Polish your iron steeds and get the motors running, the 41st annual Toy Run is drawing near with organisers hoping to collect a mountain of toys.
Teaming up with the Lions Club South Africa as well as the Round Table, this is your chance to bring a smile to a child in need this festive season.
For the 13th consecutive year, thousands of bikers, as well as the public, will be welcomed to the Benoni Northerns Sport Club with Northmead’s Pete Beart, organiser and chairperson of the trust, ensuring that the event is a roaring success.
To gain entry to one of the city’s most anticipated calendar events, grab the family, some toys and head on over to the venue on November 26, with mass rides expected to arrive from 09:30.
With live bands such as Tryst and Back Bone already booked and craft and food vendors securing their spots, the day promises to be fun for young and old.
If you are considering donating a toy to the cause, Pete says that although a towering teddy may look impressive on the back of a bike, careful consideration should be given to the donations’ practicality as well as how many children may benefit from it.
“I urge participants to consider putting their money to better use,” he said.
“A variety of smaller toys goes a long way and could be better suited to gift to a group of children. We are always happy to receive educational material, sports equipment and some pamper products for our teenage recipients.”
With 20 000 riders expected to take part in this year’s event, Pete stated that riders are not required to be affiliated with any clubs, but are requested to meet at one of the four designated starting points to take part in the mass marshalled ride.
“The safety of our riders is of the utmost importance. It is advised to follow the designated routes where measures will be put into place to ensure that the mass rides are given right of way,” said Pete.
“Families and friends of riders are urged to make their way directly to the venue for the mass rides to consist only of motorcycles.”
The public is invited to witness the arrival of the riders from 09:30 and thereafter to enjoy the festivities.
Non-riding attendees are welcome to donate toys.
Mass rides will leave the following locations at 09:00:
• Irene Village Mall
• The Blockhouse
• Carnival City
• Silverstar Casino
For more information, to make a donation to the running costs or to sign up as a volunteer visit www.toyrun.org.za or follow them on Facebook at Toy Run Gauteng.
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