Running meets Rhythm v5 Mead & Honey Festival 2026

• Silent Disco Run – Running Meets Rhythm •

GrooveMoove x Kiloeaters Running Club x Secret Sunrise Lowveld

The buzz is back with an unforgettable Silent Disco Run, bringing together the energy of the taste of warmer days and buzzing bees for an epic 5 km rhythm-powered adventure!

This time we're kicking off the Honey & Mead Festival in style as we cruise up Hermansburg Road and back, surrounded by nature, good vibes, buzzing beats, and plenty of bee-inspired fun.

Warm up. Glow up. Plug in. Turn up the volume. Let the music move your feet!

We'll start and finish at the beautiful Bardolino Artists Retreat where the festivities continue after the run.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, 1 August

Registration: From 07:45

Run Starts: 08:00 am sharp (festival starts 9 am)

Venue:

Bardolino Artists Retreat

8B Hermansburg Road, Mbombela

• What to Expect

• Live Silent Disco Experience

* DJ Tashana will be spinning uplifting beats live from the back of a bakkie.

* Celine will guide the experience with fun movement cues streamed directly to your wireless headset.

* You're in complete control of your own volume—dance, run and groove at your perfect pace!

• The Route

A vibrant *5 km out-and-back route* along Hermansburg Road, packed with music, smiles and plenty of energy and breathtaking scenery!

To keep your headset connected, simply stay within approximately *300 metres* of the music vehicle.

This is a running event, but don't stress—we'll pause roughly every kilometre to regroup, catch our breath and make sure nobody gets left behind.

• Theme: Buzzing Bees

Dress in *yellow and black* if you'd like to join the hive! Costumes, tutus, wings and creative bee-inspired outfits are highly encouraged.

•What to Bring

* Running shoes

* Water bottle

* Something warm for afterwards

* Your best energy and biggest smile

* A sense of adventure and community

•After the Run

The fun doesn't stop at the finish line!

Stick around to explore the *Honey & Mead Festival*, enjoy delicious food, browse local stalls, and celebrate a fantastic morning with friends.

Ready to Groove?

Movement. Music. Community. Fresh air. Good vibes.

Come experience the most fun you'll have running 5 km!

Lace up. Glow up. Zoom in. Let's GrooveMoove together!

Terms & Conditions

* Should the event be cancelled for any reason, participants will receive a refund of the ticket price, excluding the booking fee.

* Participation is entirely at your own risk. The organisers, sponsors and affiliates accept no responsibility for any injury, illness, death, loss or damage to persons or property arising from participation in the event.

* Strictly no walkers.

* Prams are challenging but may be accommodated.

* Recommended minimum age: 5 years