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Cape Gate Vaal Marathon

Name: Cape Gate Vaal Marathon
Start: 2026-03-01
End: 2026-03-01
Location: Vereeniging, Gauteng

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Vereeniging, Gauteng, South Africa

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About the Event

Celebrate a landmark 30 years of sponsorship and community commitment at the Cape Gate Vaal Marathon on March 1, 2026. This historic South African running tradition, in its 51st marathon edition, offers a classic test of endurance on the roads of Vereeniging, starting from the iconic Dick Fourie Stadium. With four distances catering to all athletes, the event is a cornerstone of the regional calendar, renowned for its excellent organization, charitable heart, and competitive prize purse. The early morning start under the African sky fosters an atmosphere of shared anticipation and gritty determination, as runners from across Gauteng gather for a true test of mettle.

More than just a race, it's a powerful engine for local good, with a portion of every entry directly supporting vital community charities like Trimed and Life Line Vaal. The event masterfully balances elite competition with popular participation, offering grandmaster categories and a festive 5km for families. It’s a chance to be part of a living legacy, to push your limits on a challenging yet rewarding course, and to contribute to meaningful causes with every kilometer. Line up for a well-supported, classic marathon experience that has earned its place as a beloved South African sporting institution.

Races Offered

Half Marathon

Mar 01, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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06:00

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$15.65

Marathon

Mar 01, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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06:00

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$21.50

10 km

Mar 01, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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06:15

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$10.00

5 km

Mar 01, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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06:15

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$4.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Vereeniging.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 14.4° / 26.5°

wb_sunny 13.8° / 25.4°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 8.1 /

water_drop 67.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 14.4° / 26.5°

wb_sunny 13.8° / 25.4°

air 8.1 km/h

water_drop 67.2%

About Vereeniging

Vereeniging is a city in southern part of Gauteng province on the banks of the Vaal river. The city is one of the most important industrial manufacturing centres in South Africa, with its chief products being iron, steel, pipes, bricks, tiles and processed lime.