Running events in the UK
Welcome to the UK's biggest running events calendar - whether you're after a family-friendly fun run, a muddy obstacle race, a scenic trail run or an ultra-endurance test, there's a running event with your name on it.
On this page, you’ll find thousands of runs across every distance and terrain - from fun runs and mud runs to 10K runs, half marathons, marathons, and ultra runs. Use our quick links to jump into your ideal category, filter by month or location or scroll down to explore everything.
Looking to pair your run with a cause? Find your next charity run or an event with charity places in our charity runs hub. Want something more specific like a half marathon or trail run? Check out the relevant categories for a more focused look. Scroll down to discover the best upcoming UK running events - whatever your pace, there's a finish line waiting just for you.
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Featured running events
What's hot in the world of running events.
- Sun 13 Sep 2026
- £68
Great North Run
Join 60,000 runners at the world’s biggest and best half marathon with a ballot entry. Get the low-down on key dates, the route and race-day logistics, then secure your place on the iconic start line.
- 13.1 miles road running + 404 ft ascent
- Sat 11 Apr 2026
- £35-£60
Steaming to the Coast
Ride the steam train along the beautiful heritage line from the coastal town of Minehead to where your run begins, then run back! A totally unique event with top reviews!
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Marathon
Running events coming up
Featured events are listed below - select your region to see all events.
- Sat 18 Oct
- £16-£35
Scare Bear Run | Wales
Get involved in this spooky Scare Bear Run! The Care Bears were a staple of anyone who grew up in the 80s and even if you never liked them, they make a super cute (slightly scary) medal to earn.
- Road run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 18 Oct
- £19-£23
Loggerheads Autumn Trails
The longer version of the popular 5K and 10K races, the routes take in even more of this wonderful area, and are varied in terms of terrain and challenging as a result.
- Trail run 2
- CaniCross
- Sun 19 Oct
- £26-£31
Bedgebury Forest Half Marathon & 10K
An unforgettable race between the pines and beneath the majestic canopy of Bedgebury Forest - a trail race that will ignite your racer's heart.
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 19 Oct
- £13-£20
Run 10 in the Fen
The beast roars back! In celebration of 25 years, an iconic running event returns. An out-and-back 5K or 10K across the beautiful, but sometimes brutal and bleak, Cambridgeshire Fens.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sun 19 Oct
- £49.50
Brenig Way 50K Trail
This regional marked footpath of 32 miles winds it's way through some beautifully remote upland scenery. Start at the town of Corwen in the Dee Valley, and follow the signage up the Dee Valley.
- 50 km trail running + 1450 m ascent
- Sun 19 Oct
- £17-£19
Hove Prom 10K
Join Arena 80 for this fast and flat 10K along the scenic promenade and with the right conditions, PBs are very likely.
- 10 km road running + 82 ft ascent
- Sun 19 Oct
- £15-£35
Great South Run
Probably the world’s favourite 10 mile running event with inspiring history, salty air and glorious sea views guaranteed! Local supporters will keep your spirits and motivation up the whole way.
- 10 miles road running
- Sat 25 Oct
- £26-£31
Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Saturday
Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 25 Oct
- £16-£35
Scare Bear Run
Get involved in this spooky Scare Bear Run! The Care Bears were a staple of anyone who grew up in the 80s and even if you never liked them, they make a super cute (slightly scary) medal to earn.
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 25 Oct
- £4-£56
Hubble Bubble & Ghostly 1 Mile | Day 1
A Halloween-themed running event you won't want to miss, bringing together runners of all abilities to share memories in what they love to do. Reach the finish to enjoy tasty Halloween treats.
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- Trail run
- + 3 more races
- Sat 25 Oct
- £26-£37.50
Running Tribe Races | Oct
A new and unique concept where you decide how many loops you feel capable of on the day - whether it's 7km, 14km, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or an Ultra Marathon! Push yourself further or go easy.
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- Sat 25 Oct
- £18.50
Moel Famau Halloween 'Piece of String' Night Race
A great chance to stretch your legs with this Halloween with the Piece of String - at night! You will not know the distance until the event unfolds....
- Trail run
- CaniCross
- Sat 25 Oct
- £70
Thames Trail Ultra
This 47-mile point-to-point along England’s longest river is one of the most popular events in the British ultra running calendar, boasting an interesting route and top runner reviews.
- 47 miles trail running + 913 ft ascent
- Sun 26 Oct
- £14-£56
Hubble Bubble & Ghostly 1 Mile | Day 2
A Halloween-themed running event you won't want to miss, bringing together runners of all abilities to share memories in what they love to do. Reach the finish to enjoy tasty Halloween treats.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- 10 miler
- Half marathon
- Trail run
- + 2 more races
- Sun 26 Oct
- £26-£31
Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Sunday
Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 26 Oct
- £31-£36
Pumpkin Plod
This Halloween, run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through Ferry Meadows, one of the largest country parks in the region, on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sun 26 Oct
- £40
Irish Life Dublin Marathon
Europe's 5th largest marathon follows a city centre lap perfect for marathon running. Much-loved and always oversubscribed, it's super-friendly and unmissable.
- 26.2 miles road running
- Sun 26 Oct
- £55
Stort30
A stunningly pretty 30-mile out-and-back ultra on the border of Hertfordshire and Essex along the River Stort and Lee navigation. A great first foray into ultra running or a fast competitive race.
- 30 miles trail running + 188 ft ascent
- Wed 29 Oct
- £22
Piglove by the River by Night 10K & 5K
An evening event at a lovely beer garden in the heart of Citu’s Climate Innovation District - grab a picnic bench, a pint of craft beer and admire the views. The perfect spot for a sunny evening!
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sat 1 Nov
- £28-£32
Devon Trail Races
Come and explore the trails of Roadford Lake on this well-loved event! Professionally chip timed, with a finish line beer and bottle opener medal to help open it!
- 10K run
- CaniCross 2
- Half marathon
- Sat 1 Nov
- £12-£35
Nottingham MoRun
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready, Nottingham!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 1 Nov
- £12-£35
Whitstable & Herne Bay MoRun
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready, Whitstable and Herne Bay!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 1 Nov
- £23-£37.50
Guy Fawkes Gallop
Welcome to the Fireworks Festival of Running! Come and tackle the track to see how far you can go in 6 hours, whether you reach 5K or an ultra, over the 400m circuit.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- 50K ultra run
- + 1 more race
- Sat 1 Nov
- £12-£34
Reason To Treason Run-Powder Plot
“Remember, remember… your legs in November!” Put on your trainers, tighten your laces, and prepare to run like you're running away from 38 lit barrels of gunpowder.
- Trail run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 1 Nov
- £20
Dark Skies Series | Mendip Aurora
The Mendip Aurora night trail run kicks off the award-winning ‘Dark Skies Series’ of three night trail running events across Somerset with an optional Halloween theme!
- 5K run
- 10K run
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- 5 mins read
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- 3 mins read
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- 5 mins read
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- 10 mins read
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- 10 mins read
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