Johannesburg – Now in its 12th year, the annual road 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 7 am, with the 5km following fifteen minutes later at 7.15 am.
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 1 pm and 7 pm.
No entries will be accepted on race day itself, though race numbers can still be collected from Entrance 5 from 5.30 am.
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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