce!