5K runs in UK in August 2026
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- Sun 2 Aug
- £26
The Rocky Horror Picture Show | 5K
It's just a jump to the left... come and join one of the funniest days out in Shropshire: fast 5K times, fancy dress, and a lot of laughs and support.
- 5 km road running
- Thu 6 Aug
- £10-£12
Rodley - Rock up n' Run | 5K
Come and join in at Rodley for this brilliant pop-up Summer Series. Jumble medal, beer or soft drink and sweetie bag for all runners.
- 5 km trail running
- Fri 7 Aug
- £20-£22
ATW Colchester Friday Night Runs | 5K Road Race | Incorporating Essex 5K Champs
Race under the lights at a fast, friendly Friday night 5K, featuring the Essex 5K County Championships and a buzzing summer atmosphere with great support.
- 5 km road running
- Fri 7 Aug
- £16
Rye Summer 10K & 5K Series | Race Four | 5K
Enjoy every spellbinding step through the stunning landscape of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve in this exceptional summer series. Enter one or enter more and watch your times improve.
- 5 km road running + 42 ft ascent
- Sun 9 Aug
- £15-£27
Great British Bake Run | 5K
Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake 5K Run is back for another year! The medal is a fantastic cupcake which doubles up as a magnet to go on your fridge!
- 5 km road running
- Sun 9 Aug
- £20-£25
Durty Trail Weekender | 5K Durty Dash
Perfect for beginners or families looking for a taste of trail running amidst Bowhill’s forest paths. A friendly 5K that builds confidence and sparks adventure.
- 5 km trail running + 135 m ascent
- Thu 13 Aug
- £10-£12
Slawit-Rock up n' Run | 5K
Come and join in at Slaithwaite (Slawit) for this brilliant pop-up Summer Series 5K. Jumble medal, beer or soft drink and sweetie bag for all runners.
- 5 km trail running + 89 ft ascent
- Fri 14 Aug
- £15-£27
Midweek Chasing Numbers Aug | 5K
The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.
- 5 km trail running
- Sat 15 Aug
- £15-£27
I'm Not Throwing Away My Shot Run | 5K
If you're a fan of the musical Hamilton, then this is the run for you! This is an amazing Hamilton-inspired event with an incredible themed medal too.
- 5 km trail running
- Thu 20 Aug
- £10-£12
Bingley-Rock up n' Run | 5K
Come and join in at Bingley for this brilliant pop-up Summer Series 5K. Jumble medal, beer or soft drink and sweetie bag for all runners.
- 5 km trail running + 98 ft ascent
- Fri 21 Aug
- £15-£27
Midweek Medal Madness Run August | 5K
The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.
- 5 km trail running
- Sat 22 Aug
- £27-£29
The Lucky Clover | 5K
Your race, your pace, your distance! 5K runners will explore the Goldling Hills route which is on road and receive a special bespoke medal too.
- 5 km road running
- Sat 22 Aug
- £14-£26
Great British Bake Run | Wales | 5K
Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake Run is back for another year with a totally unique baking competition with prizes on the day too!
- 5 km road running
- Thu 27 Aug
- £10-£12
Kirkstall Rock up n' Run | 5K
Come and join in at Kirkstall for this brilliant pop-up Summer Series 5K. Jumble medal, beer or soft drink and sweetie bag for all runners.
- 5 km trail running + 56 ft ascent
- Fri 28 Aug
- £12-£25
Wimbleball Lake Trail Races
Great trails with a small section of tarmac as you run over the dam. Both distances feature scenic off-road trails and lake views, with camping and a full festival weekend of races.
- 5K run
- CaniCross 2
- 10K run
- Sun 30 Aug
- £15-£27
GNR & Time Turner | Durham | 5K
Whether you're looking to get some miles under your belt before The Great North Run or you just fancy a run along the beautiful River Wear, then this is the 5K event for you!
- 5 km trail running
- Sat 1 Aug
- £30-£35
Great Barrow Challenge | Day 10 | 5K
- 5 km trail running + 558 ft ascent
- Sun 2 Aug
- £15-£17
Darlington 10K, 5K, Junior 3K and Family Fun Run | 5K
- 5 km road running
- Sat 8 Aug
- £10-£25
The Maverick Ochil Hills Trail | Short - 5K
- 5 km trail running + 161 m ascent