POWER UP GAMES: WHERE MOVEMENT, COMMUNITY AND PURPOSE COME TOGETHER

Power Up Games is more than a sporting event. It is an energetic celebration of movement, connection and community impact, designed for people who want to get active, have fun and contribute to something meaningful.

The 2026 edition took place on 25 April at Ruimsig Stadium in Johannesburg, bringing together runners, families, fitness enthusiasts and community members for a full day of activities and entertainment.

Something for Every Fitness Level

Power Up Games makes movement accessible. Participants do not need to be professional athletes or experienced runners to join the experience.

The event offered two main routes:

• A 5 km fun run that participants could run, jog or walk

• An 8 km Power Run for those looking for a greater challenge

The programme began with gates opening at 06:00, followed by the 8 km Power Run at 07:00 and the 5 km Fun Run at 07:30. Track events, games and challenges continued throughout the day, alongside stage entertainment and family-friendly activities. Power Up Games event information

You Won’t Be Alone

The Main Stage has some familiar faces, come and meet them!

From 10:00 to 14:00, visitors can enjoy fitness demonstrations, beauty showcases, music, dance and exciting prize giveaways. It is the perfect opportunity to connect with well-known personalities, discover something new and share in the energy of the day.

Whether you are joining a fitness demonstration, taking in a beauty showcase, dancing to the music or hoping to win a prize, the Main Stage will keep the atmosphere going long after the morning runs.

More Than Running

Although running formed a central part of the event, Power Up Games was created as a broader lifestyle experience.

Visitors could enjoy competitive games, physical challenges, food markets, relaxation areas and live entertainment. This combination gave participants the freedom to create their own experience, whether that meant chasing a personal fitness goal, spending time with family or simply enjoying the atmosphere.

It is this balance of activity and entertainment that makes the concept welcoming. You can arrive ready to compete, come along to support someone else or participate at your own pace.

Movement With a Meaningful Purpose

One of the most important aspects of Power Up Games is its connection to community upliftment.

Part of the event proceeds supports Native Child’s corporate social investment initiatives. These programmes provide learners in township schools with resources such as school uniforms, tablets and books, while also supporting empowerment projects.

Every ticket and every participant therefore contributes to a purpose beyond the event itself. By moving, playing and taking part, attendees help create educational opportunities for young people. Learn about the event’s community impact

Bringing People Together

Fitness events have a special ability to connect people. The starting line brings together individuals of different ages, backgrounds and fitness levels, all sharing the same sense of anticipation.

Power Up Games builds on that spirit by creating space for competition without losing the joy of participation. The emphasis is not only on finishing first. It is also about showing up, challenging yourself, laughing with friends and sharing an experience with the wider community.

For families, it offers an active day out. For runners, it provides a new goal. For brands and community partners, it creates an opportunity to support wellness and social impact in a visible, engaging way.

The Power of Play

Exercise can sometimes feel intimidating or overly serious. Power Up Games offers a different perspective: movement can be playful, social and rewarding.

Games and challenges encourage participants to try something new, while entertainment and relaxation zones give everyone time to recharge. This makes wellness feel less like an obligation and more like a shared celebration.

That approach matters. When people associate movement with enjoyment and belonging, they are more likely to make it part of their everyday lives.

A Movement Worth Following

Power Up Games demonstrates what can happen when fitness, entertainment and social responsibility come together. It creates an environment where people can challenge themselves while helping to power a brighter future for others.

Whether you are a dedicated runner, a casual walker, a fitness enthusiast or someone looking for a memorable community experience, Power Up Games offers a compelling reason to get involved.

Visit Power Up Games for event information and future announcements.

Move. Laugh. Connect, and let your fun help fuel someone else’s future.