Prepare for a Camperdown make-over as the iconic #NedbankGreenMile transforms the grey and dusty streets into a road running celebration on Comrades Day, 31 May.

Nedbank has been a proud major co-sponsor of the "world's ultimate human race" since 2002 bringing fun and flair to the only official spectator point along the route in a grand, enormously entertaining, eco-friendly Green Mile withan electrifying parade of colourful characters, carnival-style floats and more.

Aptly themed ‘Comrades Carnival’ in celebration of the 90th Marathon, the 2015 #NedbankGreenMile is the only official spectator point along the up-run’s 87-km route.

From humble beginnings as a water spot 34 years ago, the #NedbankGreenMile has evolved into an unforgettable, award-winning, inspirational, family-friendly zone where everyone can be part of the Comrades Experience.

Kids and the young at heart will delight in an action-packed Kids Fun Zone, while runners’ supporters will also be able to keep up with the race action from the large grandstand, which will be home to a large screen TV airing live footage and race commentary throughout the day.

A troupe of acrobats, jugglers, stilt walkers, giant puppets, Cancan and Salsa dancers will be parading through the mile-long spectator zone throughout the day, dazzling all in their wake, while local marimba, steel drum and marching bands set the carnival beat.

There’ll also be DJs; flamboyant floats; a ‘kissing’ booth; shoot the hoop recycle bins; and a secure kids zone with a jumping castle, face painting, arts and crafts and puppets; plus many more surprises. In Nedbank’s commitment to supporting the local community, all proceeds from food and beverage sales along the #NedbankGreenMile will go to local schools, charities and churches.

There will also be an interactive recycling programme in place throughout the spectator zone. So ignite your imagination, dress the part and come be part of the Comrades Carnival at this year’s #NedbankGreenMile, which will be open from 08h00 – 14h30 on race day, with free entry.  An easy access car park next to the N3 / race route with parking directional signage will be provided.

#NedbankGreenMile event details:

Date: 31 May 2015

Time: 8h00 to 14h30

Entry cost: Free

GPS co-ordinates: S 29º 43’ 38.28”, E 30º 32’ 25.44