Johnson Crane Hire Marathon 2025

Benoni Harriers Athletic Club proudly presents the 2025 edition of the Johnson Crane Hire Marathon. Join us for a dynamic race day in Benoni, offering distances to suit all runners.

Whether you’re aiming for the full marathon or participating in the family fun run, this event promises excitement and community spirit. Find all the details on dates, entry fees, and how to secure your spot below!

Date: Sunday, 26 January 2025

Location: Willowmoore Park, Benoni, Gauteng.

Distances and Starting Times:

42.2km Marathon: Starts at 05h30; cut-off at 11h00.
21.1km Half-Marathon: Starts at 05h30; cut-off at 09h00.
10km Race: Starts at 05h45; cut-off at 08h00.
5km Family Run: Starts at 05h45; cut-off at 08h00.

Entry Fees:

42.2km Marathon: R315
21.1km Half-Marathon: R275
10km Race: R145
5km Family Run: R75

Note: Temporary license fees may apply.

Race Number Collection:

Venue: Lakeside Mall, Benoni, 18b Tom Jones St, Benoni, 1501, South Africa.
Details: Specific collection points for each distance will be communicated via email before registration opens.
Requirements: Runners must present their ID and Race Number confirmation, which will be sent out during race week.
Note: No race numbers and shirts will be handed out on race day.

Starting and Finishing Point:

All races start and finish at Willowmoore Park, Benoni.

Hydration:

Refreshment stations approximately every 3 km will provide Coke and water.

Timing:

All events will be timed using a timing chip included in your race number.
The 42.2km marathon will feature mat-to-mat timing.

Medals:

All finishers will receive a medal.

Prize Giving:

10km Race: After 09h15
21.1km Half-Marathon: After 09h40
42.2km Marathon: After 10h15

Additional Information:

Parking: Available at Lakeside Mall (limited to 1,000 bays), Willowmoore Secondary School, and Willowmoore Park Stadium.
Headphones: The use of music players with headphones is prohibited and may result in disqualification.
Pets: No pets allowed.
Medical Support: Medical facilities will be available at the venue and along the route at water points.
Regulations: The event adheres to the rules of Athletics South Africa (ASA) and Central Gauteng Athletics (CGA).
Prohibited Items: No wheelchairs, rollerblades, cycles, or mechanically operated devices allowed in the races.
Prams: Pushing of prams or other wheeled carriers is not permitted.
Batch Starts: The 42km and 21km races will start in batches based on seeding. Race numbers will indicate the holding area batch. Seeded runners will line up in the street; all other batches will be in the Willow Park grounds.