Run The Karoo | 2027

The 2027 Run The Karoo takes place from Saturday, 3 April to Sunday, 4 April 2027 in Middelburg, Eastern Cape. 🏃‍♂️🌄

Set in the heart of the Karoo, this two-day trail running weekend promises a memorable journey through one of South Africa’s most captivating regions. With entries limited to 400 participants, Run The Karoo offers an intimate race village atmosphere and a true Karoo running experience. 🌿

This event is about far more than crossing the finish line quickly. Participants can look forward to authentic Karoo hospitality, including braais, fresh farm bread, condensed milk coffee, koeksisters, craft beer, picturesque sunsets, and live entertainment on both evenings. Walkers are welcome, making the weekend suitable for trail runners, social runners, walkers, friends, couples and outdoor adventurers. 👟

Entry options include Team and Solo packages for the #Sheep Run and #Horse Run, with pricing from R3,700 to R4,000. Accommodation is included, making this a complete Karoo weekend getaway. 🎖️

Distances / Categories

• Team #Sheep Run – R3,700 🐑
• Solo #Sheep Run – R3,800 🏃‍♂️
• Team #Horse Run – R3,900 🐎
• Solo #Horse Run – R4,000 🌄

Event Details

📅 Date: Saturday, 3 April to Sunday, 4 April 2027

📍 Location: Middelburg

📌 Province: Eastern Cape

👥 Participant Limit: 400

🚶 Walkers: Welcome

Entry Fees

• Prices vary from: R3,700 to R4,000
• Team #Sheep Run: R3,700
• Solo #Sheep Run: R3,800
• Team #Horse Run: R3,900
• Solo #Horse Run: R4,000

Amenities & Event Features

• Accommodation included 🛏️
• Authentic Karoo hospitality
• Braais
• Fresh farm bread
• Condensed milk coffee
• Koeksisters
• Craft beer
• Picturesque Karoo sunsets
• Live entertainment on both evenings
• Trail running weekend experience
• Walkers welcome