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Hailed as one of the world’s most iconic running events – and undoubtedly one of its most beautiful – next year’s Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon (TTOM) has been confirmed for the weekend of 11-12 April 2026.
After the chaos of the 2025 race – when too many runners lined up for the half-marathon route, breaking permit conditions and leading to a shortage of medals and water – Stillwater Sports has been brought on board to organise next year’s race. Stillwater brings valuable experience to the table, having run successful events including XTERRA triathlons, the AfricanX trail running event, the FNB Wine2Whales mountain bike race, and the countrywide Totalsports Women’s Race series.
“The Two Oceans Marathon has a proud history, and this partnership marks a significant step forward in ensuring its future as a world-class event,” says Chris Goldschmidt, Chairman of the Board of the Two Oceans Marathon NPC. “We are confident that with Stillwater Sports’ proven expertise, alongside the continued support of Totalsports, the 2026 edition will set new benchmarks for excellence and inclusivity.”
If you plan on running the 2026 Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon, entries (for the Blue Number Club at least) open today!
Here are all the dates you need to know:
Blue Number Club Runners
Monday, 15 September: Entries open
Ultra Marathon (56km)
Wednesday, 17 September: Entries Open with a Ballot System
Wednesday, 24 September: Ballot Closes
Thursday, 25 September: Draw Takes Place
Half Marathon (21.1km)
Thursday, 18 September: Entries Open with a Ballot System!
Thursday, 25 September: Ballot Closes
Friday, 26 September: Draw Takes Place
International and Rest of Africa Runners
Entries open Wednesday, 01 October
Two Oceans Marathon 2026 Entry Fees (South Africa)
Ultra-marathon: R850
Half-marathon: R450*
*Excludes cost of temporary license, for unlicensed runners
Two Oceans Marathon 2026 Entry Fees (Rest of Africa)
Ultra-marathon: R1030
Half-marathon: R830
Two Oceans Marathon 2026 Entry Fees (International)
Ultra-marathon: R3080
Half-marathon: R2160
Entry:
Visit www.twooceansmarathon.org.za
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