Make 2024 your year to get out and about
Check out Pretoria's active scene, have a bite to eat at the Capital's weekend markets and get out for a show this weekend.
Voortrekker Parkrun relaunch, Voortrekker Monument, January 6
The Voortrekker parkrun, one of Pretoria’s most iconic parkruns is back, with stunning views and an accessible route perfect for runners and walkers of all levels.
There have been some exciting changes since the last run at the monument, especially the inclusion of post-run coffee.
Skool op Wiele Koffiehuis is located where the run used to start, a perfect little restaurant for post-run coffee and breakfast.
Uitspan restaurant is next to the steps leading to the monument (at the start/end points), offering some old favourites like roosterkoek, boere breakfasts and more.
The parkrun is a free event that relies on volunteers, so to find out how you can get involved, be on the lookout at the events.
For the parkrun entrance to the monument will be free, with the barcoded registration getting you an entrance stamp.
Pretoria’s parkruns are 5km routes that take place for free every weekend starting at 08:00.
Runs take place at Laudium, Valhalla, Bronberrik, The Reeds, Midstream, Moreleta Park, Hazeldean, the Voortrekker Monument, Hillside, and the Onderstepoort Campus.
Roan Ash, Café Barcelona, January 6
Pretoria-born Roan Ash is putting on an intimate acoustic show at Café Barcelona in Colbyn.
The small venue allows for an up close and personal experience with the best of Pretoria’s entertainment.
Attendees can arrive from 16:00, with the show starting at 17:30 for 18:00. Bookings are essential.
Hazel Food Arts Crafts and Culture Market, Lynnwood, January 6
Experience a day of nature and shopping, with fresh and delicious products at the Hazel Food Market, including international food products, fresh produce, handmade treats and more.
Explore the Arts, Crafts & Culture market for unique, handmade treasures like silver jewellery, garden bird treats, indoor plants, souvenirs and more.
The market will be open from 08:00 until 14:00 at the PHSOB Club, Hofmeyr Park in Lynnwood.
The River Fun Run/Walk, Irene, January 6
Ease into an active 2024 with a pet-friendly fun run at Smuts Irene River.
Registration starts from 06:30, with the event starting between 07:00 and 08:00.
There are 2km, 5km, and 10km routes available with medals for the finishers.
Rietvlei Dam sunset run/walk, Rietvlei, January 10
In case you miss the river run, or want to take a harder dive into your active 2024, the sunset run at the Rietvlei Dam is for you.
The event starts between 16:30 and 18:30, and the cut-off for completion is 20:00.
There are 2km, 5km, and 10km routes available.
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