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
- £15-£50
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.
- Fri 14 Nov
- £16-£27
Midweek Chasing Numbers Nov
The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events 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
- Fri 14 Nov
- £73-£400
Kent Backyard Ultra | Round One: Vigo
A Friday night start on woodland trails with runnable climbs and a sociable vibe. Run a loop (a 'yard') every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains. Miss the bell, and you're out.
- Fixed time runs
- Ultra run 2
- Sat 15 Nov
- £12-£35
Liverpool 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, Liverpool!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 15 Nov
- £15-£35
Newcastle 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, Newcastle!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 15 Nov
- £9-£32
Burrator Noir | 12 Mile Night Trail Run and 10K Road Race
With a 12-mile trail run on moorland, rocky paths and disused railway lines; and a flat 10K around the perimeter of the reservoir, plus kids' races - there's something for everyone.
- Fun run 2
- 10K run
- Trail run
- Sun 16 Nov
- £15-£35
Manchester 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, Manchester!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 16 Nov
- £16-£35
Smurf Run
Come and join this 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
- Sun 16 Nov
- £15-£35
York 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, York!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 16 Nov
- £36
Fulham 10K
The Fulham 10K welcomes runners of all abilities, whether chasing a new PB or completing your first ever 10K, and is in support of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
- 10 km road running + 0 m ascent
- Sun 16 Nov
- £34-£36
RUN Battersea Park Half Marathon
Lace up your trainers and RUN Battersea Park Half which will be a scenic and energising experience on a pancake-flat course for all abilities with beautiful views of green spaces and the River Thames.
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 16 Nov
- £24-£26
RUN Battersea Park 10K
Lace up your trainers and RUN Battersea Park 10K which will be a scenic and energising experience on a pancake-flat course for all abilities with beautiful views of green spaces and the River Thames.
- 10 km road running
- Sun 16 Nov
- £20
Meanwood Holly Hustle
A fast, fun-packed forest trail run with some challenging uphills and rewarding downhills! Starting in Meanwood, the run takes in some of the best trails that Leeds has to offer over a 10.5km route.
- 10.5 km trail running + 200 m ascent
- Fri 21 Nov
- £36-£42
Dormouse Challenge & Canicross
Run through the woods at the award-winning Salcey Forest while you're served mince pies and treats from the aid station! Run as many 3.5-mile laps as you wish in the time limit.
- Fixed time runs
- CaniCross
- Fri 21 Nov
- £18.90-£23
Petzl Night Trails 10K | Salcey Forest
Salcey Forest in the dark with just your head torch to lead the way? The best Friday night there is!
- 10K run
- CaniCross
- Fri 21 Nov
- £16-£35
Changed For Good Run
This is an extra special event to celebrate the release of a certain movie...the medal is TOP SECRET but it is absolutely 'wicked'...
- Road run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Fri 21 Nov
- £30
Dart Challenge
New! Take on a scenic trail challenge on a weekday along the River Dart, with rolling hills, woodland paths and breathtaking views through some of Devon’s most beautiful countryside.
- Fixed time runs
- CaniCross
- Sat 22 Nov
- £15-£35
Edinburgh 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, Edinburgh!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 22 Nov
- £31-£33
Turkey Trot
Run as far as you can during the 4 or 6-hour event through the lovely Suffolk countryside on a multi-terrain loop. Run, rest, then head out for more.
- Multi-terrain run 2
- Sat 22 Nov
- £16-£35
Smurf Run | Wales
Come and join this Smurf Run at the picturesque Dare Valley in Wales! Who doesn't love those little blue characters and therefore a medal reflecting how adorable they are!
- Road run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- + 3 more races
- Sat 22 Nov
- £15-£35
Derby 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, Derby!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 22 Nov
- £10-£24
Dark Dart Dash
Experience the thrill of night running on Dartmoor’s trails, with headtorches lighting the way through rugged terrain, stunning scenery and an unforgettable atmosphere under the stars.
- Fun run 2
- 5K run
- CaniCross 2
- 10K run
- Sat 22 Nov
- £24.75-£33
Supernova London 5K
Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and grace the grounds of World Athletics Champions.
- 5 km road running + 46 m ascent
- Sun 23 Nov
- £24-£56
Kudos its Kirkstall Abbey
Multi terrain trail running through the glorious trails surrounding Kirkstall Abbey in Leeds including the beautiful River Aire and Bramley Fall Park for runners of all stripes with a bespoke medal.
- Trail run 2
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra run
- Sun 23 Nov
- £15-£35
Leeds 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, Leeds!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 23 Nov
- £15-£35
Glasgow 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, Glasgow!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
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- 10 mins read
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- 5 mins read
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- 5 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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