Parys Crater Street Mile 2025: Lace Up for a Mile Like No Other - 25 October

The Parys Crater Street Mile returns on Saturday, 25 October 2025, and the streets of this Free State town will once again be pounding with footsteps, banter, and a fair amount of Lycra. It’s not just a run; it’s a full-on celebration of sport, community and a bit of healthy competitiveness, whether you're clocking elite times or trotting along in takkies for fun.

One Mile. Ten Events. Thousands of Reasons to Join

This world-certified event isn’t messing about. It’s an official ASA Free State Qualifier, which means serious athletes looking to make a mark will be out in force. But don’t stress if you’re just there for a jog and a boerie roll, there’s a place for everyone. Here’s how the morning will unfold:

Time Category Entry Fee

07:15 Rotarian & Friends for Polio Fun Run/Walk R70

07:45 Business Fun Run/Walk R70

08:00 Half-Mile: Rising Stars (7–9 years) R50

08:15 Sub-Youth Boys & Girls (10–13 years) R70

08:30 Youth Boys & Girls (14–17 years) R70

08:45 Junior Men & Women (18–19 years) R70

09:00 Masters Men & Women (35+ years) R70

09:15 Seniors (20–34 years) R70

09:30 Elite Women & Invited Athletes* R70

09:45 Elite Men & Invited Athletes* R70

(*Elite events are by invitation only and subject to qualification.)

No License? No Problem (Sort Of)

If you’re gunning for ASA qualification, bring your ASA license. No temporary licenses will be available on the day, and you won’t be able to buy one at the venue either. Not licensed? No problem, sign up as a fun runner and enjoy the same route without the competitive stress.

Just remember: no license, no time, at least when it comes to qualifying. But you’ll still get a medal and a lekker sense of accomplishment.

More Than Just Medals

Every participant gets a finisher’s medal, whether they sprint it in five minutes or saunter over the line with a latte in hand. And if you’re feeling lucky (or just really fast), there’s over R50 000 in prize money up for grabs. The competition will be tight, especially in the elite events, so sharpen those spikes.

Helping Hands Behind the Scenes

The Street Mile isn’t just about speed. It’s also about support. All proceeds help power the Volunteer Emergency Medical Service, an initiative by Rotary Parys that’s actually approved by the Provincial Department of Health. Every entry fee goes towards making sure that help arrives fast when it’s most needed. So yes, your sweat really does save lives.

Practical Bits: Entries, Numbers and Parking

• Online entries: www.paryscraterstreetmile.co.za

• Late entries: On the day from 06:00 at Parys Info Office, 30 Water Street

• Race number collection:

  • Friday 24 October: 10:00–18:00

  • Saturday 25 October: from 05:00

• Venue: Start and finish at the corner of Water and Buiten Street

• Traffic notice: The area will be closed between 05:00 and 11:00, plan accordingly

Don’t forget to bring your confirmation email when collecting your number. You can collect on behalf of someone else, but you’ll need their email and ID copy. Also, don’t even think about trying to substitute a runner. Not allowed.

Food, Parking, Medical & All That

There’ll be designated parking areas, food and drinks for sale, and medical assistance on site. Basically, you just need to pitch up in your gear with some sunscreen and a smile.

Get in Touch (Or Just Stalk Online)

• Website: paryscraterstreetmile.co.za

• Facebook: Parys Crater Street Mile

• Email: info@paryscraterstreetmile.co.za

Group entries, sponsorships, or just keen to help out? Give Chantal (076-430-1138) or Sandra (064-516 - - 0238) a ring.

The Parys Crater Street Mile isn’t just another road race. It’s a showcase of grit, a dash of community spirit, and an excuse to sprint down closed-off streets without getting shouted at. Whether you’re going for glory, gold, or just a medal and a koeksister, there’s no better place to be on 25 October 2025.

See you at the start line.