The Rory 2025 - Non-Competitor
For many years, climbers gathered in the Free State to celebrate the life of Rory Lowther – an iconic climber and beloved member of the Highveld scene. The Rory is more than just a comp: it’s a festival of climbing, laughter, and connection. A reminder of how short life can be, and how important it is to share good friends, good food, and good days out on rock.
This year, CityROCK is stepping in to help keep the magic alive – taking care of organisation, admin, ticket sales, and prizes; with a portion of the proceeds going to the MCSA, Lowther fund and local rebolting funds.
📍 Place: Mount Everest, Harrismith
🗓 Date: Saturday, 27 September 2025
⏰ Time: 08:00 – 15:00
Tickets & Shirts
🎟 Tickets: R100 per competitor (each participant needs their own ticket/registration) | R50 per non-competitor
👕 Shirts: R200 each (pre-orders open 1–9 September)
Tickets and shirt pre-orders go live Monday 1 September. Bookings, registration and payment will go directly through CityROCK.
Event Highlights
- Climbing Rally: Teams rushing into the mountains to climb as much as possible.
- In the true spirit of the Rory, everyone comes dressed up – with prizes up for grabs for the best dressed!
- Spectator Comps – The Burnathon (15:00–16:00): Cheer, laugh, and join in the fun.
- Prize Giving & Bring & Braai: Wrap up the day in proper Rory style.
Join us for a day that’s about more than climbing — it’s about community, memories, and celebrating the joy of being outdoors together.
If you’re purchasing your ticket after 24 September, please use the button below to view the Info Pack — we won’t be sending out any more emails as we’re hitting the road tomorrow for the Rory!