The City of Cape Town is set to put road closures in place in preparation for the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, set to take place this Sunday.
This year’s event will undergo a final-stage evaluation to join the ranks of the Abbott World Marathon Majors as part of its candidacy for inclusion in 2026. Having successfully completed the first assessment phase in 2024, organisers must now meet a 104-point criteria focused on operational excellence and participant experience.
Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, says a key focus area for this year’s evaluation is ensuring that no vehicles are parked along the route. Smith has therefore called on the public’s support in maintaining this standard.
“The City remains committed to supporting the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon in its journey to achieving Abbott World Marathon Major status. Joining this prestigious group would be an incredible milestone not only for Cape Town and South Africa, but for the entire continent,” said Smith.
Smith added that the City’s teams have been working closely with marathon organisers over the past few months, on the race route, coordinating logistics, and finalising plans to ensure a safe and successful event for all.
Residents and motorists are therefore urged to cooperate by adhering to parking and road closure rules.
Road closures and restrictions
Roads across the Atlantic Seaboard, Woodstock, Salt River, Observatory, the Southern Suburbs and the CBD will be affected on race day. Parking restrictions will apply from 08:00 on Friday, 17 October until 14:00 on Sunday, 19 October 2025.
Key impacted roads include Long Street, Green Point Main Road, Beach Road, Adderley Street, Darling Street, Victoria Road, Albert Road, Campground Road and Orange Street.
Transport
With limited parking in the Green Point Precinct, participants and supporters are encouraged to use the park-and-ride, MyCiTi shuttle, special train service or bicycle park.
Bus shuttles will operate from Century City, UCT, CTICC and the Civic Centre, while MyCiTi Express routes will run from Table View (T01), Hout Bay (109) and Camps Bay/Maiden’s Cove (109).
More details are available on the Marathon | Sanlam Cape Town Marathon.
Spectator vibe points
Spectators are encouraged to bring their energy and join in the festivities along the route. The City will host a hydration and vibe point outside City Hall, featuring a DJ, dancers and a minstrel group at the 29.9km mark on the Grand Parade.
Other top viewing spots include Green Point, Woodstock, Rondebosch, Salt River, Orange Street and Sea Point, with the finish line on Vlei Road in Green Point promising a festive atmosphere as runners cross the line.
