5k Runs in West Midlands

AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run 2025

RunThrough Birmingham Running Festival - February 2025

Draycote Water Running Festival March 2025

The Birmingham 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

RunThrough Cannock Chase Running Festival April 2025 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon and Junior Race

Brynkinalt Running Festival 2025

Drayton Manor 5k & 10k 

The Nottingham 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run

RunThrough Birmingham Running Festival - May 2025

Four Farms Challenge 2025

The Snickerthon

Lake Vyrnwy Running Festival

Forest Warrior

Winwick Hall Trail Races

RunThrough Birmingham Running Festival - July 2025

Nottingham Running Festival 2025

RunThrough Derby Running Festival 2025

RunThrough Birmingham Running Festival - September 2025

The Pumpkin Marathon

Weston Park 10k & 5k 2025

Shropshire Santa 5k Run

Birmingham Running Festival December 2025

Charles Darwin Day

The Groundhog Marathon

RunThrough Cheltenham Running Festival 2025

Warrior Mud Run

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

CONQUER CANNOCK RUN 2025

Yabba Dabba Do

RunThrough Cannock Chase Running Festival October 2025 - 5k, 10k, Half Marathon and Junior Race

Run Alton Towers Half Marathon & 5k November 2025

Vale of Clwyd 5k

The Holly Challenge

Choose between a half marathon or 10k course to challenge yourselves on the crowd filled streets of Birmingham in this epic event. Great for first timers and experienced runners alike, the course winds through the UK’s second largest city and past its key landmarks. Come for the unbeatable race day atmosphere or for that cherished finisher’s medal.There’s everything you’d expect from a Great Run – notorious start line hype, top on-route entertainment and an event village that feels more like an after party – but the carnival atmosphere and the passion and spirit of the runners is all Birmingham.

Great Run

Half Marathon - Sunday - Standard Entry

10k - Sunday - Standard Entry

Junior (9-15 years old) - Saturday - Standard Entry

Mini (3 - 8 years old) - Saturday - Standard Entry

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!

RunThrough

5k - Standard Entry

10k - Standard Entry

Half Marathon - Standard Entry

Group of 6 Booking - Standard Entry

Kids Race - Standard Entry

5k +£12 Event T-Shirt - Standard Entry

10k + £12 Event T-Shirt - Standard Entry

Half Marathon + £12 Event T-Shirt - Standard Entry

Enjoy a tranquil morning run by the water in the RunThrough Draycote Water Running Festival. With a 5k, 10k and Half Marathon on offer, as well as flat route along tarmac this is perfect for every level of runner. Come for the calming views and bespoke finisher's medal.

Group of 6 Booking - Group of 6 Entry

Take on this fantastic winter running event in support of the homelessness charity Shelter. Perfect for all abilities of runner, there are 5k, 10k and half marathon distances to choose from, with routes that take participants through the beautiful surroundings of Sutton Park.

The Fix Events

Half Marathon  - Standard Entry

Trail in and around the charming woodlands of Cannock Chase Forest in this incredible running festival brought to you by RunThrough. With a variety of distances to choose from, this is perfect for all abilities. Come for the scenic greenery or for your bespoke finisher's medal!

5k + £12 Event T-Shirt - Standard Entry

Junior Race - Standard Entry

Immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings of Brynkinalt Estate at this trail festival. With 2 distances on offer, and the option of canicross races, everyone and their dog will enjoy this 2 day running event! Cone for the fun festival feel and epic trail routes.

Adrenaline Sporting Events

5k Canicross - Standard Entry

10k Canicross - Standard Entry

Race past rollercoasters at Drayton Manor Resort in this thrilling 5k or 10k event. Join RunThrough and chase a PB on this flat and fast course. Also, come and say hello to the meerkats and monkeys.

5k - Early Bird Entry

10k - Early Bird Entry

Spectator Ticket - Standard Entry

Brighten up your February with this winter warmer run, with a 5k, 10k and half marathon on offer to challenge all levels of runner. Run around the Meadows Recreation Ground in the heart of Nottingham, on the banks of the River Trent, and claim a well-deserved finisher's medal.

