New Year Road Run/Walk - 1 January 2027

Step into the vibrant morning of January 1, 2027, for the New Year Road Run/Walk at ARC Irene Grounds. Organized by the Irene Athletics Club but open to all runners and walkers, this non-ASA race welcomes participants without requiring a license or club membership. Registration begins early with doors opening at 5:40 AM, allowing ample time before the group start at 6:30 AM for those running longer distances (15km and 21km).
The venue is situated within the Agricultural Research Centre Irene on Nelmapius Drive in Centurion, easily accessible via Google Maps. Once you arrive, be prepared to wait patiently as the gate will likely be closed; a quick honk should prompt someone to open it for you.
Choose from various distances: 3km (R80), 5km (R120), 10km (R140), 15km (R160) and 21km (R180). On-the-day entries incur an additional R30 charge, while children under 13 years old or adults over 60 only pay R80 regardless of distance. Race numbers are handed out on the day at registration.
The route winds through scenic ARC Irene grounds with marked paths and water tables along the way to keep you hydrated throughout your run or walk. The event offers a finisher medal, access to the club's amenities including coffee, drinks, and snacks in the clubhouse post-race. Parking is provided for all participants, ensuring easy entry without additional hassle.
With its pet-friendly policy (though pets are not allowed on course), this race caters to runners of all ages who can register anytime between 6:30 AM and 7:30 AM if they miss the group briefing at 6:25 AM. All participants must complete their chosen distance by a cut-off time of 10:30 AM.
For detailed route information, including maps and elevation profiles, visit Revolution Trails' website for ARC Irene Road option to plan your run or walk in advance. Join this festive New Year event for an invigorating start to the year amidst beautiful surroundings and friendly competition.