Fun runs for under 5's in UK
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- Sat 9 May
- £17
AJ Bell Mini Great Bristol Run
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? This event sees 3-8-year-olds tackle a supercharged sprint with a carnival atmosphere to get athletes off to a flying start.
- 1.5 km road running
- Sat 9 May
- £10
Something Wild Festival | 1K Kids Run
A family-friendly 1K trail run for under 8s of all abilities as part of the family-friendly weekend festival with fun, films, camping, Forest Schools, yoga and more.
- 1 km trail running
- Sat 16 May
- £9
Roadford Lake Trail Races | 1K
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.
- 1 km trail running
- Sun 17 May
- FREE-£15
Smash Sherwood | Junior Race
Taking place at Sherwood Forest, Smash Sherwood Junior Race is set to be a banger! Expect lovely trails as you experience the sights and sounds of the forest. Medal and T-shirt too!
- 1 mile trail running + 14 m ascent
- Sat 23 May
- £10
Skipton Multisport Festival | Junior U10 Run | 1km
Part of the vibrant Skipton Multisport Festival, the 1km Under 10 Junior Run lets young athletes race through Aireville Park and feel like true festival stars.
- 1 km trail running
- Sat 23 May
- £18.50
Edinburgh Marathon Festival | Kids Kilometre
One of the junior events of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival for ages 3-6 in the beautiful Holyrood Park with the fun of a medal, t-shirt and goodies at the end!
- 1 km road running
- Sat 30 May
- £22
AJ Bell Mini Great Manchester Run
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? Take on the challenge, soak up the atmosphere and discover your superpower! This event is the perfect stage for young runners aged 3-8 to shine.
- 1.6 km road running
- Sat 30 May
- £2
Lake District Running Festival | Fun Run
Join the 1-mile Fun Run for under-12s, set within the showfield. A relaxed, inclusive run where kids can be accompanied, earn a medal, and enter on the day for £2.
- 1 mile track and field
- Sat 30 May
- £9
Burrator 1K Kids Race
Kids race for children aged 3-7 at the stunning Burrator Reservoir with medals for all finishers!
- 1 km road running
- Sun 31 May
- £13-£28
Green Park Reading 10K
Thousands of runners of all abilities and ages will be welcomed to Green Park in Reading to run a traffic-free, super-flat route as part of a family-friendly event day.
- Fun run 2
- 10K run
- Sat 13 Jun
- £9
Rame Head Race | 1K Kids Race
Fun for the kids on the beautiful Mount Edgcumbe Peninsula over a traffic-free 1km route.
- 1 km trail running
- Sun 14 Jun
- FREE-£15
Challenge Chillington | Junior Race
Run for fun in the private estate and beautiful grounds of Chillington Hall with the backdrop of English bluebells and the grand house. Medal and T-shirt too!
- 1 km multi terrain running + 18 m ascent
- Sun 14 Jun
- £5-£10
Leeds Mini Run
Two junior-friendly distances, with official timing, a medal for every finisher, and free places for schools. The perfect family race day for future generations!
- 1.5 km road running
- Sun 28 Jun
- £15
- U16s FREE
South Scotland Outdoor Festival | Kids Fun Run
The kids fun run is a multi-lap format, based in the heart of the event village for optimal spectating. Runs range from 1 - 3km and are on offer for kids aged 3 - 15.
- 3 km trail running + 20 m ascent
- Sun 19 Jul
- £8
Winwick Hall Trail Races | 2K Children's Race
Come and enjoy these fully waymarked trail races plus a fun 2k children’s run, set in the scenic Winwick Hall Estate with varied terrain, hills and speedy descents.
- 2 km trail running
- Sun 26 Jul
- £8
Bright Skies Surrey Hills | 1K Kids Run
The Bright Skies 1K kids race is a thrilling daytime trail race following an undulating yomp through the Denbies Estate in the Surrey Hills.
- 1 km trail running
- Sun 2 Aug
- £5-£10
York Mini Run
A great way to get active! Open to ages 3-8 this popular local fun run is a fantastic day out for all the family, as part of the much-loved and lively York 10K.
- 1.5 km road running
- Sat 12 Sep
- £27
Mini Great North Run
Take on the 1.2km course, feel the Great North atmosphere, and discover your superpower. Run for fun, charity or a personal best at the AJ Bell Mini Great North Run.
- 1.2 km road running
- Sun 13 Sep
- FREE-£15
Defeat Delamere | Junior Race
Defeat Delamere Junior Race is set to be a banger! Experience beautiful forest landscapes and earn your medal and T-shirt too!
- 1 mile trail running + 17 m ascent
- Sun 13 Sep
- £12
Richmond RUN-FEST | Kids and Family Mile
Welcome to the WWF Richmond Kids' Mile Race. WWF has proposed a 'Wear it Wild' theme where kids are encouraged to wear an item of animal-inspired clothing on race day!
- 1 mile multi terrain running
- Sun 20 Sep
- £5-£10
Bury Mini Run
The perfect first race day moment: fun runs for ages three to fourteen, with official timing, finisher medals, and the whole family cheering you on!
- 1.5 km road running
- Sun 27 Sep
- £4
Badlesmere 10K | Kids Race
Enjoy an early autumnal run through the North Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with the Children's Fun Run. Scenic countryside, strong community atmosphere, and plenty of family fun!
- 800 m road running
- Sun 27 Sep
- £6
Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running | Wee Nessie
Have you got any ‘little monsters’ in your family who would enjoy their own piece of the action at the Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running?
- 800 m road running
- Sun 27 Sep
- £5-£10
Sheffield Mini Run
A city-centre adventure for young runners of every ability, with official timing, a finisher's medal, and memories the whole family will treasure.
- 1.5 km road running
- Sat 3 Oct
- FREE-£20
- Early bird
AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great Scottish Run
Who said grown-ups should have all the fun? Take on the challenge, soak up the atmosphere and discover your superpower! This event is the perfect stage for young runners to shine.
- Fun run 3