Running Festivals in May 2022

All stripes of runners will love this trail event in Wales. With a 15 mile, 6 mile, and 2k Fun Run on offer, there really is something for everyone. Come for an awesome race experience and earn your finisher's medal.

Run Afan Forest

15 Mile - Earlybird Entry

6 Mile - Earlybird Entry

2k Fun Run - Earlybird Entry

Beast of Bryn 

Run Kempton Park in this speedy marathon course. Racing around on pancake-flat tarmac road and gravel, this event is perfect for runners looking for a new PB and to qualify for a London Marathon 'Good for age' entry. Come for the unique location and bespoke finisher's medal.

Richmond RunFest

Marathon - Standard Entry 

Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry 

5k - Standard Entry 

5k - UKA Affiliated Entry 

10k - Standard Entry 

10k - UKA Affiliated Entry 

Half Marathon - Standard Entry 

Half Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry 

Kempton Park Running Festival 10k, Half Marathon & Marathon

Not just a race, but an entire running festival. From the 5k to the marathon there is something for everyone, and this has been voted as the fastest marathon route in the UK. Come for a course that is ripe for smashing those PBs and bask in the weekend's festival atmosphere.

GSi Events

Edinburgh Marathon Festival - Marathon & Half Marathon

You won't want to miss this festival-feel running extravaganza. With music, food stalls and ongoing entertainment, there is something for all the family to enjoy. Sign up today to have lots of laughs and help support the YMCA's vital work with homeless young people.

YMCA London City & North

10k - Standard Entry

10k - UKA Affiliated Entry

5k - Standard Entry

5k - UKA Affiliated Entry

Nursery & Reception Fun Run - Standard Entry

Year 1 Fun Run - Standard Entry

Year 2 Fun Run - Standard Entry

Year 3 Fun Run - Standard Entry

Year 4 Fun Run - Standard Entry

Year 5 Fun Run - Standard Entry

Year 6 Fun Run - Standard Entry

Year 7-10 Fun Run - Standard Entry

YMCA London City and North Fun Run

Take part in a day filled with running, giving and heaps of fun. You and your friends and family will race across this flat road route to raise vital funds for your local NHS and the Dementia Appeal. Absolutely everyone is welcome, so don't have to be an experienced runner to get involved.

Frimley Health Charity

Fun Run - Standard Entry 

Run Frimley

Try out trail running with this quick, yet challenging off-road 10k. Great for novices and seasoned pros alike, the course winds along the iconic Llangollen Canal and through the picturesque Welsh town. Sign up for the wonderful atmosphere and one of the most stunning 10k races in the UK.

Bespoke Fitness & Events

Llangollen Trail 10k

Gatesgarth Farm in the Lake District provides a mesmerising backdrop for this all-ability trail running adventure. With guided yoga, breathing workshops and a buzzing end-of-event festival, this is an all-rounded running experience you will never forget.

Trail Pursuit

5k - 5k + Festival Ticket + Camping

5k - 5k + Festival Ticket

10k - 10k + Festival Ticket

10k - 10k + Festival Ticket + Camping

Half Marathon - Half Marathon + Festival Ticket + Camping

Half Marathon - Half Marathon + Festival Ticket 

Mountain Marathon - Mountain Marathon + Festival Ticket 

Mountain Marathon - Mountain Marathon + Festival Ticket + Camping

Kids 1 Mile - Kids 1 Mile + Festival Ticket + Camping

Kids 1 Mile - Kids 1 Mile + Festival Ticket

Trail Pursuit Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

Experience the electric atmosphere of the Hackney Half. This carefully planned route showcases the best that East London has to offer: the historic Broadway Market and vibrant street art. With live bands and entertainment, this isn't just a race, it's a full-on festival.

LimeLight Sports Club

Hackney Moves

Run, walk, or even cartwheel your way around this enjoyable 5k course. You will get covered in coloured powder every 1km of the race, before a huge Colour Party at the finish line. This is a great event with a family-friendly atmosphere. 

Alpestrine Sports Club

Colour 5k - Adult Entry (9:30am Start Wave)

Colour 5k - Adult Entry (10:30am Start Wave)

Colour 5k - Adult Entry (11:30am Start Wave)

Colour 5k - Adult Entry (12:30pm Start Wave)

Colour 5k - Adult Entry (1:30pm Start Wave)

Colour 5k - Adult Entry (2:30pm Start Wave)

Colour 5k - Adult Entry (3:30pm Fancy Dress Start Wave)

Colour 5k - U16 Kids Entry (9:30am Start Wave)

Colour 5k - U16 Kids Entry (10:30am Start Wave)

Colour 5k - U16 Kids Entry (11:30am Start Wave)

Colour 5k - U16 Kids Entry (12:30pm Start Wave)

Colour 5k - U16 Kids Entry (1:30pm Start Wave)

Colour 5k - U16 Kids Entry (2:30pm Start Wave)

Colour 5k - U16 Kids Entry (3:30pm Fancy Dress Start Wave)

Porsche Brooklands Colour Me Krazy 5k

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Running Festivals in May 2022

Beast of Bryn

Kempton Park Running Festival 10k, Half Marathon & Marathon

Edinburgh Marathon Festival - Marathon & Half Marathon

YMCA London City and North Fun Run

Run Frimley

Llangollen Trail 10k

Trail Pursuit Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

Hackney Moves

Porsche Brooklands Colour Me Krazy 5k

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