Park Square Run | 2026
Sat, 19th Sep
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Race Information
Park Square Run 2026 in KwaZulu-Natal. 21km, 10km and 5km run/walk with prize money and race shirts.
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The 2026 Park Square Run takes place on Saturday, 19 September 2026 at Park Square in KwaZulu-Natal. 🏃♂️🌿
This exciting road running and walking event offers 21km, 10km, and 5km distances, making it suitable for club runners, licensed athletes, social runners, walkers, beginners, families, and local supporters. 👟
The 21km and 10km races start at 05h30, giving runners an early morning road running challenge. The 5km starts at 06h15, offering a shorter and more accessible option for walkers, families, younger participants, and social runners. 🎖️
With prize money, race shirts capped at 1,000, race pack collection before event day, and a strong community running atmosphere, the Park Square Run is a great September road running event on the KwaZulu-Natal athletics calendar. 🔥
Distances, Start Times & Entry Fees
- 21km Half Marathon – 05h30 – Early Bird R250 / Standard R290 🏃♂️
- 10km Road Race – 05h30 – Early Bird R200 / Standard R220 👟
- 5km Run / Walk – 06h15 – Early Bird R130 / Standard R150 🚶♀️
Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, 19 September 2026
⏰ Start Time: 05h30 for 10km & 21km; 06h15 for 5km
📍 Venue: Park Square
📌 Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Race Pack Collection
📅 Thursday, 17 September 2026: 12h00–18h00
📅 Friday, 18 September 2026: 12h00–20h00
📍 Venue: Park Square
Important Notes
- Temporary licence fee is R70
- Children 6 years and under are free
- Race shirts are capped at 1,000 and are unisex sizing
- Minimum age on race day: 5km – 9 years, 10km – 14 years, 21km – 16 years
- Prize giving for the 10km and 21km takes place at 08h00
- No substitutions permitted
- No lockers for bags available
- Race rules apply under WA, ASA and KwaZulu-Natal Athletics
Prize Money
- 10km Men & Women: 1st R4,000 / 2nd R3,000 / 3rd R2,500
- 21km Men & Women: 1st R9,000 / 2nd R6,500 / 3rd R4,500