Birmingham Running Festival February 2026
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 9:00 am
Park Rd, The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield
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Birmingham Running Festival February 2026
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Run one of Europe's largest urban parks at the Birmingham Running Festival. With routes in Sutton Park perfect for runners of all abilities and a bespoke finisher's medal to take home, there's something for everyone. Come for the festivities, fun atmosphere and to celebrate running in Birmingham!
Half Marathon, Group of 6 Booking, Half Marathon inc T-Shirt (+£12), and 5 more
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Sun, Feb 8, 2026
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The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Park Rd, The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Sutton Coldfield B73 6BT, UK
Start times
Sunday, Feb 8, 2026
Half Marathon: 9:00 AMGroup of 6 Booking: 9:00 AMHalf Marathon inc T-Shirt (+£12): 9:00 AM10k: 9:45 AM10k inc T-Shirt (+£12): 9:45 AM5k: 9:55 AM5k inc T-Shirt (+£12): 9:55 AMJunior Race: 11:30 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Birmingham Running Festival February 2026
5k
5km
£24
10k
10km
£28
Half Marathon
21.1km
£32
Group of 6 Booking
£25
Route information
Join us for the February edition of the Birmingham Running Festival at Sutton Park in support of Birmingham Children’s Hospital. With Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Junior race options, there’s something for everyone in this early-season fitness event.
Enjoy a refreshing run through peaceful woodlands and open parkland in a historic venue that has hosted some of the UK’s top running talent.
Half Marathon - Elevation Gain: 306m & map here
10k - Elevation Gain: 144m & map here
5k - Elevation Gain: 72m & map here
Junior Race - Elevation Gain: 14m & map here
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What's included
- Bespoke Finisher's Medal
- Chip-timed results
- Free official race photographs
- Post race goodies
- Water stations
- Marked route
- Marshals
- Toilets
- Baggage drop
- Fruit and Flapjack
How to get there
Park Rd, The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, Sutton Coldfield B73 6BT, UK
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There is race specific parking available around the Visitors Centre in addition to all of the Park’s usual car parks.
Event day logistics
09:00 am - Half Marathon
09:45 am - 10k
09:55 am - 5k
11:30 am - Junior Race
12:00 pm - Race End
MINIMUM AGES
Half Marathon - 17 years and above
10k - 15 years and above
5k - 11 years and above
Junior Race - U11
BAGGAGE
We will have a secure marquee where you can leave your baggage. We recommend you bring as little baggage as possible. Your baggage tag is attached to your race number, you simply tear it off and attach it to your bag. To collect, show your number to our staff and they will help you find your baggage.
TOILETS
Portaloos in the event village.
REFRESHMENTS
There will be water provided on each lap of the course and there will also be water available at the finish along with your post race goodies and medal.
There will be no water station for the 5k race.
RESULTS
Results will be available here immediately after the race.
PICTURES
We will have an official photographer at the event, please check out our photos page after the race.
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FAQs
Are there toilets at the Birmingham Running Festival?
Yes, there are toilets at the Visitor Centre, at Banners Gate, and at the Wyndley Leisure Centre.
Is the course at the Birmingham Running Festival lapped?
Yes, the course is laps around the park. 5k runners will complete 1 lap, 10k runners will complete 2 laps, and 4 laps for the Half Marathon.
What kind of terrain is the Birmingham Running Festival run on?
Entrants will run inside the park along roads/paths, not on grass.
When can I access my race time from the Birmingham Running Festival?
All race times will be published on the RunThrough website after the race is complete.
Reviews
4.6
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Friendly atmosphere
Well organized
Great parking
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