Coventry Festival of Running

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Sun 21st Mar 2021 . 55 days left to book

Coventry
4,000 participants
By Coventry University Student Union

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A great event with a huge crowd and some phenomenal sightseeing. The Coventry Half, 5K and Wheelchair 2.5 race is one of the classics on the running calendar. There truly is something here for everyone so get down to the starting line and crush that PB.

C-19 Plan

Coventry University Student Union has confirmed that this event will be going ahead as planned on Sunday 21st Mar 2021 in accordance with the COVID-19 safety measures. Learn more

How to enter the Coventry Festival of Running

Half Marathon
Run 13.1mi
8:30am Sun 21st Mar 2021
£36–£38
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5K
Run 5km
9:00am Sun 21st Mar 2021
£15
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Wheelchair 2.5K
Run 2.5km
8:50am Sun 21st Mar 2021

Coventry Festival of Running routes

This classic course takes runners past some of the most historic landmarks in the city, out through the country lanes before leading runners right back down towards Coventry Cathedral.

A beautiful course for all participants. Whether starting with a brief 5K run or going whole-hog with the Half Marathon you are bound to enjoy this race.

Event Details

What’s Included

Finisher's medal
Technical t-shirt
Clearly marked course
First aid on-hand
Chip timed results

Raceday Logistics

Schedule

08:30 Half Marathon Start

09:00 5K & Wheelchair 2.5KM Start

Please allow plenty of time to get down to the race so you can find parking, get registered and warm up in time for your event.

Kit List

Race nutrition
Personal refreshments as needed
Good positive racing attitude

Spectators

Thousands of spectators turn up for this event and it makes for an incredible atmosphere so drag your friends and family to Coventry, or better yet - sign them up.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I resell my Coventry Half Marathon ticket?

No, your race number is individual to you and cannot be resold or transferred. You must wear it clearly on the front of your shirt and the emergency information must be filled out.

Is this race chip timed?

Yes, these races are chip timed and they are fixed to your race number so please ensure you attach your race number to the front of your shirt.

How can I get my race results?

All race results will be posted on the Coventry website and be found at - www.enjoycoventry.com/festivalofrunning

Can I wear headphones?

Technically yes, but you are encouraged not to wear them on the day because there will be thousands of people around you and you should be aware of your surroundings.