Forget everything you think you know about road races. This November, HOKA is bringing back the ultimate running party – the HOKA HALF RUNFEST – transforming two of South Africa’s greatest cities into electric hubs of fitness, music, and pure fun.
Mark your calendars: the RunFest is hitting the vineyards and the concrete City with back-to-back excitement!
The Dates and Venues
The HOKA HALF is rolling out a two-city tour in 2025:
- Stellenbosch: Saturday, 15 November 2025
- Venue: Eikestad Primary School
- Enter online here
- Johannesburg : Saturday, 29 November 2025
- Venue: Wanderers Rugby Club
- Enter online here
More Than a Race: It’s a RUNFEST
The HOKA HALF is defined by its festival atmosphere, proving that you can chase a PB and still have the time of your life. Every element is designed to keep the energy levels soaring from the starting gun to the buzzing race village finish.
The Party Lane: Your Race, Your Rules for 10km and 21.1km runners; the route features a spicy surprise: the Party Lane. This music-fueled detour, packed with live DJs and interactive hype zones, allows you to momentarily ditch the race pace, recharge your legs, and rejoin the main route with a renewed burst of energy.
Dress to Express: Pick Your Vibe Half the fun is showing up in style – or lack thereof! The HOKA HALF encourages you to choose your tribe with two fun dress-up themes:
- For the Serious: “Go for the Win” (Kit up, lace up, and chase that PB).
- For the Not-So-Serious: “Anything But a Runner” (Think onesies, capes, or any outrageously fun outfit).
Find Your Distance
Whether you’re a seasoned half-marathoner or just looking for a fun day out with friends, there’s a distance for every pace:
Distance | Race Name |
21.1KM | HOKA HALF |
10KM | Half a Half |
5KM | FUNRUN |
AND JUST WHEN YOU THINK IT’S OVER…
Run straight into a full-blown music festival – with live DJ sets, beer tents, good vibes, and even better company. Whether you’re racing, vibing, or cheering from the sidelines, the energy doesn’t stop at the finish line.
