Hackney 5k Powered by Let’s Do This

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A festival of music, street art, and running, the Hackney 5k is open and free to all. Experience the best of East London in this electric weekend event.
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Hackney 5k
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Calendar
Sat, 21 May 2022
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London, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Hackney Marshes, London E9 5PY, UK
Sat, 21 May 2022
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Hackney 5k
Distance
5km
Free
Route information
Move silly or serious in the UK's largest outdoor fitness festival run over 3 days (20th-22nd May). With two unique and iconic running events, live music, local food and drink and other entertainment this is a memorable experience, to say the least.
The Hackney Moves Festival features a Half Marathon and a 5k, and lots of other fitness fun from partners.
The whole event will have live entertainment and DJs to keep you inspired, not just at event centres but during the races both at event HQ and on race routes. So there will be no need for headphones as the streets will be alive with music, and the buzzing atmosphere.
The Route
Runners will cruise down Mare Street through a carnival of sound. You will pass some iconic landmarks and venues of the area, including the famous Town Hall, the historic Broadway Market and Hackney Wick, which will be full of vibrant street art.
Not only will this be a spectacular route with all the sights and sounds to take in, but it is also flat and fast, making it perfect for anyone looking for a personal best time.
While the 2022 Route will be similar to previous years, keep an eye out for the updated map which will be released closer to the event date.
What's included
  • Finisher's Medal
  • Bag drop
  • Chip-timed results
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How to get there
Hackney Marshes, London E9 5PY, UK
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More travel information will be available in the Race Day Guide.
Public Transport
London Overground will be running 4 additional services per hour from 07:00 to 09:00 in each direction between Camden Road and Stratford. Homerton and Hackney Wick stations are a 20 minute walk away.
Leyton Tube Station, Lea Bridge Station and Hackney Central Station are the closest to the venue.
By Bike
There will be plenty of bike parking facilities within the Festival Village.
By Car
There will be road closures in the are surrounding the Festival Village. You are strongly encouraged not to drive to this event.
Parking
Westfield Stratford City has plenty of car parking spaces. It is a 25 minute walk from the Festival village.
Event day logistics
Race Packs
Race packs must be picked up on the day at least 1 hour before your wave start time. You will receive a QR code via email & text just before the event that you can use to collect your race pack.
FAQs
Can I listen to personal headphones during the races at the Hackney 5k?
It is recommended that runners do not wear personal headphones both for safety reasons and to soak up the live entertainment on route.
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Is there a bag drop for the Hackney 5k?
Yes - there will be a space to store your bag whilst you run. You will collect a race number which will also contain your bag label and bag collection tab. Please attach the bag label to your bag and keep the bag collection tab with you, or give it to a friend to collect your bag on your behalf.
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Will there be changing facilities at the Hackney 5k?
There usually are changing facilities available, this will depend on Covid restrictions and will be confirmed in the Race Day Guide info sent to you by email before the event.
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How can I collect my race number for the Hackney 5k?
Race packs must be picked up on the day at least 1 hour before your wave start time. You will receive a QR code via email & text just before the event that you can use to collect your race pack.
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How old do I have to be to enter the Hackney 5k?
Entrants must be 13 and older to enter the event.
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Reviews
4.6
312 reviews
dobrin
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
It was great
richard
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Even though it was the first time I ran in over twelve years and with no training or warm up before , just turned up and went straight into the run , and did run all the way did not stop , was pulled along by seeing others doing their bit their best , and was inspired , thank you
juliana
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4.7
Did the race in 2022
I had a lovely experience overall but was a bit sad that I could find any pictures of me on the app
clare
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
Fun, doable but hot
vanessa
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
I had a great time! Thank you Hackney
mary
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4.7
Did the race in 2022
It was great to run 5k in Hackney as I was born and brought up in Hackney, so great to return to run the course but hugely disappointed when they ran out of medals and so I was given a half marathon medal, poor organisation.
hannah
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
A brilliant community event where, it’s amazing a medal t-shirt and various other bits are given for free. Also, great to get an official time.
jennifer
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
I enjoy it considering it was my first one
ruth
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
A very well organised run.
elizabeth
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3.3
Did the race in 2022
Did not enjoy the uneven grassed course. Getting my number was quick and easy but noted some terrible lines of people for the baggage. Was very unhappy to be presented with a medal for the half marthon I did not take part in for a 5K run.
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