Parkrun
2025-10-18 07:00 - 09:00, 2025-10-25 07:00 - 09:00, 2025-11-01 07:00 - 09:00, 2025-11-08 07:00 - 09:00, 2025-11-15 07:00 - 09:00, 2025-11-22 07:00 - 09:00, 2025-11-29 07:00 - 09:00, 2025-12-06 07:00 - 09:00 UTC and 6 more dates | Holla Trails, Sugar Rush, Esenembe Road, kwazulu natal, South Africa
What is Ballito parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday at 7:00am.
Where is it?
The event takes place at Sugar Rush Park, X1 Esenembe Road, Compensation, Ballito, 4390. See Course page for more details.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing – it’s free! but please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don’t forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won’t get a time.
How fast do I have to be?
We all take part for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!
Ballito parkrun needs you!
It is entirely organised by volunteers – email ballito@parkrun.com to help.
We’re friendly!
Every week we grab a post parkrun coffee in the Food Fundi restaurant – please come and join us!

Secret Sunrise Puppy Yoga
2025-10-19 06:30 - 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Sugar Rush
Bookings

Halloween @ Sugar Rush
2025-10-24 17:30 - 20:30 (Europe/Helsinki) | Sugar Rush
🎃👻 Halloween at Sugar Rush Park 👻🎃
📅 24 October | ⏰ 5:30–8:30pm | 💸 Pay on the day
Get ready for a night of thrills, chills, and spooky fun for the whole family!
🪞 Trick or Treat – Creepy corners, buckets of sweets, and maybe a jump scare or two…
🧛‍♀️ Best Dressed & Prizes – Bring your spookiest, kookiest, or creepiest costume!
🌲 Spooky Forest Walk – Dare to enter… screams and frights await! (Don’t forget your lantern or head torch 🔦)
🚂 Spooky Train Rides – All aboard the haunted express!
🧪 Spooky Slime – Gooey, gross, and oh-so-fun to make!
🕸️ Spooky Play Area – Games and giggles with a Halloween twist.
🍴 Restaurant Open – Refuel with treats (no tricks, promise!).
Join us… if you dare! 👀🦇
Contact: info@sugarrush.co.za

Tails & Trails
2025-11-09 06:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Holla Trails, Sugar Rush, Esenembe Road, kwazulu natal, South Africa
Tails & Trails Community Dog Walk in Ballito at Holla Trails
In partnership with Safe Foster Network and Secret Sunrise Durban
Bring your dogs, friends, and family for a fun-filled community morning at Sugar Rush Park, Ballito!
Times:
Puppy Yoga with Safe Foster pups: 6:00 – 7:00 AM (For the early birds)
Ticket sales at the door open: 7:30 AM
5KM Walk: 8:30 AM
2KM Walk: 9:00 AM
Tickets:
Available online, with limited tickets also available at the door
Each dog will receive one goodie bag (to be collected on arrival)
Important Info:
• All dogs must be on leashes
• Dogs must be friendly and social
• Goodie bags and more event details will be announced closer to the time — keep an eye on our social pages!
Donations:
We encourage participants to bring along donations to support the Safe Foster Network, such as gently loved, good condition second hand or new toys, beds and blankets.
You may also bring pre-loved running shoes or clothing, which will be donated to the community through Gym Dog Activewear.
All proceeds from ticket sales will go towards supporting the Safe Foster Network.
Let’s walk, connect, and make a difference together!
Book your tickets now

Paint for a Cause — Help Support Ndlondlo Reptile Park!
2025-12-06 16:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Ndlondlo Reptile Park, South Africa
This December, we’re rallying behind the incredible team at Ndlondlo Reptile Park, a small but mighty conservation and rehabilitation facility doing vital work for our local wildlife. As snake activity increases with the warmer months, so do the unpaid call-outs to rural areas — rescuing and safely relocating snakes, often at great cost to the team. These rescues lead to rising vet bills, longer rehabilitation periods, and the urgent need to build more enclosures to house recovering reptiles.

The team also dreams of upgrading the park’s facilities, adding greenery and planter boxes to create a more welcoming, educational space for visitors — one that reflects the heart and passion behind their work.

You can help! Join us for a special Sip & Paint Tote Bag Fundraiser in collaboration with Madame Butterfly:
Friday, 6 December | 4pm
Sugar Rush Park
R500 per person – includes all supplies, a welcome drink, and snacks.

After covering costs, the profit from every ticket sold goes directly towards supporting rehabilitation, rescue efforts, and upgrades that will make a lasting difference.

Come paint for a purpose and support the incredible humans who dedicate their lives to protecting and caring for these misunderstood creatures.

Bookings: 073 063 9385

Holiday Inflatable Park!
2025-12-15 10:00 - 2025-12-31 15:00, 2025-12-16 10:00 - 2026-01-01 15:00, 2025-12-17 10:00 - 2026-01-02 15:00, 2025-12-18 10:00 - 2026-01-03 15:00, 2025-12-19 10:00 - 2026-01-04 15:00, 2025-12-20 10:00 - 2026-01-05 15:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Sugar Rush
Inflatables Park is BACK, now with a brand-new Toddler Zone!

15 December 2025 – 4 January 2026
Closed: 24th, 25th, 31st Dec & 1st Jan.
10am – 3pm daily (weather dependent)
Sugar Rush Park
Pricing:
• R120 – Full Day
• R80 – Half Day (after 12pm)
• R50 – Kids under 3
Booking: Pay on the day (no pre-booking required).

Jump, slide and splash into the holidays with us! The Inflatables Park is making its festive comeback, now with an exciting new Toddler Zone for the smallest bouncers. Bring the whole family for some holiday fun!

Please remember: no outside food or drinks are allowed in the park. Moms, feel free to bring along a comfy blanket to sit on while the kids play. Delicious food and drinks are available from @Food.fundi and @smaquestack_official.

The Sugar Market Farmers Edition
2025-12-16 10:00 - 14:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Sugar Rush
Join us on 16 December for the special Christmas Edition of The Sugar Market, a festive celebration of local talent, handmade treats and holiday cheer. Set in the heart of Sugar Rush Park, this Christmas market brings together our favourite bakers, growers and makers with beautifully crafted gifts, seasonal goodies, fresh produce and artisanal delights. From festive bakes and handmade décor to unique stocking fillers and locally made treats, it is the perfect place to finish your Christmas shopping and enjoy a joyful day out with the family.

Santa is coming to the park!
2025-12-19 11:30 - 2025-12-23 13:00, 2025-12-20 11:30 - 2025-12-24 13:00, 2025-12-21 11:30 - 2025-12-25 13:00, 2025-12-22 11:30 - 2025-12-26 13:00, 2025-12-23 11:30 - 2025-12-27 13:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Sugar Rush
Santa Slides with the Kids!
Get ready for giggles, sweeties, and slippery Christmas magic! From 19–23 December, Santa is swapping his sleigh for the slides and joining the fun at the Inflatables Park!

11:30am – 1:00pm daily (weather permitting)
Inflatables Park

Expect:
Santa zooming down the slides with the kids
Sweet treats for everyone
Plenty of photo moments as he wanders around the park spreading cheer (So Mom’s, get your cameras ready!)

It’s the perfect festive outing and a memory-maker for the whole family!

Booking: Included with Inflatables Park entry fee.
