Hackney Moves Community 5k

Sat, May 18, 2024, 12:00 pm

Hackney Marshes, London

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The Hackney Moves Community 5K kicks-off an exhilarating and electric weekend of activities. From music and street art, to fitness and running, experience the best of East London at the Hackney Moves festival, which is free and open to all across 18-19 May 2024.

Hackney Moves Community 5K

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Sat, May 18, 2024

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London, United Kingdom

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Where and when

Location

Hackney Marshes, London E9 5PY, UK

Start times

Saturday, May 18, 2024

Hackney Moves Community 5K: 12:00 PM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for Hackney Moves Community 5k

Hackney Moves Community 5K

5km

free

Route information

The popular Hackney Moves Community 5K returns to Hackney Marshes on Saturday 18 May 2024.

Whether you want to experience your first 5K, challenge yourself for a PB or take part for fun, we cannot wait to see the community come together to kick off the weekend.

The event is completely free to take part in and is perfect for anyone aged 13+ looking to get involved in the weekend's activities.

Places will fill quickly, so make sure you claim your place!

What's included

Finisher's Medal

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, which will be emailed to you ahead of the event.

By Tube

London Underground is due to be running on Saturday 18 May. Plan ahead and check https://tfl.gov.uk/tube-dlr-overground/status/ before travelling. Stratford Station: Central & Jubilee lines services; TfL Rail, DLR, London Overground and National Rail services (25-minute walk to the Festival Village through Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park). When arriving in the station please follow the black and white signs that direct you to the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park throughout the station. Leyton Station: Central Line (20-minute walk to the Festival Village).

By London Overground

London Overground will be in operation on Saturday 18 May, please always check online before your travel - https://tfl.gov.uk/tube-dlr-overground/status/. Clapton Station: 30-minute walk to the Festival Village. Hackney Wick Station: 20-minute walk to the Festival Village. We recommend beating the crowds at Homerton Station and using this station instead. Homerton Station: 20-minute walk to the Festival Village.

By Bike

If you are planning to cycle, there will be numerous bike parking facilities within the Festival Village. Please note that bikes will be left at the owner’s risk. To secure your bike to the racking, please bring an appropriate cable or chain lock.

Parking

Westfield Stratford City has plenty of car parking spaces. It is a 25 minute walk from the Festival village.

Event day logistics

Details of your wave start time will be sent via email prior to the event, alongside your 5K Race Day Guide.

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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 in the festival village.

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.

Will there be changing facilities at the Hackney 5k?

Yes, there will be a male and female changing tent located by the South Baggage, please refer to the Race Day Guide for further information.

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.

How old do I have to be to enter the Hackney 5k?

Entrants must be 13 and older to enter the event.