TABLE MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE - 2026
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TABLE MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE - 2026

Join the adventure at the iconic Table Mountain Challenge 2026!

Race day
Saturday, 5 September 2026
Location
Camps Bay Primary Sports Field, Cape Town
Start
6:00 AM
Distances
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Join the adventure at the iconic Table Mountain Challenge 2026!

  • Iconic Table Mountain route
  • Stunning views
  • Challenging terrain
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About this race

TABLE MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE – Celebrating 22 Years! Join us on Saturday, 5 September!

The TMC will start and finish at the Sports Field in Camps Bay.
Introducing new routes: 27km and 15km. The classic 40km route takes you all the way around the iconic Table Mountain, a natural wonder of the world.


TMC Toughie 40km - R1600
Experience the thrill of circumnavigating this incredible Natural Wonder of the World entirely on trail. Enjoy a challenging 1900m elevation gain!

TMC Lite 27km - R1200
Though shorter, this route is no less challenging! With a 1700m elevation gain, it climbs up and over Table Mountain, showcasing the most scenic parts of Llandudno.

TMC Baby 15km - R650
Perfect for beginner trail runners, this route covers the lower slopes of Table Mountain. Remember, Table Mountain is not flat!

STANDARD ENTRY FEE:

40km Solo - R1600

27km Lite - R1200

15km Baby - R650

WHAT YOUR ENTRY INCLUDES:

  • Race number
  • Conservation fee
  • Medical support
  • Marked route and ALL Trails link
  • Marshals
  • Photographs
  • Timing
  • Race Village access
  • Race Shirt
  • Finishers Beer (choose between alcoholic or non-alcoholic)

START TIMES:

TMC 40km - 06:00am

TMC 27km - 07:00am

TMC 15km - 09:00am

The final cut-off time is at 5pm.


MANDATORY REGISTRATION:

Registration takes place on Saturday, 5 September at Camps Bay Primary Sports Field, Camps Bay Drive, from 5am to 8:30am.

Details for Pre-Race Day Registration are to be confirmed.


TMC FUN:
Supporters are encouraged to join the excitement at the start/finish line. Bring your spirit, with coffee brewing from 5:30am.

RECOMMENDED KIT:

1. Water – At least 1.5L
2. Food – Energy Bar, Sandwich, or Banana
3. Fully charged cellphone
4. Windbreaker is mandatory. A waterproof jacket is required if rain is expected. NO EXCUSES!
5. Space Blanket
6. Re-usable cups

ROUTE INFORMATION:

GPX FILES will be available soon!

For further information, contact Landi at info@energyevents.co.za

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Race details

Race day
Saturday, 5 September 2026
Start
6:00 AM
Location
Camps Bay Primary Sports Field
Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
Cape Town, Western Cape

Distances & pricing

  • TMC 2026
    From
    R195

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