Get ready to paint the streets of Joburg peach with the SPAR Women’s Challenge Jozi this spring and celebrate a vibrant day of female empowerment, and individuality. This popular running event in Johannesburg is pure fun and returns on Sunday, 6 October 2024. Runners can join for a social walk or run at 5km or 10km. Keen on joining? Read on to get all the details.
#ChooseYou, the SPAR Women’s Challenge Jozi theme for 2024
The theme for this year’s edition of the SPAR Women’s Challenge Jozi is proudly, #ChooseYou, a concept that perfectly captures the spirit of the event. It’s not just about competition; it’s about celebrating what makes you unique.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner aiming to smash your personal best or a first-timer seeking a motivating day out with friends or colleagues, this vibey and running event welcomes you with open arms. The race starts at 8am, and entrants can choose between distances of 5km or 10km, to walk or run.
Running for a good cause
The SPAR Women’s Challenge goes beyond the race itself. Every stride runners take raises awareness and funds for incredible causes. This year, proceeds will benefit Headstart Kids, the Smile Foundation, and Reach for Recovery – initiatives perfectly aligned with SPAR’s commitment to education, nutrition, and women’s empowerment.
This year also marks a remarkable milestone – the 33rd annual running event of the SPAR Women’s Challenge Jozi.
How to enter and collect your Challenge pack
Online entries are now open and capped at 12,000, while store entries will open on 5 August 2024. Note that pre-entries close on 23 September 2024 at midnight, but you can still enter at the venue from Wednesday, 2 October until Saturday, 5 October 2024.
The entry fee of R160 includes a race T-shirt, a foam peak, entry into the event, and a copy of My Jozi Challenge Magazine. Aspiring 10km runners should note an additional R60 license fee applies (unless you’re part of a running club).
Once registered, visit sparwomensjozi.co.za to locate your nearest participating SPAR store, pick up your Challenge pack in-store, and scan the QR code to complete your entry form online. Your unique voucher code is printed on your race number and is linked to that race number and will be required when you start the entry process.
When you purchase the Challenge Pack in-store you’ll have the opportunity to select your preferred t-shirt size. Sizes are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and are available only while stocks last. To ensure you get your preferred size, enter and collect early.
Where to get the race results
Participants taking part in the 10km run will receive an SMS directly after the race with their provisional time and position. Race results will be available on sparwomensjozi.co.za. The 5km fun run will not be timed.
Cost: R160pp, enter online or at participating stores from 5 August. Email data@sportsvendo.co.za for group entries
When: Sunday, 6 October. Race starts at 8am
Where: Marks Park, Emmarentia, Johannesburg
Website: sparwomensjozi.co.za
Email: data@sportsvendo.co.za
Facebook: @SPARWomensJozi
Instagram: @sparwomensjozi
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