# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Meerkat Marathon
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 05:30 am
- **Event Description**: The Meerkat Marathon originated in 2016. The race has been held every year, only taking a break during the 2021 lockdown. Initially the purpose of the race was to raise funds for charity, but the race helps to keep the Kimberley Road Runners club up and running. The event is one of the largest and most attended road running events in the Northern Cape. This year, the race is proudly sponsored by Bayagro Kimberley and Vermeulens.

The Meerkat Marathon is a qualifier for the Comrades and Two Oceans Ultra Marathons.

We invite all athletes to come and enjoy the race and experience Kimberley Road Runners' hospitality!

Distances and Start Times:
42.2km - 5:30am
21.1km - 5:30am
10km - 6:00am

Cut Off:
42.2km - 6 hours (11:30am)
21.1km - 4 hours (9:30am)
10km - 2 hours (8:00am)

Early Online Entry Fees (up to and including 27th January 2026)
42.2km R 310
21.1 km R 240
10 km R 200

Temporary License R70 (Must be purchased by athletes who do not have a 2025/2026 ASA License. Validity of the 2025 licenses for the Meerkat Marathon race will be confirmed in due time).

Late Online Entry Fees (enter after 27th January 2026)
42.2km R 360
21.1 km R 290
10 km R 250

Temporary License R70 (Must be purchased by athletes who do not have a 2025/2026 ASA License. Validity of the 2025 licenses for the Meerkat Marathon race will be confirmed in due time).

Manual/Late Entries & Race Number Collection
- Manual/Late Entries are only available 28/01/2026 and 29/01/2026 at Doc's Padel & Pickleball from 17:00-20:00
- All entries close on 29/01/2026 at 20:00
- Number Collections are available 28/01/2026, 29/01/2026, and 30/01/2026 at Doc's Padel & Pickleball from 17:00-20:00

Medals to all finishers within the cut off times

Enter online at https://secure.onreg.com/onreg2/front/step1.php?id=7362
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kimberley/2026-meerkat-marathon/200029218985857
- **Event Categories**: sports, marathons, nonprofit, charities
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 193

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Kimberley
- **state**: NC
- **country**: South Africa
- **location**: Kimberley
- **lat**: -28.75742
- **long**: 24.77702
- **full address**: Kimberley, South Africa

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Meerkat Marathon being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Meerkat Marathon takes place on Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 05:30 am to Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 05:30 am at Kimberley, South Africa.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Meerkat Marathon?
  - **A:** 2026 Meerkat Marathon is organized by Kimberley Road Runners.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Meerkat Marathon is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kimberley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 190+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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