NWU-Berts Bricks AC Night Race: Campus After Dark - 1 October

The annual NWU-Berts Bricks AC Night Race is back on Wednesday 1 October 2025. The event, hosted at North-West University’s Potchefstroom Campus, promises an evening run with a bit of sparkle under the night sky. The start and finish point is the campus amphitheatre, with two distances on offer: 10km (starting at 19:00) and 5km (starting at 19:15).

Distances, Times and Goodie Bags

Runners can choose between a 10km challenge or a 5km fun run. The first 600 entries for the 10km event will bag a goodie bag, which might just be enough motivation to register early.

Entry Fees

• 10km

  • Students and staff: R100 online / R150 on the day

  • Adults (14 years and older): R120 online / R150 on the day

• 5km Fun Run

  • Students and staff: R30 online / R50 on the day

  • Adults (14 years and older): R50 online / R70 on the day

  • Children under 14: Free

Entries are handled online through ProTime, with NSFAS beneficiaries able to access free pre-entries.

Race Rules and Regulations

The event will be run under the rules of ASA and Athletics Central North West (ACNW). Key rules include:

• ASA 2025 licence numbers must be displayed on both front and back for the 10km. Walkers need their W tags if they want prize money.

• Temporary licences are available for unlicensed 10km runners.

• The minimum age for the 10km is 14 years.

• Music devices, pets, bicycles, blades and any mechanically operated gadgets are not allowed.

• Refreshment points will be stationed every 3km, with medical support and tog bag facilities provided.

• Cut-off time for the 10km is 2 hours.

Timing and Results

Every runner will receive a race bib with a timing chip. Organisers are very clear on one point: don’t fold, bend or tamper with it unless you want to run for fun only. Results will be available immediately at the finish and later uploaded to ProTime’s website.

Price Giving

Prize giving is set for 21:00 at the amphitheatre. Category winners must provide proof of age to collect their prizes.

Event Details at a Glance

• Date: 1 October 2025

• Venue: NWU Campus, Lovers Lane, Potchefstroom

• Distances: 10km and 5km

• Start Times: 19:00 (10km), 19:15 (5km)

• Tickets: Protime

The slogan says it all: Campus After Dark, Run the Spark! With runners of all ages lining up, goodie bags for the early birds and plenty of campus energy, it is shaping up to be a lively night on the NWU calendar.