Hope Challenge Marathon 2026
Sunday, 8 November 2026
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Organiser: Ethekwini Athletic Club
Verified Oct 2026
10 km21.1 km42.2 km
The 2026 Hope Challenge Marathon takes place from Saturday, 7 to Sunday, 8 November 2026, from 05:00, at Amphitheatre in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Distances are 42.2km, 21.1km and 10km. 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.
Durban, Amphitheatre, Durban Promenade
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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