When the gun goes off at Clearwater Mall on Saturday, 22 August 2026, organisers are hoping for their biggest field yet, with a target of 3 500 runners across three distances.
Now in its 12th year, the race is once again being run in partnership with Panorama Running Club, on a route that has become a fixture on the West Rand running calendar. Entrants can choose between a 21km half marathon, a 10km race or a 5km fun run, all starting and finishing at the mall. The two longer distances are aimed at more experienced runners, while the 5km has been built with families in mind. Children as young as five can take part, provided they are accompanied by an adult.
Last year’s race drew 2 863 entries, and organisers believe this year’s field could be even bigger.
“This is our 12th year partnering with Panorama Running Club to bring this race to the West Rand community,” said Prianka Singh Rodgers, marketing manager at Clearwater Mall. “We had 2 863 runners at the start line last year, and we would love to see that grow to 3 500 in 2026. Entries are open now, so come and join us on the road this August.”
On race day, the 21km and 10km start at 7am, with the 5km following fifteen minutes later at 7.15am.
Entries are open online at clearwatermall.co.za, closing at midnight on Tuesday, 18 August 2026. Runners who would rather enter in person can do so at Entrance 5, where the mall will be taking entries on 20 and 21 August between 1pm and 7pm. No entries will be accepted on race day itself, though race numbers can still be collected from Entrance 5 from 5.30am.
Every finisher walks away with a medal, while prize money goes to the male and female winners in each age category across all three distances. The fastest runners in the 21km and 10km also have a shot at the King and Queen of the Mountain titles, each worth a Clearwater Mall gift voucher and a course record prize.
To enter, visit clearwatermall.co.za. For more information, contact race organiser Andrew Morrison-Young on 081 753 1550 or race@panoramarunners.co.za.
QUICK FACTS
Entry fees
Distance Online In-centre Temp licence Minimum age
21km R240 R280 R70 16 years
10km R180 R200 R60 14 years
5km R100 R120 N/A 5 years (with an adult)
Race shirts are available to purchase separately for R200.
21km prize money (awarded to top male and female in each category)
Position Junior Open 40-49 50-59 60-70+
1st R500 R2,000 R500 R500 R300
2nd R350 R1,000 R300 R300 –
3rd R150 R800 R200 R200 –
10km prize money (awarded to top male and female in each category)
Position Junior Open 40-49 50-59 60-70+
1st R250 R1,500 R300 R300 R300
2nd R150 R900 R200 R200 –
3rd R100 R700 R150 R150 –
5km prize money
Position Open
1st R250
2nd R200
3rd R150
King and Queen of the Mountain: R1,500 Clearwater Mall gift voucher and a R1,500 course record prize for the 21km, and R1,000 of each for the 10km, awarded to both the fastest man and the fastest woman.
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