THE 96th Nelson Mandela Bay River Mile is set to take centre stage of the Nelson Mandela Bay swimming scene at the scenic Sundays River on Saturday and Sunday, February 22 and 23.
“There will be no fewer than seven events to choose from, including four swim disciplines, the Gravity Kids Across the River races and the Vodacom 5km Family Fun Run.
“Added to these events, there will be a variety of arts and crafts, food vendors and a Bridge Street Brewery Beer Garden,” said Zsports Events NPC marketing manager, Niel du Preez.
“There will also be a large screen showcasing the results, our event sponsors and any other company wishing to advertise over the weekend.”
Once again the event will be giving away R10 000 to the school with the most entries over the weekend.
Last year Collegiate Girls’ High won this incentive with 26 entrants.
In addition to the schools’ competition, there will also be plenty of promotional and lucky draw prizes on offer at the River Mile.
The River Mile festival area also offers the perfect opportunity for the entire family to come out and enjoy the beautiful and vibrant setting.
This iconic event will get underway with one eye on the 100th edition taking place in 2024.
Saturday morning will see a 09:00 start with the Vodacom 5km Family Fun Run followed by a local interschools events morning for four of the local schools.
Thereafter the BluSmooth Wetsuit Mile will take place at 14:00 followed by the Family Half Mile at 15:00 and a great lucky draw prizes giving ceremony on the Vodacom stage.
Sunday morning will see the Gravity Kids Across the River races, for children aged 12 years and under, starting at 11:00 and sponsored by Gravity Indoor Trampoline Park The Oracle Media Disabled Mile kicks off at 12:00 followed by the iconic Ladies and Men’s Mile at 13:30 and 14:30 respectively.
For more information on the 96th River Mile, visit www.zsports.co.za or contact the Zsports office at 041 484 7860.
