11

Runs in Colchester

Find runs in Colchester in 2026/2027 - filter by date, location or category, display on a map or use the advanced search to find your perfect race.

Filter by place

Filter by date

Map

Event listings

Select an event for photos, video, route, location, reviews, entry fees and how to enter.

An exciting stadium base and a route which takes you past iconic landmarks of the UK's oldest town with thousands of people cheering you on as you run through the centre!
  • Sun 8 Mar
  • £33-£35
Colchester, Essex, UK

Colchester Half Marathon

An exciting stadium base and a route which takes you past iconic landmarks of the UK's oldest town with thousands of people cheering you on as you run through the centre!

  • 13.1 miles road running + 403 ft ascent
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Rural
  • Age 17 & over
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.
  • Fri 7 Aug
  • £12-£22
Colchester, Essex, UK

ATW Colchester Friday Night Runs

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.

  • Fun run
  • 5K run
  • Families
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Park
  • Sustainability policy
  • All ages
  • Sun 1 Mar
  • £9-£11
Colchester, Essex, UK

The Mersea Mix

  • Trail run 2
  • Sat 21 Mar
  • £33-£47
Colchester, Essex, UK

Paras'10 Colchester | Roman Rampage

  • 10 miles multi terrain running
  • Mon 30 Mar
  • £10-£13
Colchester, Essex, UK

The Wivenhoe 5 Mile Trail Run

  • 5 miles trail running
  • Sun 10 May
  • £22-£24
Colchester, Essex, UK

Colchester 10K

  • 10 km road running + 164 ft ascent
  • Sun 17 May
  • £42
Colchester, Essex, UK

Colchester Zoo Stampede 10K

  • 10 km road running + 77 m ascent
  • Sun 14 Jun
  • £7-£18
Colchester, Essex, UK

Boxted 10K

  • Fun run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run

Search options

Back to search options
4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.