Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
Run an unforgettable journey through Cape Town’s iconic landscapes, from mountain to sea—embrace world-class competition, vibrant culture, and the ultimate test of human endurance.
Enter now Charity places- Sun 24 May 2026
06:00
Age 18 & over
£35
- 26.2 miles road running + 160 m ascent
Event overview
Set against breathtaking backdrops and a lively city atmosphere, this marathon welcomes runners of all levels to experience a truly world-class road race in Cape Town.
Event details
- Average fitness
- Event expo
- Event village
- Spectators
- Traders at event
- Venue accessible
Route
- Cut off time
- Distance markers
- Entertainment
- First aid
- Flat
- Food stations
- Marshals
- Toilets
- Traffic free
- Water stations
- Wave start
- Way markers
- GPX available
Location
- Cafe
- Changing facilities
- Coast
- Entertainment
- Mountains
- Paid parking
- Park
- Secure bag storage
- Toilets
- Urban
What's included
- Chip timing
- Goody bag
- Technical t-shirt
Do it for charity
Looking to do this event for charity? Do it for one of the charities below or see the full list of charities on the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon charity places for 2026 page.
Children
WellChild
Care and support for children with a long-term or complex health condition.
- T-shirt
- Technical t-shirt
- Running vest
- Personalised running vest
- Fundraising support
- Fundraising materials
- Supporter cheer packs
- Fundraising incentives
- Training plan
- Dedicated contact
- Pre-event meet-ups
- Cheer squad on the day
- Certificate
- Submit fundraising up to 1 month after event
- Accommodation package optional
Sign up
£100
Fundraise
£1,000
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How to enter
- Age 18 & over
- Entries open
- Ballot
- Charity places
- Enter online
- Event merch available