Fun runs in UK
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- Sun 1 Feb
- £7
Bedgebury Forest Junior Race
A superb and stunning race using the trails that twist and turn beneath the majestic forest canopy of Bedgebury National Forest. With a brand new junior race offering, it's one for the family too!
- 2 km trail running + 128 ft ascent
- Sun 1 Feb
- £12
ATW Watford Family Fun Run
This popular event has a strong history within the running community and has been taking place for over 40 years. Join a day of running, community spirit and exciting experiences!
- 1.8 km road running
- Sun 8 Feb
- £7
Wokingham 5K & 10K & Kids Fun Run | Kids Fun Run 2K
A flat, multi-terrain course with gorgeous lake views and wildlife to spot enroute with amazingly friendly and supportive marshals to keep you smiling.
- 2 km multi terrain running
- Sun 15 Feb
- £16-£29
Smurf Run | North
Come and join in Smurf Run, who doesn't love those little blue characters and therefore a medal reflecting how adorable they are!
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 28 Feb
- £14
ALTRA Brighton Half Marathon | Youth Races
The event gives youngsters of all abilities a unique opportunity to experience the buzz of a big race day with a 1-mile run along Hove Promenade, as part of the Brighton Half Marathon.
- 1 mile road running
- Sun 1 Mar
- £9.99
Jones o Gymru Anglesey Dragons Dash
Returning for 2026, the hugely popular Dragon’s Dash/Ras y Ddraig junior race welcomes over 200 young runners, The event now takes place at the Anglesey Showground, right in the heart of Anglesey.
- 1.3 miles road running
- Sun 1 Mar
- £7.50
Taunton Half Marathon | Kids Kilometre Fun Run
A brand new fun run part of the highly anticipated Taunton Half Marathon for the running community with the theatre of a traffic-free, town centre start and finish for that great race-day buzz!
- 1 km road running
- Fri 13 - Sat 14 Mar
- £26
Supernova Run Kelpies 5K
Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the home of two 30-metre high horses.
- 5K run 2
- Sun 15 Mar
- £7
Sherwood Pines Junior Run
Taking place on the trails and paths around Sherwood and fully marshalled with medals for all finishers and raucous cheers over the finish line to inspire younger runners in a wonderful environment.
- 1.3 km trail running + 49 ft ascent
- Sun 22 Mar
- £7
Hastings Half Marathon | Claremont Mini Run
The highlight of race day! The mini run takes place after the main half marathon has started and junior finishers receive a medal at the finish!
- 2.5 km road running
- Sun 29 Mar
- £12.50-£15
Mini Kilomathon Scotland
The 2.62K Mini Kilomathon is a fun race and a fantastic opportunity for young runners to step out on their own, and be part of an exciting race experience, with the added bonus of a grandstand finish!
- 2.62 km road running
- Sun 5 Apr
- £7
Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge | Junior Run
Treat yourself to these Easter races around the beautiful Chasewater Reservoir! With a range of races on offer, there's something for everyone!
- 0.6 km multi terrain running
- Mon 6 Apr
- £7-£27
London Easter 10K
Take to the tarmac and join us in London's beautiful Regent's Park for a spectacular Easter celebration race that never fails to disappoint! Did we mention that you get to race past London Zoo...?
- Fun run 2
- 10K run
- Mon 6 Apr
- FREE
ATW Stevenage Spring 400M Childrens Fun Run
A free 400m Children’s Fun Run will take place on the running track 30 mins before the half-marathon start - no need to book, just turn up. Parents are welcome to run with their kids and warm up!
- 400 m track and field
- Sun 12 Apr
- £8
ATW Mallory Park Runs | Fun Run
Gear up for an adrenaline-packed running experience like no other at Mallory Park Motor Racing Circuit with distances suited to every runner’s goals, featuring this inclusive fun run!
- 1.25 km road running + 36 ft ascent
- Sun 19 Apr
- FREE
Cambridge Biomedical Childrens 1 Mile Fun Run
Run, walk or cheer on family at this traffic-free campus event, with a fun run to support local charities and welcoming all ages.
- 1 mile road running
- Sat 2 May
- £17
AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great Birmingham Run
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? These events see the younger Brummie runners tackle a supercharged run in the city centre with a carnival atmosphere to get athletes off to a flying start.
- Fun run 2
- Sat 2 - Mon 4 May
- £7-£75
Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend
Be part of the action! The Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend returns for it’s 15th year in 2026. This unique sell-out Bank Holiday weekend event has something for everyone.
- 10 miler 2
- 10K run
- Marathon 2
- Fun run 6
- Multi-terrain run
- Sun 3 May
- £8
Worthing RUNFEST | Family Mile
A totally flat mile course for all the family including buggies, prams and four-legged friends with chip timing and a super medal!
- 1 mile road running
- Mon 4 May
- £16-£27
Bank Holiday Madness May
This Bank Holiday event is run 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.
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Mon 4 May
- £12
MK Marathon Weekend | Superhero Fun Run
A fantastic event for runners (or walkers) of all ages and abilities. Experience what being a superhero is all about as you cross the finish line cheered by thousands of admiring spectators!
- 1 mile road running
- Fri 8 - Mon 11 May
- £10-£80
Something Wild Festival
A family-friendly trail running festival for all ages and abilities with Devon's best trail routes at its heart - plus sea swims, swimruns, guided runs, yoga, music, speakers, local food and camping!
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sea swim
- + 7 more races
- Fri 8 May
- £7
Rye Summer 10K & 5K Series | Race One | Junior Run
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.
- 1 km road running
- Sat 9 May
- £17
AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great Bristol Run
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? These events see younger Bristol runners tackle a supercharged sprint with a carnival atmosphere to get athletes off to a flying start.
- Fun run 2
- Sat 16 May
- £9-£28
Roadford Lake Trail Races
By popular demand, a selection of trail races has been added to the multi-sports weekend at the scenic Roadford Lake, with an inclusive and encouraging atmosphere, and lakeside camping.
- Fun run 2
- 5K run
- CaniCross 2
- 10K run
- Half marathon