Run the Karoo
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Run The Karoo
Run The Karoo is a weekend of trail running held 03–04 April 2027 at Dwarsvlei Farm near Middelburg in the Eastern Cape. The event spans two days and combines a night run on the first day with a daytime run on the second day.
The organiser frames the event as an experience-focused weekend with onsite hospitality. Meals from Saturday dinner to Sunday lunch are included for entrants. Food and beverage offerings noted for the weekend include braais, fresh farm bread, condensed milk coffee, koeksisters and craft beer. Evenings feature live entertainment and sunsets over the farm setting.
Available class formats and accommodation details are provided for solo and team entrants. Standard canvas tents are included: solo tents have one single mattress and team tents have two single mattresses; upgrades may be available during entry. Walkers are welcome and no cutoff time will be implemented.
Distances
- HorseRun: 8 km night run on day 1 and 22 km on day 2
- SheepRun: 8 km night run on day 1 and 14 km on day 2
Teams are supported for certain classes and must consist of two participants per team. The event lists a typical age range of 12 and older. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.