REGISTRATION OVERVIEW
2027 ENTRIES
YOUR STORY
STARTS HERE.
The inaugural Cape100 takes place on Sunday, 5 September 2027. One hundred kilometres from Hermanus to Stellenbosch. One Number. Infinite Stories.
Public entries are now open on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to availability.
ENTER CAPE100 ↗SECURE YOUR ENTRY.
Select the entry category applicable to you. All three categories provide access to the same Cape100 race experience and entry inclusions.
ATHLETE ENTRY
ATHLETE ENTRY
ATHLETE ENTRY
Pay your entry in full, or secure your place with a 50% deposit followed by two equal monthly instalments.
MORE THAN A RACE ENTRY.
Your Cape100 entry brings together the race, your official event kit and a permanent place in the history of the inaugural edition.
THE RACE.
- Approximately 30–33 on-route water points, including major aid stations
- On-route nutrition and hydration
- Official event timing and tracking
- Route, medical and event support
- Cape100 Black Carpet™ Finish Experience
YOUR CAPE100 KIT.
- Official Cape100 Technical Race Tee
- Official Cape100 Cap
- Official Cape100 Athlete Gear
- Official Cape100 Finisher Medal*
YOUR LEGACY.
- Your permanent Cape100 race number
- Founding Member status for life**
- Distinctive black Founding Member race bib
- Permanent recognition as part of the inaugural field
- Priority access to future Cape100 entries
- Cape100 event partner benefits
** Founding Member status is earned by starting the inaugural Cape100 on 5 September 2027.
ENTER FIRST.
QUALIFY NEXT.
You do not need to have qualified before entering Cape100.
Athletes may secure their entry now and complete their qualifying marathon during the official qualification period.
An officially timed 42.2 km road marathon in 4:59:59 or faster, completed between 1 January 2026 and 31 May 2027. An accepted result must be submitted by 7 June 2027.
Qualifying results must be submitted through your Entry Ninja athlete profile. GPS-recorded activities alone are not accepted as official qualifying results.
VIEW QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS →READY FOR THE START LINE.
Cape100 is affiliated with Boland Athletics and is conducted under the applicable rules of Athletics South Africa and World Athletics.
SOUTH AFRICAN ATHLETES.
South African athletes must be members of an ASA-affiliated athletics club and hold a valid 2027 ASA permanent licence by 7 June 2027. You may enter before obtaining your 2027 licence. Temporary licences are not accepted for South African athletes.
REST OF AFRICA & INTERNATIONAL.
Rest of Africa and International athletes must purchase the applicable temporary athletics licence during the Cape100 entry checkout and comply with the applicable participation requirements for foreign athletes.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS.
- Be at least 20 years old on race day
- Meet the Cape100 qualification requirements by the deadline
- Meet the applicable athletics licensing requirements
- Provide the required participant and medical information
- Accept the entry terms, indemnity and applicable waivers during registration
ONE INAUGURAL.
ONE FIELD.
Entries for the inaugural Cape100 are limited to 7,000 athletes. Entries are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to availability.
There will only ever be one inaugural Cape100. Every athlete who starts the race on 5 September 2027 becomes a Cape100 Founding Member for life.
EXPLORE FOUNDING MEMBERS →BEFORE YOU ENTER.
All entries are subject to the Cape100 entry terms and conditions, including the applicable policies governing withdrawals, substitutions, returns and refunds.
Please review the qualification requirements, licensing conditions and event policies before completing your registration.
VIEW FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS →THERE IS ONLY
ONE INAUGURAL.
100 kilometres. Hermanus to Stellenbosch. 5 September 2027.
Your place in the inaugural Cape100 begins with a single decision.
ENTER CAPE100 ↗Entries subject to availability.