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South Africa’s most social 5km run, the Boxer Super Run, is set to make its Johannesburg debut on Sunday, 09 November 2025, at the iconic Marks Park Sports Club. Entries open this Friday, 26 September. We’re excited to see the Boxer Super Run make its Johannesburg debut in 2025, says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports. “A new venue brings a new route and fresh experiences for everyone. Marks Park Sports Club has hosted countless fantastic sporting events, and we’re excited to bring the Boxer Super Run here for the first time. It promises not only exhilarating 5km racing but also a fun-filled day for runners, their families, friends, and colleagues.” Echoing Michael’s enthusiasm, Lee-Ann Pillay, Head of Marketing at Boxer Superstores, highlights how the new venue promises an exciting and memorable experience for all participants.
Hosting the Boxer Super Run at Marks Park Sports Club offers a vibrant venue, an exciting new route, and plenty of enjoyment for everyone says Pillay. The Boxer Super Run is all about energy, fun, and celebrating community. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, everyone is part of the action. From elite athletes to first-time fun runners, there’s a start wave for every level. It’s set to be a high-energy, fun-packed day filled with fitness, laughter, and family fun. Our Durban race sold out in record time, so we encourage everyone to enter early to avoid missing out.
EVENT INFORMATION: 2025 Boxer Super Run Joburg
Date: Sunday 09 November 2025
Distance: 5km
Start Venue: Marks Park Sports Club
Finish Venue: Marks Park Sports Club
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
Minimum Age of Entrant: 9 years old
Entries Open: Friday 26 September 2025
Entries Close: Monday, 03 November 2025 or ONCE CAPACITY HAS BEEN REACHED
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
Facebook: Boxer Superstores / Boxer Super Run 5K
Instagram: @boxer_superstores / @boxer_superun5k
About Boxer Superstores:
Boxer is one of the fastest growing discount supermarkets in Southern Africa. With a cemented set of ‘people-centred’ goals and values, Boxer has positioned itself as ‘Africa’s Favourite Discount Supermarket’. Since its humble beginnings 48 years ago in Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal, the Boxer brand, (comprised of Boxer Superstores, Boxer Liquors and Boxer Build) has grown far and wide and offers services to shoppers in 544 stores spread across every province of South Africa, as well as in the Kingdom of Eswatini.
For further information about Boxer Superstores, please visit www.boxer.co.za
About the Boxer Super Run:
A world class 5km road run, the Boxer Super Run is set to captivate entrants, young and old, social, and elite, in the scenic city of Durban. With 5km being the most popular distance globally, the event attracts a diverse range of participants, from seasoned athletes seeking to challenge their limits to newcomers venturing into the world of road running. This run is for everyone! A highlight on race day will be the Boxer Super Run ELITE RACE where SA’s Elite athletes will go head-to-head in a men’s and women’s race for the coveted title of King and Queen of the Boxer Super Run 5K! For the rest of the field, we’re not aiming for first place, we’re aiming for PB’s but most importantly we’re heading for fun!
Choose your wave for your 5km loop along the Durban promenade. Dress up or dress down, whatever you do make sure you follow the event on social media and share your experience.
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