Race into summer with the Birmingham Running Festival in Sutton Park. Great event for seasoned runners or those looking for a fun morning, the course laps around the picturesque park. Come for the vibrant atmosphere or to test yourself with a new distance.

Half Marathon inc Event T-Shirt  - Standard Entry

5k inc Event T-Shirt  - Standard Entry

10k inc Event T-Shirt - Standard Entry

The Four Farms Challenge is a delightful 5k, 10k or 20k run around the picturesque parish of Deddington. The event is open to all types of runners, and is a fantastic family day out too, with plenty of activities for kids!

Four Farms Challenge

5k - Over 16s Entry

5k - Under 16s Entry

20k - Standard Entry

Perfect for runners looking to try out a new distance, this route will take you around Chase Water Country Park on 5k loops, with fantastic scenery and the chance to spot some deer. Come along for the bespoke finisher's medal and friendly atmosphere.

How Hard Can it be

Half Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry

Marathon - Standard Entry

Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry

Experience the beauty of Lake Vyrnwy like never before with this fantastic running festival. The routes are challenging for all trail runners but with some breathtaking scenery along the way, you'll find yourself at the finish in no time. Come and get your hands on one of the unique finisher medals!

11k - Standard Entry

Get muddy next summer with this fun and exciting obstacle course in Huntley Estate. Race along fire tracks, wade through muddy trails, and scale a mix of man-made and natural obstacles. After you've completed the course claim your deserved Finisher's Medal and event T-shirt!

Trimax Events

Forest Warrior - Standard Entry

Forest Warrior - chipped ticket

Kids 1k Forest Run - Standard Entry

Raise money for a fantastic cause at these trail races set in the scenic grounds of Winwick Hall Estate. With 5k, 10k and a 2k fun run, there's something for the whole family to enjoy. Come for the all important medal and to support the Bruce Green Foundation.

Race Harborough

2k Fun Run - Standard Entry

Taking place at the iconic Nottingham Racecourse, this running festival is not one to be missed. With distances from 5k up to a half marathon, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. The scenic route takes you along the wide trail paths of Colwick Country Park and lakes.

Juniors - Standard Entry

Half Marathon + £12 T-Shirt - Standard Entry

10k + £12 T-Shirt - Standard Entry

5k + £12 T-Shirt - Standard Entry

Run the stunning gardens and grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park in the Derby Running Festival. This Grade II listed castle and gardens will be a brilliant backdrop for a fun and inclusive running festival for all abilities and ages. Come for a scenic run and bespoke finisher's medal.

5k incl. T-Shirt (+£12) - Early Bird Entry incl. T-Shirt

10k incl. T-Shirt (+£12) - Early Bird Entry incl. T-Shirt

Half Marathon - Early Bird Entry

Half Marathon incl. T-Shirt (+£12) - Early Bird Entry incl. T-Shirt

Run through the streets of Birmingham in this fun filled running festival. There'll be something for runners of all abilities whether its your first 5k or fiftieth Half Marathon. You will get a completely unique medal and also have an awesome time speeding round the beautiful Sutton Park.

Group of 6 Bookings - Standard Entry

Get ready for a spookily good run this Halloween with How Hard Can It Be. These fantastic multi-lap races are a must in all your autumn running calendars. Get into the Halloween spirit, get dressed up and get ready to run!

Spooky Halloween Challenge Marathon - Standard Entry

Spooky Halloween Challenge Marathon - Affiliated Entry

Spooky Halloween Challenge Half Marathon - Standard Entry

Spooky Halloween Challenge Half Marathon - Affiliated Entry

Pumpkin 10k - Standard Entry

Pumpkin Marathon - Standard Entry

Pumpkin Marathon - Affiliated Entry

Pumpkin Half Marathon - Standard Entry

Pumpkin Half Marathon - Affiliated Entry

Pumpkin 5k - Standard Entry

Spooky Halloween 10k - Standard Entry

Spooky Halloween 5k - Standard Entry

Experience the fantastic scenery of Weston Park country house as you race around its grounds, completing a 5k or 10k mixed terrain route. Ideal for all abilities, you'll run on a mixture of concrete, gravel and grass. Come along for the historic setting and your finisher's medal.

