[OCT] Absa RUN YOUR CITY MANGAUNG 10K

Date: 25 October 2026

The Free State is set to join South Africa’s premier road running calendar as the inaugural Absa RUN YOUR CITY MANGAUNG 10K takes place on Sunday, 25 October 2026, starting at Sir George Grey Street and finishing on Kings Way. More than 200 000 runners have laced up and taken to the streets as part of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series since Absa became the Title Sponsor in 2021. Spanning Gqeberha, Cape Town, Durban, Tshwane and Johannesburg, the series has become a defining fixture on South Africa’s sporting calendar, uniting communities, showcasing the unique character of each host city, and encouraging thousands to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle. Made possible through a valued partnership with the Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality and the Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDT), the addition of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY MANGAUNG 10K will see the series grow from five to six events, further strengthening its national presence while delivering significant sporting, tourism and economic benefits to the Free State province. As part of the sponsorship agreement, Absa members will enjoy an exclusive preferential entry window from 12:00 on Wednesday, 29 July to 12:00 on Friday, 31 July 2026 on a first-come, first-served basis. Public entries will open on Saturday, 1 August. Visit www.runyourcityseries.com to register.