SPU Colour Run 2025
SPU Birthday Colour Run 2025: Register for 5 km, 10 km, or 21.1 km
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Key event details
- Venue: SPU South Campus Precinct, 150 Reservoir Road, New Park, Kimberley
- Date: Saturday, 30 August 2025
- Distances: 5 km, 10 km, 21.1 km
- Open to: Students, staff, alumni, community members, and visiting athletes
Start times, cut-offs, and entry fees
| Event | Start time | Cut-off | Entry fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 km | 06:45 | 1.5 hours | R100 |
| 10 km | 06:30 | 2 hours | R150 |
| 21.1 km | 06:00 | 4 hours | R200 |
Entries
- Entries open: 1 August 2025
- Entries close: 25 August 2025 at 24:00
- Manual entries: SPU North Campus, Lila Josane Foyer, selected dates in 19–22 August window
- Race pack collection: 28–29 August 2025 from 15:00 to 19:00 at SPU South Campus
Why join
- Celebrates the 12th birthday of a growing public university in the Northern Cape
- Encourages active lifestyles for students and residents
- Promotes safe, inclusive community events
- Offers medals for finishers and special awards for podium positions
What to expect on race day
- Prize giving and lucky draws from 10:00
- Colour powder zones and music near the finish
- Clearly marked routes with marshals
- Basic first aid on site and route hydration points
Rules and safety
The event follows ASA rules. Keep your race number visible. Pin numbers in front. Place timing tags as instructed during pack collection. Use the temporary license if you do not hold a current ASA license. Follow marshal directions. Dispose colour powder packets in bins. Respect residential areas around the campus.
Who to contact
Event queries: SPU Sport and Recreation office. Phone numbers appear on the official poster. You also reach the university switchboard via the SPU website contact page.
Support from our team
We stand with SPU students, staff, and the Kimberley community. We support events that promote health, safety, and unity. We encourage you to register early, follow the rules, and cheer volunteers. Share photos, tag the official SPU channels, and keep the campus clean during and after the run.
For students planning their studies
If you need programme info, funding guides, or application timelines, review our university resources. Start with our South African university hub. It covers entry requirements, application dates, and verified contacts.
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Disclaimer: Details come from the official event poster and public SPU communications. Times, fees, and logistics are subject to final race briefings.