calendar_today 29 May, 2026 – 31 May, 2026
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sell $25.00 – $385.00
The Mountain Ultra Trail (MUT) by UTMB is a premier trail running festival located in the garden city of George, along South Africa’s east coast. Scheduled for May 29–31, 2026, the event takes place in the Outeniqua Mountains, a region celebrated for its immense biodiversity and technical mountain trails. The course traverses the unique Fynbos floral kingdom and indigenous forests, offering expansive views of the Indian Ocean and the Karoo.
| Event Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Race Dates | May 29 - 31, 2026 |
| Location | George, South Africa |
| Maximum Elevation | 1,578 meters above sea level |
| Terrain | Mountain peaks, verdant valleys, and fynbos trails |
| Series Status | UTMB World Series Event |
Event Logistics and Participant Information:
The MUT by UTMB 2026 provides a world-class platform for trail runners to experience the rugged beauty of the Western Cape while competing in a globally recognized endurance series.
May 29, 2026
Distance — 163K
Type — Running
12:00
$385.00
May 30, 2026
Distance — 100K
Type — Running
05:00
$320.00
May 30, 2026
Distance — 58K
Type — Running
06:30
$235.00
May 30, 2026
Distance — 44K
Type — Running
08:00
$140.00
May 31, 2026
Distance — 25K
Type — Running
08:00
$60.00
May 31, 2026
Distance — 11K
Type — Running
09:00
$25.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in George.
Learn more about the host city, George.
George is in the Western Cape Province in South Africa. It is the main gateway to the beautiful Garden Route.
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