Where to go for fitness events happening around the Cape this long weekend...

The loooong weekend is almost here!

Here are a few options for the non-couch potatoes among us:

Richmond Corner 10 km

When: Saturday, 19 April 2025, 7:30 am

Where: Richmond Corner Mall, Tygerberg Valley Rd, Richwood, Cape Town

About the event: A road race that winds through the northern suburbs of Cape Town. Whether you're chasing a PB or walking for fun, this event has something for everyone!

Distances and times:

10km road race – 🕢 starts at 07h30
5km run/walk – 🕢 starts at 07h45

Find more information, here.

Velocity Family Day Run

When: Monday, 21 April 2025

Where: Atlantis City Mall, Wesfleur Circle, Atlantis

About the event: A high-energy 21km and 5km outside-city race that’s more than just a run... it’s a celebration of community, fitness and BIG prizes!

Distances: 21km and 5km

Start and finish at Atlantis City Mall.

🌟 Event highlights:

Family-friendly 5km walk/run
Scenic 21km route outside the buzz of Cape Town
Start & finish: Atlantis City Mall – perfect for spectators & post-race shopping
Hosted by Velocity Athletics – you know it’ll be top-notch

Win: a 70-INCH HISENSE SMART TV worth R11,000!

Click here to enter for the race.

Easter Trail Run

When: Monday, 21 April 2015

Where: Muratie Wine Estate, Stellenbosch (R44 between Stellenbosch & Klapmuts)

About the event: Wrap up your Easter weekend in the most magical way – with a scenic trail run at Muratie Wine Estate. With Simonsberg’s rugged beauty as your backdrop and winding singletrack trails beneath your feet, this is a must-do Monday adventure – and yes, everyone gets an Easter egg at the finish!

Distances and pricing:

6km – R155

12km – R195 (Pre-entries close: 18 April at midnight)

🏅 First 250 entries score a special event medal, others get the classic Dirtopia medal.

📟 Timing by Amarider Trail Tag – rent (R25) or buy (R100) at registration.

🕣 Registration from 07:30 | Starts: 08:30 (12km) | 08:45 (6km)

Race perks:

Refreshment stations with Powerade, oranges, cold water

Finishers get Coke + PVM Nutrition samples

Post-run massages by Ultimate Performance

Prizes for winners & lucky draws: Muratie wine, Sportsmans Warehouse vouchers & FALKE socks!
Coffee & “Grab n Go” meals from early morning
For a sit-down breakfast/lunch – book at Muratie’s Farm Kitchen

For more information on this event:

WhatsApp: 078 343 3572
Email: info@dirtopia.co.za
Visit the website: www.dirtopia.co.za

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