Durban Dash 2026

Experience the Durban Dash on December 16, 2026, at Kingspark Athletics Stadium. Choose between a thrilling 15km race starting at 6:30am or a shorter but equally exciting 5km run beginning at 6:45am. Early bird entry fees are R220 for the longer route and R120 for the 5km, while standard entries cost R260 and R150 respectively. Both races welcome participants aged nine years and older for the shorter distance and fifteen years or above for the extended course.
Race day registration opens at 5am with no additional license required. The event offers free cotton race t-shirts to the first 200 paid entries, along with medals for all finishers. A total of R10,000 in prize money awaits top performers across various categories. Split timing ensures accurate results available shortly after crossing the finish line.
The scenic routes wind through Durban's vibrant neighborhoods and offer runners a mix of urban landscapes and coastal views. For detailed course maps, visit the provided links on the event website. Don't miss this opportunity to challenge yourself in one of KwaZulu-Natal’s most anticipated running events!