Jacaranda City Challenge 2026
Saturday, 24 October 2026
Pretoria, Gauteng
Organiser: Faranani Athletics Club
Verified Oct 2026
5 km10 km21.1 km42.2 km
The 2026 Jacaranda City Challenge takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026, from 06:00, at Rietondale High School in Pretoria, Gauteng. Distances are 42.2km, 21.1km, 10km and 5km. Online entries are open. It is a qualifying event for both the Comrades Marathon and the Two Oceans Marathon. Details for this event have been verified by RunningCalendar.
Pretoria, Rietondale High School
Verified parking near the start precinct:
Pre-race caffeine or post-run breakfast:
Always confirm final race dates, starting times, and bib collection with the official event organizer before race day.
Arrival: 45–60 mins prior to gun-time
Display bib visibly on front of vest
Obey route marshals and course cut-offs
Medical support & hydration points stationed along course
Temporary ASA license required for unattached runners
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