The countdown to the 2027 Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD officially began at 10:00 today (Wednesday, 15 July 2026), as entries opened exclusively for Yellow and Blue Number Club (BNC) members. Eligible members have until 22:00 on Wednesday, 22 July 2026, to secure their place at the world’s most beautiful marathon during this exclusive entry window.
“The opening of the Yellow and BNC entry window is always a special milestone in our journey to race day,” says Chris Goldschmidt, Chairperson of the TWO OCEANS MARATHON NPC. “It is our way of recognising and rewarding the loyalty of runners who have embraced the spirit and tradition of the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD over many years. We are proud to welcome these dedicated members back first as we begin the countdown to another unforgettable edition of the world’s most beautiful marathon.”
According to Wade Bromfield, Event Director of the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD, the opening of entries for Yellow and BNC members marks the exciting start of the journey to race day.
“The exclusive Yellow and BNC entry period marks the first major milestone on the road to the 2027 Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD. We encourage all eligible members to take advantage of this dedicated entry window and secure their place early. While our team has been hard at work behind the scenes for some time, there is always a special sense of excitement when we can officially welcome our loyal Yellow and BNC members on the journey to race day. We look forward to seeing them back on the start line next April.”
To Enter: Yellow and BNC members can go to the website www.twooceansmarathon.org.za and click the ENTER HERE button for either the Half or Ultra Marathon or go directly to https://enter.twooceansmarathon.org.za/two-oceans-2027/entry-windows
EVENT INFORMATION: 2027 Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD
1. Wednesday 31 March 2027 / Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD / Night Run
Capacity: 5000
Distance: 8km
Entry Fee:
• R320.00 / South African Athletes
• £20.00 / International Athletes & Rest of Africa Athletes
Fees are subject to the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment.
Entries Open: Monday 03 August 2026
2. Thursday 01 April 2027 / Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD / International Friendship Run
Capacity: 1500
Distance: 4.5km
Entry Fee:
• R 250.00 / South African Athletes
• £15.00 / International Athletes & Rest of Africa Athletes
Fees are subject to the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment.
Entries Open: Monday 03 August 2026
3. Friday 02 April 2027 / Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD / Trail Run
Capacity: 1500
Start & Finish Venue: UCT Rugby Fields
Distance & Entry Fee:
South African Athletes
• 24km / R 950.00
• 16km / R750.00
• 12km / R550.00
International Athletes & Rest of Africa Athletes
• 24km: £ 50.00
• 16km: £ 40.00
• 12km: £ 30.00
Fees are subject to the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment.
Entries Open: Monday 03 August 2026
4. Saturday 03 April 2027 / Totalsports TWO OCEANS HALF MARATHON powered by BYD
Capacity: 21 000
Finish Venue: UCT Rugby Fields
Distance: 21,1km
Entry Fees:
• Licensed SA Athletes: R450.00
• Unlicensed SA Athletes: R450.00 plus R60.00 temp license
• Rest of Africa Athletes: £45
• International Athletes: £115
Fees are subject to the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment.
Entries Open:
• Blue Number Club (BNC): Wednesday 15 – Wednesday 22 July 2026
• Ballot: Wednesday 05 August 2026
5. Sunday 04 April 2027 / Totalsports TWO OCEANS ULTRA MARATHON powered by BYD
Capacity: 21 000
Finish Venue: UCT Rugby Fields
Distance: 56km
Entry Fees:
• Licensed SA Athletes: R840.00
• Rest of Africa Athletes: £55
• International Athletes: £165
Fees are subject to the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment.
Entries Open:
• Blue Number Club (BNC): Wednesday 15 – Wednesday 22 July 2026
• Ballot: Wednesday 05 August 2026
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Websites: www.twooceansmarathon.org.za
For entry and/or event related queries please email Patiswa@twooceansmarathon.org.za
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Author: Jacky McClean from NEWSPORT MEDIA on behalf of Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD.
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