WannaDo Events

15/06/2026

Most races ask how fast you can run.

The Van Gaalen Backyard Ultra asks a different question: How many laps can you do?

Runners complete a 6.706km loop every hour, on the hour. Finish the loop within the hour and you earn your place on the next lap. Miss the cut off and you're out. .

Simple format.
Brutal reality.

The race continues until only one runner remains.

📅 1 August 2026
📍 Van Gaalen Cheese Farm
🏃 6.706km every hour

This isn't about pace or distance. This race puts your endurance, strategy and mental toughness to the test.

Get your tickets here: https://entrytickets.net/bburace2/enter

Venue directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/M4xeoEhZjJvTLK3PA

12/06/2026

Let's talk about the one question everyone asks in this cold...
"Surely wetsuits are allowed?"

Nope.
Not at the Polar Bear Swim.

On 21 June, swimmers will take on the water exactly as intended. No wetsuits. No shortcuts. Just you, the water and a lot of courage.

The shortest day of the year paired with cold water will be ensuring a challenge you'll be talking about long after winter is over.

The real question is: Could you do it?

Tell us in the comments:
👍 Absolutely
🥶 Not a chance

If you're ready to test yourself, entries are now open.
Get your tickets here: https://entrytickets.net/polarbearswim/enter

Venue directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/btBxx1cbujUgoVCQ8

11/06/2026

You asked. We listened.

The Brooks Cradle Cracker is incredibly popular this year, and after receiving numerous requests from runners who missed out, we've released an additional 200 entries.

Choose from the 5km, 10km, 15km, 21km or the challenging 28km route.

📅 28 June 2026
📍 Jodev Farmstall
🏃 5km | 10km | 15km | 21km | 28km

Once these additional entries are gone, they're gone, so get yours!
Grab your tickets here: https://entrytickets.net/cradlecrackerrun/enter

Venue directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/R7kFBvFZ4nMJdVbG9

10/06/2026

Think you know your beer? Prove it!

Beat The Brewer is back and we're putting your taste buds to the test.
The challenge is simple:
🏃 Run 5km
🍺 Taste 4 beers + 1 at the Finish
🏆 Beat the Brewer

Sounds easy enough... until you need to indentify the beers correctly after tackling the course.

📅 25 June 2026
📍 Randpark Golf Club
⏰ 18H00
🎟 R250 per person

We all have our “go-to”, but can you pick it out blind?

Entries are now open.
Book your spot here: https://entrytickets.net/beatthebrewer/enter

Venue directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FWizA58HGfCcJTLj8

08/06/2026

Winter is coming. Are you in?

The Polar Bear Swim returns on 21 June 2026 at Ebotse Golf & Country Estate, bringing together brave swimmers, adventurous families and those looking for a challenge unlike any other.

Choose your distance:
🏊 250m
🏊 500m
🏊 1000m
🏊 1500m

Your entry includes:
✔ Finisher magnetic medal
✔ Warm veggie soup after your swim
✔ A memorable winter experience

📅 21 June 2026
📍 Ebotse Golf & Country Estate, Benoni
⏰ Starting from 09H00

Ready to take the plunge?
Get your tickets here: https://entrytickets.net/polarbearswim/enter

Venue directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/btBxx1cbujUgoVCQ8

05/06/2026

Cold water, craft beer and memorable roads, June is not the month to stay home.

We've got an event with your name on it.

📍 Polar Bear Swim | 21 June
Take the plunge on the shortest day of the year. No wetsuits. No excuses. Just icy water and bragging rights.
Get your tickets here: https://entrytickets.net/polarbearswim/enter

📍 Beat The Brewer | 25 June
A fun run with a beer twist. Because sometimes the finish line should come with a reward.
Book your spot here: https://entrytickets.net/beatthebrewer/enter

📍 Brooks Cradle Cracker | 28 June
A challenging road race through the beautiful Cradle of Humankind with distances from 5km to 28km. Perfect for your next adventure.
Grab your tickets here: https://entrytickets.net/cradlecrackerrun/enter

Three events with three completely different experiences and one month to make some memories.

Visit www.wannado.co.za for all upcoming races.

03/06/2026

Van Gaalen Backyard Ultra
Simple format. Brutal reality. Endless respect for those who show up.

𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐫. 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭.

The Van Gaalen Backyard Ultra returns on 1 August for a challenge that is as simple as it is relentless: complete a loop every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains.

The challenge isn't running a lap. It's deciding to run the next one.

📅 1 August 09H00
📍 Van Gaalen Cheese Farm
🎟 https://entrytickets.net/bburace2
The Backyard Ultra is where endurance athletes heart-is.

01/06/2026

Think you know your beer? Prove it.

Randpark Golf Club
Thursday 25th June
R250 per person

5KM - 4 Beers - 1 Winner

www.wannado.co.za/beat-the-brewer

30/05/2026