Overview

About this event

The 2025 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Joburg 10k took place Wednesday, 24 September 2025 from 08:00, at Mary Fitzgerald Square, 120 Lilian Ngoyi St, Newtown in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. Distances included a 10km race.

A proud Heritage Day Celebration, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K was founded in 2016 and celebrates the splendour of the City of Gold.

Runners (and walkers) will be treated to a 10km journey that highlights iconic landmarks and features lively performances by a host of Joburg's leading performing arts groups. A true highlight on the SA running calendar, entrants can also look forward to rubbing shoulders with elite runners both local and from abroad.

What better way to celebrate National Heritage Day on Wednesday 24 September 2025 than by being part of the action at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K!

Jozi runners are you ready to #RunYourCity!

Races

Distances & fees

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Wednesday 24 Sep 2025

Distance	Entry Fee	Type	Start	Cut-off	Details
10km Race	TBC	Road	08:00	—
Minimum age 14 years

Course

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10km Race (10.0 km)

Where

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Mary Fitzgerald Square, 120 Lilian Ngoyi St, Newtown

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History

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