Sun 17 May 2026 London

Hackney Half

Dash through 13.1 miles of East London, with vibrant street art, live music, and unbeatable crowd support cheering you on every step of the way. Think handmade banners, high fives, and fun!

Sign up for £20-£30

  • Sun 17 May 2026
Hackney Marshes, London
Hackney Half

09:00

Age 17 & over

£20-£30

  • 13.1 miles road running

Event overview

One of the highlights of London's running calendar where culture and movement collide! This festival weekend, featuring the popular Hackney Half Marathon, returns to the Marshes in springtime.

This event is part of HOKA Hackney Moves.

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event expo
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Fancy dress
  • Free venue entry
  • Spectators
  • Teams
  • Traders at event
  • Venue accessible

Route

  • Cut off time
  • Distance markers
  • Entertainment
  • First aid
  • Food stations
  • Headphones allowed
  • Marshals
  • Navigation not required
  • PB
  • Sweeper
  • Toilets
  • Traffic free
  • Undulating
  • Water stations
  • Wave start
  • Way markers

Location

  • Bar
  • Cafe
  • Changing facilities
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Park
  • Secure bag storage
  • Toilets
  • Urban

What's included

  • Chip timing
  • Event app
  • GPS tracking
  • Medal
  • Training plan
  • T-shirt
  • Vouchers

Sustainability

  • Carbon offset
  • Public transport links
  • Sustainability policy

How to enter

  • Age 17 & over
  • Entries closed
  • Charity entries closed
  • Charity places
  • Collect race pack
  • Event merch available
  • Race pack by post

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Hackney Marshes, London
Hackney 5K

09:00

Age 16 & over

FREE

  • 5 km road running
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