Durban’s beachfront will come alive on Sunday, 18 October 2026, when thousands of runners take to the streets for the Boxer Super Run. To ensure the safety of participants, spectators and other road users, temporary road closures and traffic restrictions will be implemented along the route.
The race will start on Snell Parade, near the Blue Lagoon, and head towards Suncoast. Runners will then turn right into Battery Beach Road, followed by a right turn into the southbound lane of Masabalala Yengwa Avenue. At Moses Mabhida Stadium, the route turns right onto the promenade before runners make their way back along the beachfront to the finish venue at the Blue Lagoon Lawns.
Music and entertainment will take place at the venue and along the route between 06h30 and 14h00. Road-closure preparations will begin from 03h00 on race day, with the route expected to be clear by 12h30.
Metro Police officers and event marshals will manage traffic and assist road users throughout the event to help ensure the safety of participants, spectators and the public.
“The safety of our runners, spectators and road users is our priority,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports. “We encourage everyone travelling in the area to plan ahead, take note of the temporary closures and allow extra time for their journeys.”
Lee-Ann Pillay, Head of Marketing at Boxer Superstores, says the team is looking forward to another memorable Boxer Super Run in Durban while appreciating the public’s patience and support.
“We’re excited to bring the Boxer Super Run back to Durban and create another memorable morning on the beachfront,” says Pillay, Head of Marketing at Boxer Superstores. “We appreciate the public’s patience and support as we create a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.”
The following temporary road closures and lane restrictions will be implemented on Sunday, 18 October 2026, for the duration of the event:
Snell Parade between Athlone Street & Battery Beach Road – Full closure – closed 03h00
Battery Beach Road between Snell Parade & Masabalala Yengwa Avenue – Lane closure: swimming pool-side lanes in the direction of Snell Parade – closed 03h00
Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Southbound) between Battery Beach Road & entrance to promenade opposite Moses Mabhida Stadium – Lane closure: southbound lane – closed 03h00
For any emergencies on event day please contact the Venue Operations Centre (VOC) on 064 621 2223.
EVENT INFORMATION: 2026 Boxer Super Run
1. Boxer Super Run DURBAN
Date: Sunday 18 October 2026
Distance: 5km
Start Venue: Snell Parade, near Blue Lagoon Park, Durban
Finish Venue: Blue Lagoon Park, Durban
Event Waves & Start Times:
• 07:00 / OPEN WAVE (Anyone and everyone, club runners, serious runners, schools, runners who prefer an early start, masses)
• 08:00 – 09:30 / SUPER SOCIAL WAVE (Dress up, groups, company groups, charities, runners who prefer a slightly later start)
• 09:45 / ELITE WOMEN
• 10:00 / ELITE MEN
Entries Close: SOLD OUT
2. Boxer Super Run JOBURG
Date: Sunday 15 November 2026
Entries Close: SOLD OUT
Boxer Super Run DURBAN & Boxer Super Run JOBURG
Entry Includes:
• Boxer Super Run Event Performance T-shirt
• Boxer Super Run Goodie Bag
• Race Number / Timing Chip
• Fantastic On Route Experience
• Boxer Super Run Finisher’s Medal
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Instagram: @boxer_superstores / @boxer_superun5k
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Author: Jacky McClean from NEWSPORT MEDIA on behalf of Boxer Super Run.
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