Sunset Marathon | 2026
Event information
Run the Sunset Marathon at Red Star Raceway on 10 Oct 2026. Choose 42.2km, 21.1km, 10km or 5km for a unique night race in Delmas.
About Sunset Marathon | 2026
The Sunset Marathon 2026 takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026, at Red Star Raceway in Delmas, Mpumalanga. Organised by Highveld Pumas AC, this unique evening road race gives runners the opportunity to take on a motorsport circuit as the sun sets and the track comes alive under the lights.
🌙 Participants can choose between a 42.2km Marathon, 21.1km Half Marathon, 10km Road Race and 5km Fun Run/Walk. All four distances start at 18:00, creating a distinctive night-running experience for marathoners, competitive athletes, recreational runners and families.
🏅 Race Distances & Entry Fees
🔥 42.2km Marathon
- Entry Fee: R390
- Temporary Licence: R50
- Grand Masters: R195
- Start Time: 18:00
- Cut-Off: 00:00
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Course: 11+ laps
⚡ 21.1km Half Marathon
- Entry Fee: R260
- Temporary Licence: R50
- Grand Masters: R130
- Start Time: 18:00
- Minimum Age: 16 years
- Course: 5+ laps
🏃 10km Road Race
- Entry Fee: R160
- Temporary Licence: R50
- Grand Masters: R80
- Start Time: 18:00
- Minimum Age: 14 years
- Course: 2+ laps
🌟 5km Fun Run / Walk
- Entry Fee: R100
- Start Time: 18:00
- Minimum Age: 9 years
📍 Event Details
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026
Venue: Red Star Raceway
Location: Delmas, Mpumalanga
Organiser: Highveld Pumas AC
Start Time: 18:00
Distances: 42.2km, 21.1km, 10km & 5km
Race-Day Entries: Not available
Timing: Electronic chip timing across all distances
✨ Race-Day Highlights
🏅 Finisher medals for all participants.
🌅 Enjoy the rare experience of running on a motorsport circuit at sunset and under the lights.
💧 Water and refreshment stations are positioned approximately every 2km.
🩺 Medical support will be available around the circuit and at the finish.
🚗 Safe parking is available at the venue.
👕 Optional event T-shirts are available for R250.
🎧 Headphones and personal music players are not permitted during the race.
🐾 Pets are not permitted at the venue.
🌙 Race Into the Sunset!
Whether you're tackling the full marathon, chasing a half marathon PB, racing the 10km or enjoying the 5km, the Sunset Marathon 2026 offers a road running experience unlike the usual city race.
Take on the Red Star Raceway circuit as daylight fades, settle into your rhythm and enjoy an unforgettable evening of running in Mpumalanga.