The Sunrise Monster | 2026

The 47th Edition of the Sunrise Monster, hosted by Harlequin Harriers, will be taking place on 28 February 2026 at the Harlequin Club in Groenkloof, Pretoria. This prestigious race is one of the oldest races in Pretoria.

We have a race distance for everyone! The race distances include the 32km Monster, the 21km Half Monster, the 10km Mini Monster, and the 5km Baby Monster.

If you are planning to run Two Oceans or Comrades this year, you cannot afford to miss out on our flagship race. This is because our 32km Monster is the ultimate Comrades and Two Oceans conditioner.

Both the 32km Monster and the 21km Half Monster start at 06:03. You might be wondering why we start at such a random time? Well this is the official sunrise time! Hence the name Sunrise Monster.

The 10km Mini Monster will start at 06:30, and the 5km Baby Monster will start at 06:45.

There will be ample fluid available on the course, with waterpoints strategically placed approximately every 3km. The waterpoint teams will also be there to give you a little extra encouragement to get you up those hills!

 So, can you conquer The Monster?