2026 Looks Big for the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series


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The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series is a premier mass-participation 10km road running series that brings elite athletes, recreational runners, and local communities together across five major South African cities – Gqeberha, Cape Town, Durban, Tshwane, and Johannesburg.

Each event transforms city streets into vibrant celebrations of fitness, entertainment, and community spirit, while also supporting meaningful social-impact initiatives and charitable causes. 

Spanning these five iconic urban destinations, the series showcases the unique character of each city and unites thousands of participants in a shared celebration of health, endurance, and national pride.

The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series has been revolutionising the sport since 2015. A road running celebration like no other, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series comprises five unique events.

EVENT DATES: 2026 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series

Sunday 01 March 2026

Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K

Sunday 10 May 2026

Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K

Sunday 12 July 2026

Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K

Sunday 23 August 2026

Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K

Thursday 24 September 2026

Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K

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The start of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series at Woodbridge Island, Cape Town.

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