HOKA HALF RUNFEST, JOHANNESBURG – Festival Pass (Non-Runners Only)
29 Nov 2025 SAST (+02:00)
The Wanderers Rugby Club Fields
Details
Not Running? No Problem.
Grab your Festival Pass and experience the HOKA Half RunFest from the inside — live music, DJs, food stalls, a beer garden, and unbeatable vibes at the finish line.
Note: All race entries (via Entry Ninja) already include festival access. This pass is for spectators and festival-goers only.
Information
Access to the Festival Village at the finish line
Live bands & DJ performances
Food stalls & a beer garden
Premium viewing of runners crossing the finish line
A safe, managed venue with great atmosphere from start to finish
Access to the Festival Grounds opens at 07:00.
No entry will be allowed without a digital Howler ticket presented at the gate. Upon scanning your ticket, you’ll receive your festival wristband.
No digital pass, no access. No wristband, no access.
Spectators and festival-goers are welcome to cheer on runners at the start line, with the first race kicking off at 06:30 and the last race at 07:15.
Please note: festival gates only open at 07:00, so grab a coffee and enjoy the atmosphere at the startline while supporting the runners if you arrive early.
What You Can Bring
Your Festival Pass & a big smile
Small bags or backpacks
Hats, sunscreen & comfy shoes
Your dancing shoes & party energy
A change of clothes for your running partner – showers available on site
Card or mobile payment only – this is a cashless event (all vendors accept card/mobile)
Foldable chairs, blankets & small beach umbrellas are welcome in the designated chill-out areas
Please be respectful of others around you
What You Can’t Bring
Outside alcohol or food
Illegal substances or weapons
Glass bottles or containers
Large umbrellas, chairs, or coolers
Bicycles, skateboards, scooters, or drones
Pets (service animals welcome)
No gazebos or running club tents permitted
Bag checks at the gate. All the good vibes, food & drinks are waiting inside!
Under 4 years – Free entry
Children 4–12 years – R50 per child
Anyone under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian upon entering the festival terrain. No person will be allowed entry with a child ticket if they are not under the age of 12.
No alcohol sales to anyone under 18 (ID may be requested).
This is a family-friendly event – kids welcome, good vibes guaranteed.
Organiser
Information
Access to the Festival Village at the finish line
Live bands & DJ performances
Food stalls & a beer garden
Premium viewing of runners crossing the finish line
A safe, managed venue with great atmosphere from start to finish
Access to the Festival Grounds opens at 07:00.
No entry will be allowed without a digital Howler ticket presented at the gate. Upon scanning your ticket, you’ll receive your festival wristband.
No digital pass, no access. No wristband, no access.
Spectators and festival-goers are welcome to cheer on runners at the start line, with the first race kicking off at 06:30 and the last race at 07:15.
Please note: festival gates only open at 07:00, so grab a coffee and enjoy the atmosphere at the startline while supporting the runners if you arrive early.
What You Can Bring
Your Festival Pass & a big smile
Small bags or backpacks
Hats, sunscreen & comfy shoes
Your dancing shoes & party energy
A change of clothes for your running partner – showers available on site
Card or mobile payment only – this is a cashless event (all vendors accept card/mobile)
Foldable chairs, blankets & small beach umbrellas are welcome in the designated chill-out areas
Please be respectful of others around you
What You Can’t Bring
Outside alcohol or food
Illegal substances or weapons
Glass bottles or containers
Large umbrellas, chairs, or coolers
Bicycles, skateboards, scooters, or drones
Pets (service animals welcome)
No gazebos or running club tents permitted
Bag checks at the gate. All the good vibes, food & drinks are waiting inside!
Under 4 years – Free entry
Children 4–12 years – R50 per child
Anyone under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian upon entering the festival terrain. No person will be allowed entry with a child ticket if they are not under the age of 12.
No alcohol sales to anyone under 18 (ID may be requested).
This is a family-friendly event – kids welcome, good vibes guaranteed.
Organiser
Info
Not Running? No Problem.
Grab your Festival Pass and experience the HOKA Half RunFest from the inside — live music, DJs, food stalls, a beer garden, and unbeatable vibes at the finish line.
Note: All race entries (via Entry Ninja) already include festival access. This pass is for spectators and festival-goers only.