Township Marathon

About the Event

Answer the call of the Township Marathon on 22 February 2026, an event designed for every level of athlete. From the ultimate 42.2km marathon test to the accessible 4.5km family run/walk, all journeys start together in the cool, dawn air. Conquer a course that promises both stunning scenery and a true personal challenge, pushing your limits on a route shared by a community of runners. With our early start times, you'll earn the triumph of the finish line while the day is still fresh. This is your opportunity to set a powerful goal for 2026 and achieve it amidst incredible support. Choose your distance, feel the collective energy, and secure your place in a truly memorable race day experience.

Races Offered

10 km Run

Feb 22, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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10 km Walk

Feb 22, 2026

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4.5 km Fun Walk

Feb 22, 2026

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Distance — 4.5K

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Half Marathon

Feb 22, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Marathon

Feb 22, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Soweto.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 14.4° / 25.8°

wb_sunny 13.1° / 24.5°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 10.2 /

water_drop 67.7%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 14.4° / 25.8°

wb_sunny 13.1° / 24.5°

air 10.2 km/h

water_drop 67.7%

About Soweto

Learn more about the host city, Soweto.

Soweto is a township of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality in Gauteng, South Africa, bordering the city's mining belt in the south. Its name is an English syllabic abbreviation for South Western Townships. Formerly a separate municipality, it is now incorporated in the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality and is one of the suburbs of Johannesburg.