5K runs in East Midlands
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- Sat 22 Nov
- £30
Derby MoRun | 5K
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready for the 5K, Derby!
- Chip timing
- Enter online
- Flat
- Traffic free
- All ages
- 5 km road running + 32 m ascent
- Sun 23 Nov
- £22
Sherwood Christmas 5K
Celebrate Christmas at Sherwood Forest with this dazzling and festive 5K race, perfect for the whole family!
- Chip timing
- Enter online
- Undulating
- Traffic free
- Age 11 & over
- 5 km multi terrain running
- Sun 30 Nov
- £8.50
Boston Santa Run | 5K
Festive cheer for runners and walkers alike featuring reusable plush Santa Hats, fabulous medals, goody bags and delicious mince pies at the finish! A true community event supporting local causes.
- Enter online
- Flat
- Age 11 & over
- 5 km road running + 6 m ascent
- Sun 14 Dec
- £20
Salcey Forest Christmas 5K
Watch out Dasher, Comet and Blitzen! It's time to fly around the beautiful Salcey Forest trails. Come for the seasonal atmosphere, the festive cheer and finish-line medals!
- Enter online
- Flat
- Traffic free
- Age 11 & over
- 5 km multi terrain running + 180 ft ascent
- Sun 21 Dec
- £18-£20
ATW Nottingham Holme Run | 5K
Organised by ATW Events, this fantastic, traffic-free 5K takes place at the scenic National Water Sports Centre in Nottingham, offering a perfect setting for runners of all abilities.
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- Enter online
- Flat
- PB
- Traffic free
- Age 11 & over
- 5 km road running + 16 ft ascent
- Sun 4 Jan 2026
- £19
Oundle New Year 5K
Kick start your New Year resolutions with this popular New Year race which is returning to the historic town of Oundle! Enjoy the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside and the crisp winter air.
- Enter online
- Undulating
- Age 11 & over
- 5 km road running + 223 ft ascent
- Sun 18 Jan 2026
- £21
Sherwood New Year 5K
Get ready, set... and race! Get your New Year off to a flying start with a wonderful forest run to celebrate the arrival of a happy and healthy New Year.
- Chip timing
- Enter online
- Undulating
- Traffic free
- Age 11 & over
- 5 km trail running + 177 ft ascent
- Sun 18 Jan 2026
- £22-£24
ATW Mallory Park Winter Run 5K
Gear up for an adrenaline-packed winter running experience like no other at Mallory Park Motor Racing Circuit!
- Chip timing
- Enter online
- Age 11 & over
- 5 km road running + 36 ft ascent
- Sun 1 Mar 2026
- £16
Oundle 5K
Get involved in the historic market town of Oundle for the return of the 5K event on gently undulating roads around pretty Northamptonshire villages.
- Enter online
- Undulating
- PB
- Age 11 & over
- 5 km road running + 223 ft ascent
- Sun 8 Mar 2026
- £20-£22
ATW Nottingham Holme Run | 5K
Join this fantastic experience on a completely flat course – perfect for achieving your personal best over a certified, accurate route, with free race photo, custom medal and friendly support!
- Enter online
- Flat
- PB
- Traffic free
- Age 11 & over
- 5 km road running + 7 ft ascent
- Sun 19 Jul 2026
- £12-£50
Revesby Running Festival
Runs with unparalleled scenery making them some of the most picturesque events in the area, on a private estate. 5K, 10K, half marathon or a totally unique running challenge 'Challenge The Estate'.
- Families
- Newcomers
- Event village
- Park
- Rural
- Age 12 & over
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Multi-terrain run
- Sun 30 Nov
Stanwick Lakes Run Series - Winter/Santa Run | 5K
- 5 km road running
- Sun 14 Dec
Christmas Day for Runners | Great Sprout Scuttle 5K
- 5 km trail running
- Sat 21 Feb 2026
The Nottingham 5K, 10K and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run | 5K
- 5 km road running + 17 m ascent
- Sun 12 Apr 2026
ATW Mallory Park Runs | 5K
- 5 km road running + 144 ft ascent