The World’s Most Beautiful Marathon has announced a 2027 Event Week format that will see the Totalsports TWO OCEANS HALF MARATHON powered by BYD take place on Saturday, 03 April, before the legendary Totalsports TWO OCEANS ULTRA MARATHON powered by BYD closes the festivities on Sunday, 04 April.
Taking place from 31 March to 04 April 2027, the enhanced Event Week programme – featuring a Night Run, International Friendship Run, Trail Run, Half Marathon and Ultra Marathon – is designed to elevate the participant experience while creating an extraordinary celebration of endurance, achievement and community.
“We are excited to unveil a revitalised Event Week format for 2027 that will transform the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD into an even bigger celebration of running, community and camaraderie,” says Chris Goldschmidt, Chairperson of the TWO OCEANS MARATHON NPC. “This enhanced schedule gives each event its own moment to shine, enriches the experience for runners and supporters alike, and creates a memorable build-up to the ultimate highlight of the week – the Totalsports TWO OCEANS ULTRA MARATHON powered by BYD. While this marks an exciting evolution for the event, we remain firmly committed to preserving the spirit, traditions and rich legacy that have earned the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON its reputation as the World’s Most Beautiful Marathon.”
In closing, Goldschmidt adds: “We look forward to welcoming participants back to the beautiful University of Cape Town (UCT) campus, which will continue as the home of the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD in 2027 and 2028. With its iconic setting, world-class facilities and easy accessibility, UCT provides a supreme backdrop for an exceptional race-week experience.”
Wade Bromfield, Event Director of the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD, said the 2027 edition represents an exciting step forward for the event, with significantly increased capacity ensuring more runners can experience the iconic race weekend.
“The 2027 Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD represents a major milestone for the event, with increased capacity allowing even more runners to be part of this iconic experience. The Totalsports TWO OCEANS HALF MARATHON powered by BYD will now grow from 17 000 to 21 000 participants, while the Totalsports TWO OCEANS ULTRA MARATHON powered by BYD will increase from 14 000 to 21 000 participants, opening the door for thousands more athletes to share in the magic of the World’s Most Beautiful Marathon.
Importantly, the ULTRA MARATHON will once again take place on Sunday, 04 April 2027, maintaining its place as the grand finale of the weekend and delivering a spectacular conclusion to the event. This expansion reflects the continued growth of the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD and our commitment to giving more runners the opportunity to be part of one of the world’s most iconic road running experiences.”
EVENT INFORMATION: 2027 Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD
| 1. Wednesday 31 March 2027 | Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD / Night Run
Capacity: 5000 Distance: 8km Entry Fee: R320.00 Entries Open: Monday 03 August 2026 |
| 2. Thursday 01 April 2027 | Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD / International Friendship Run
Capacity: 1500 Distance: 4.5km Entry Fee: R 250.00 Entries Open: Monday 03 August 2026 |
| 2. Friday 02 April 2027 | Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD / Trail Run
Capacity: 1000 Start & Finish Venue: UCT Rugby Fields Distance & Entry Fee: · 24km / R 950.00 · 16km / R750.00 Entries Open: Monday 03 August 2026 |
| 3. Saturday 03 April 2027 | Totalsports TWO OCEANS HALF MARATHON powered by BYD
Capacity: 21 000 Finish Venue: UCT Rugby Fields Distance: 21,1km Entry Fees: · Licensed SA Athletes: R450.00 · Unlicensed SA Athletes: R450.00 plus temp license Entries Open: · Blue Number Club (BNC): Wednesday 15 – Wednesday 22 July 2026 · Ballot: Wednesday 05 August 2026 |
| 4. Sunday 04 April 2027 | Totalsports TWO OCEANS ULTRA MARATHON powered by BYD
Capacity: 21 000 Finish Venue: UCT Rugby Fields Distance: 56km Entry Fees: Licensed SA Athletes: R840.00 Entries Open: · Blue Number Club (BNC): Wednesday 15 – Wednesday 22 July 2026 · Ballot: Wednesday 05 August 2026 |
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