947 Ride Joburg

Ride Joburg

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Sports & AdventureJohannesburg
DatesDates TBA · Usually NovemberCheck locally before booking
DurationSpringEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceThe race takes its distance and part of its
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: ZAR
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

947 Ride Joburg in Johannesburg

947 Ride Joburg, formerly the 94.7 Cycle Challenge, is a one-day road cycling event held on the fourth weekend of October in Johannesburg. Founded in 1997 and now in its 28th edition, it is the world's second-largest timed cycle race after the Cape Argus, drawing between 20,000 and 30,000 riders over a 94.7-kilometre course.

When Johannesburg's 94.7 FM radio station backed a new one-day cycling event in 1997, organisers had no way of knowing it would grow into the second-largest timed cycle race on earth, trailing only Cape Town's own Cape Argus.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The race takes its distance and part of its name from Johannesburg's 947 radio station, one of its long-running sponsors, and closes major city roads for a single Sunday so tens of thousands of cyclists can ride a course that would otherwise be impossible to access on two wheels

02

The mystery stays covered

A companion Ride Joburg Mountain Bike Challenge, offering 30-kilometre and 55-kilometre off-road distances, runs the weekend before, and a 40-kilometre fun ride was added in 2012, giving the event three distinct formats across back-to-back weekends rather than a single race day

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The event has built its own modern tradition around Cycle Challenge Sunday

Water and renewal

Living ritual

the fixed fourth weekend of October when major Johannesburg roads close specifically for the race

The sacred route

Living ritual

a civic disruption residents have come to expect and

The local code

Living ritual

support as part of the city's sporting calendar

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually November

Getting around

For route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Johannesburg to work differently.

What to wear

Standard road cycling kit applies: padded shorts, a breathable jersey, cycling shoes and a certified helmet, which is mandatory for all riders. Johannesburg mornings in October can be cool...

Safety

At 947 Ride Joburg, respect barriers, moving equipment and marshal guidance; photos are never worth stepping into active areas.

Where to stay

Base yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if 947 Ride Joburg runs late.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

ZAR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map26.20 S, 28.04 EOpen in Google Maps

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Nearest airportJNB — O.R. Tambo
TransportFor route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Johannesburg to work differently.
Stay areaBase yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if 947 Ride Joburg runs late.

Your Trip Starts Here

External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Johannesburg via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Johannesburg, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for November.Compare faresFestival gearStandard road cycling kit applies: padded shorts, a breathable jersey, cycling shoes and a certified helmet, which is mandatory for all riders. Johannesburg mornings in October can be cool at the start and warm by midday, so many riders layer a light jacket they can remove and stow during the ride.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for South Africa and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is 947 Ride Joburg?

947 Ride Joburg is listed for November · Spring. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does 947 Ride Joburg take place?

The festival is listed in Johannesburg, South Africa. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Spring is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLridejoburg.co.za
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually November
Source statusOfficial source linked
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