Ceres Michell's Pass Half Marathon

Date: 25 October 2025

Location: Lyell Street Sportsground, Ceres, 6835 *New Venue

Event Description: The Michell's Pass Half Marathon is a scenic race through the picturesque Michell's Pass in Ceres, Western Cape. Participants will enjoy stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys as they run through this beautiful route.

Distances and Entry Fees:

• 21.1km: 07:00 – Cut off: 10:30
• 10km: 07:15 – Cut off: 09h30
• 5km: Start Time: 07:20 – No Cut Off

Event Details:

Race Number Collection:

• Date: Friday, 24 October 2025
• Time: 10h00 - 16h00
• Race Day Collection: 05h30 – 06h45 (Collection of race numbers on the field)

Prize Giving:

• Time: 10h30

Course Records:

• 21 Km:

  • Men: Qhina Mthandazo - 1:07:56 (2015)
  • Ladies: Nomvuyisi Seti - 1:27:34 (2013)

• 10 Km:

  • Men: Kananelo Thulo - 31:02 (2023)
  • Ladies: Bernette Cotter - 38:03 (2015)

New Course Record Prize:

• 21 Km and 10 Km: R500 each

Additional Information:

• Stalls and Refreshments will be available at the venue.
• The event is conducted in accordance with the rules of the ASA (Athletics South Africa) and BA.
• Temporary license available for R85.
• Tog bags facility
• Walkers are welcome and there is also a  10 km Run/Walk and 5 km Fun Run.
• For accommodation enquiries contact Ceres Tourism Bureau Tel:023-316 1287 . Booking is essential.

Details: The 2025 Ceres Michell's Pass Half Marathon will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, starting at 07h00 from Lyell Street Sportsground in Ceres, Western Cape. The start and finish for all distances will be at Lyell Street Sportsground. 

ROUTE DESCRIPTION

• Route type: Out and back
• Route description: Run through a scenic mountain pass, the course is moderate and undulating. The first half is mainly downhill with a gentle climb from about 13 km to about 17 km when it becomes a rather steep pull to the 19 km mark. Thankfully, the last 2 km are downhill.

RACE DAY: Entries will be taken on race day 25 October 2025 from 05:30 – 06:45

21km Late Entry: R200

10km Late Entry: R150

Enquiries:

Nico Jansen

Cell: 078 882-5299 

Email: [email protected]

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Neal Stacey

Cell: 071 513-6708

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