Loading Events

Chrysalis Academy Trail Run 2026

Race with Confidence

Join us for the 2nd Annual Chrysalis Academy Trail Run & Walk, a family-friendly fundraising event set against the breathtaking natural beauty of the Tokai forests and mountains.

Following the success of our inaugural 25th Anniversary Trail Run in 2025, this event now becomes an annual fundraiser supporting Chrysalis Academy’s youth development programmes across the Western Cape.

Every entry helps create opportunities for young people to discover purpose, resilience and hope.

Run for Nature. Walk for Youth. Change Lives.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, 31 October 2026

Venue: Chrysalis Academy Porter Estate, Tokai, Cape Town

Distances

10km Trail Run

Challenging scenic trail run which includes obstacles along the way.

Suitable for all running levels, from experienced to recreational trail runners.

 

5km Trail Run & Fun Walk

Family-friendly route

Walkers, beginners and children welcome

Ideal for families, schools and corporate teams.

 

Event Programme

Time Activity
6:00 am Registration
6:30 am Warm-up & Health Screening
8:00 am 10 km Trail Run Starts
9:00 am 5km Trail Run & Walk Starts
9:00 am – 12:00pm Entertainment and Family Activities
10:00 am Prize Giving
12:00 am Event Closes

Why We Run

Proceeds from this event directly support Chrysalis Academy’s work with young people aged 18–25.

Funds raised help provide:

  • Youth leadership development
  • Outdoor education
  • Skills development
  • Work readiness programmes
  • Mental health and psychosocial support
  • Community-based youth programmes
  • Graduate aftercare and mentoring

Your participation helps young people build brighter futures.

Event Village

Make a day of it and enjoy a vibrant festival atmosphere with something for everyone!

  • Delicious food vendors
  • Freshly brewed coffee and refreshments
  • Outdoor adventure activities, including a zipline and climbing wall
  • Fun children’s activities
  • Live music and entertainment
  • Sponsor and partner exhibition stands
  • Health and wellness exhibitors
  • A relaxed outdoor environment to connect with family, friends, and the community

Entry Fees

 

Category Fee
10km Trail Run R250
5km Trail Run/Walk R150
Children under 12 (5km Walk) R75

 

What Your Entry Includes

Each participant receives:

  • Official race number
  • Finisher’s medal
  • Refreshment station access
  • Water at the finish
  • Access to the Event Village
  • Live entertainment
  • Opportunity to win lucky draw prizes

Registration

Online entries close on Friday, 23 October 2026.

Subject to availability, limited race-day registrations may be accepted.

Refreshment Stations

Water stations will be available along the route and at the finish.

 

Medical Support

Qualified medical personnel and emergency services will be on site throughout the event.

 

Safety

Participants take part entirely at their own risk.

The route passes through natural terrain and includes uneven surfaces, loose gravel, steep sections and forest trails.

Participants should:

  • Wear suitable trail running shoes
  • Carry their own hydration if preferred
  • Follow marshals’ instructions
  • Respect the environment
  • Keep to marked routes

Event Rules

Participants must wear their race number visibly.

No littering on the route.

No pets on the course.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult on the 5km Walk.

Participants must obey event officials and route marshals.

Headphones are discouraged for safety reasons.

The organisers reserve the right to alter the route should weather or environmental conditions require it.

 

 

Environmental Commitment

One of the Chrysalis Academy’s core values is Empathy with Nature.

Participants are encouraged to:

Leave no trace.

Dispose of waste responsibly.

Respect the natural environment.

Protect local flora and fauna.

 

Photography

Photographs and video footage will be taken throughout the event.

By entering, participants consent to the use of images for future promotional and fundraising purposes.

 

Cancellation Policy

Should the event be cancelled because of extreme weather, natural disasters or circumstances beyond the organisers’ control, entries may not be refundable.

 

Sponsors

This event is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and partners. Our main sponsors are Tsebo Solutions and Sports Science Institute of South Africa.

 

Corporate sponsorship opportunities remain available.

 

Contact

Chrysalis Academy

Website: www.chrysalisacademy.org.za

Email: info@chrysalisacademy.org.za

Tokai, Cape Town

 

Together We Can Change Lives

Run the Trail.
Walk with Purpose.
Invest in Youth.

Number Collection

Participants will be advised of collection dates and times closer to the event.

Race-day collection will be available at 6:30am.

Registration

Online entries close on Friday, 23 October 2026.

Subject to availability, limited race-day registrations may be accepted.

Prize Categories

Prizes will be awarded for:

10km Trail Run

  • Male (first, second and third)
  • Female (first, second and third)

5km Trail Run

  • Male (first, second and third)
  • Female (first, second and third)
  • Junior Winners (Top Male and Top Female)

Lucky Draws

All participants stand a chance to win fantastic sponsor prizes.

Event Details

 Start Date | 

31 Oct 26 08:00

 End Date | 

31 Oct 26 11:00

 Closing Date | 

23 Oct 26

 Location | 

Chrysalis Academy, Porter Estate, Tokai

 Start Venue | 

Chrysalis Academy, Porter Estate, Tokai

 Start Venue | 

Chrysalis Academy, Porter Estate, Tokai

 Finish Venue | 

Chrysalis Academy, Porter Estate, Tokai

 Finish Venue | 

Chrysalis Academy, Porter Estate, Tokai

 Organiser | 

Chrysalis Academy

 Category | 

Trail Run

 Category | 

Trail Run

 Phone | 

0661394210

 Email | 

info@topevents.co.za

 Address | 

 Address | 

Share The Event

Title Sponsors

Sponsors

Upcoming Events

PSFA Blisters for Bread in association with Lucky Star 2026

Chillie 5km/10km Race 2026

Khayelitsha 10km Road Run and 5km Fun Run 2026

Bakgat 10km 2026