Kickass Endurance

10k - UKA Affiliated Entry

5k - UKA Affiliated Entry

Be part of Shropshire's largest Santa invasion in this exciting 5k fun run. You'll run along the town and country route on closed roads, racing to the finish to collect your Christmas-themed medal. Come along to spread some festive fun and burn a few cheeky calories for the holidays.

5k - Adult Entry (16+)

5k - U16 Entry

Run one of Europe's largest urban parks at the Birmingham Running Festival. With several distances on offer, there's something for everyone to keep warm with this December. Come for picturesque route and bespoke finisher medal.

Junior Race - Early Bird Entry

5k + £12 Event T-Shirt - Early Bird Entry + £12 Event T-Shirt

10k + £12 Event T-Shirt - Early Bird Entry + £12 Event T-Shirt

Half Marathon + £12 Event T-Shirt - Early Bird Entry + £12 Event T-Shirt

Celebrate International Charles Darwin Day with a run in the town of his birth, Shrewsbury. With a traffic-free track for runners to clock the miles up, a PB is almost guaranteed. Collect your bespoke finisher's medal and enjoy a run on this special day.

Round and around and around...and around? Take part in the Groundhog Marathon to test your mental toughness. With a pumping boombox, a friendly atmosphere, and plenty of running to be done, everyone can enjoy this day out.

Get yourself down to the iconic Cheltenham Racecourse for this fantastic running event. Perfect for those who are new to running or others wanting a new athletic challenge. Come for the buzzing atmosphere and fantastic setting.

Get down and dirty with this 8k Mud Race through the beautiful Huntley Estate. Perfect for mud-lovers and novices, this race is the perfect way to get out in nature this summer. Lace up those shoes, claim that great Warrior Medal, and (most importantly) get muddy!

8k - Adult Entry

8k - Junior Entry

5k - Adult Entry

5k - Junior Entry

With a friendly atmosphere, plenty of music and themed costumes, this Rocky Horror-themed run is bound to be a great time! Choose to run as little as 5k or a full marathon around the fast, flat course based at the cycle track at Shrewsbury Sports Village. Come along to achieve a new PB and claim your finisher's medal.

Come and smash the second run in the Ultimate Run Series. With the winding trails of Cannock Chase Forest as the setting for this event, come and take on a 5k, 10k, 10 mile or 1 mile. There will be some snappy climbs and plenty of fast sections to have you racing over the finish line.

Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation

5km - Standard Entry

10km - Standard Entry

10 Miler - Standard Entry

Mini Miler - Standard Entry

Join this themed run in fancy dress or go for a PB around the fast, flat course. With the backdrop of Chase Water Country Park, you might even spot a few deer as you run a 5k, 10k, half marathon or marathon. Also available virtually, this run is ideal for all ability levels.

Explore the scenic woodlands of Cannock Chase Forest in this incredible running festival brought to you by RunThrough. With a variety of distances to choose from, this is perfect for all abilities. Come for the scenic greenery or for your bespoke finisher's medal!

Join RunThrough in an event sure to have an unbelievable atmosphere. You and your friends can share in the challenge and reward of running a distance like this. Once you cross the finish, you can let your legs rest as you fly through the air on Alton Towers' famous rollercoasters.

Early Bird 5k - Early Bird Entry

Early Bird 5k inc T-Shirt (+£12) - Early Bird Entry

Early Bird Half Marathon - Early Bird Entry

Early Bird Half Marathon inc T-Shirt (+£12) - Early Bird Entry

Adult Spectator - Spectator Entry

Child Spectator - Spectator Entry

Start the new year the right way and sign up for the Vale of Clwyd 5k. Enjoy the fresh air and incredible views as you push yourself through this flat, mixed-terrain course. Suitable for all abilities, come and claim your finisher's medal.

OutFit

5km Trail - 5km Trail

Canicross 5km - Canicross 5km

Start your year right with the Holly Challenge. With distances ranging from 5k-Marathon, there's something for everyone. Enjoy a community feel and some stunning scenery. Come for a fantastic day out.

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5k Events in West Midlands 2025-2026

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