Looking to take part in a fun run? Find, compare and book fun runs across the UK and near you. If you're after an event that's a little bit different, a fun-filled themed race is for you.

Fun Runs

Take part in one of the country's biggest running event with the ABP Southampton Marathon. The routes take in Southampton's most historic landmarks, and not forgetting the stunning city centre finish. Come along for an unforgettable atmosphere and for a day to remember.

Rees Leisure

Marathon - Standard Entry

Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry

Half Marathon - Standard Entry

Half Marathon - Wheelchair Entry

Half Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry

10k - Standard Entry

10k - UKA Affiliated Entry

Mile Fun Run - Standard Entry

Mile Fun Run - Family Entry (2 or more participants)

ABP Southampton Marathon, Half Marathon & 10k 2023

 Enjoy the spring sea breeze as you take part in the Worthing Runfest 10k & Half Marathon. With a pan-flat fully road closed course along the seafront and a medal and male and female cut t-shirts for all finishers, this event is perfect for new and experienced runners alike.

Richmond RunFest

Half Marathon - Standard Entry 

Half Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry 

10k - Standard Entry 

10k - UKA Affiliated Entry 

Worthing Runfest 10k & Half Marathon

C﻿elebrate the best of running with this scenic event set in Richmond. Starting at Kew Gardens, enjoy either the Marathon or Half Marathon that take in a number of historical landmarks, such as Ham House and Richmond Green. Come for the festival finish.

The Richmond Marathon & Half Marathon

The well-loved, well-attended and well-organised Bacchus Wine Half Marathon & 10k is back for 2023! Join over two thousand runners at the Denbies Wine Estate for a brilliant run, fancy dress and hog-roast celebration with local wines. Enjoy live music, great food, a fab atmosphere and scenic views.

2:09 Events

Bacchus Wine Half Marathon & 10k 

Race in the annual Farnborough Winter Half Marathon. Quickly becoming a popular event on the racing calendar, this race is ideal for fun runners and competitive runners alike. Come for the medal, free goodie bag and a photo finish.

Half Marathon - Affiliated - Super Early Bird

Half Marathon - Unaffiliated - Super Early Bird

5k - Standard Entry

Farnborough Winter Half Marathon

Enjoy a day filled with running, entertainment, fun and most of all, giving back. Join your friends, family and the local community to race across this flat road route to raise vital funds for your local NHS and the Dementia Appeal. Perfect for all with an amazing atmosphere and various distances.

Frimley Health Charity

Fun Run - Standard Entry

Fun Run - Family Entry (2 adults + 2 children)

Run Frimley 2023

Embrace the live music along the Blackpool Promenade in this 5k or 10k fun run. Whether you want to run, walk, or dance your way through the course, all will enjoy the lineup of upcoming and talented artists from all over the UK. Come to enjoy the vibrant festival atmosphere. 

HN Taylor Events

5k - Early Bird Entry 

5k - Early Bird Entry + Event T-Shirt

10k - Early Bird Entry 

10k - Early Bird Entry + Event T-Shirt

Blackpool Music Run 2023

Be part of Shropshire's largest Santa invasion in this exciting 5k fun run. You'll run along flat, 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.

Adrenaline Sporting Events

5k - Adult Entry (Ages 16+)

5k - Junior Entry (Ages 10-15)

Shropshire Santa 5k Run

Sign up for this multi-terrain spring 10k to run along paths, bridleways and scenic woodland trails. Run with friends, family or even your favourite canine companion to share your victories with the people, and pets, that you love. This event even offers free downloadable photos from the day.

Racing Line Running

Canicross 10k - Standard Entry

Mortimer 10k

Move from lock to lock along the Cotswold canals. With 5 and 10 mile options to run or walk, as well as an accessible 3/4k option and paddle boarding (yes, thats right!) there really is something for everyone.

Cotswold Canals Connected

5k  - Standard Entry - Run

5k  - Standard Entry - Walk

10 Miles - Standard Entry - Run

10 Miles - Standard Entry - Walk

5 Miles - Standard Entry - Run

5 Miles - Standard Entry - Walk

The Lock Challenge

Zombies have taken over Hawkstone Park follies and the safe zone is on the otherside. Do you have what it takes to make it to the otherside of our 5k route of caves, obstacles and mud with your 3 lives still intact? There's only one way to find out...

Run UKAC

5k - Early Bird Entry

5k - Standard Entry + T-Shirt

 The West Midlands Zombie Escape Race

Newbury AC are excited to announce that the Newbury 10k will be returning for the first time since Covid. This popular race takes in the best of Newbury and the surrounding countryside with stunning views throughout. With 2 children's races, there's something for the whole family.

Newbury Athletic Club

Kid's Race - Standard Entry (ages 5 - 11)

Under 16's Race - Standard Entry (ages 10 - 15)

Newbury 10k

Take on this fun and friendly trail event in the Chiltern countryside. With 10k, 5k, and 2k runs on offer (and no cut-off times!) all abilities and ages are welcome to come along and collect their medal. 

Boondock Events

10k - Early Bird Entry

10k - Early Bird UKA Affiliated Entry

5k - Early Bird UKA Affiliated Entry

2k - Standard Entry

2k - UKA Affiliated Entry

2k Retro Run - Standard Entry

2k Retro Run - UKA Affiliated Entry

Canicross 5k - Early Bird Entry

Bradenham Blast

Run in association with the Woodland Trust, this exciting colour run is a fabulous family day out. The colour run will take you on approximately a 4km tour of the UK’s first Young People’s Forest. Come for the awesome t-shirt and sunglasses and a chance to make memories.

The Fix Events

Colour Run - Adult Entry (Over 21's)

Colour Run - Child Entry (Under 21's)

YPF Colour Run

Explore the trails and parkland of Shuttleworth Estate and surrounding Bedfordshire countryside in this fun and friendly end-of-summer event. With marshals en route, a stunning location and local food and drink at the finish, you won't want to miss this one. Come to run and support the  MS Trust.

Strive Fitness

5k Loop - Standard Entry

Strive at Shuttleworth

Get out on the trails for an end of summer spin at the Andover Trail Marathon this September. Both the Marathon and Half Marathon will take a great looped route through the beautiful Conholt estate and picturesque villages in Hampshire. Come for the finisher's medal, stay for the excellent scenery. 

And-over Trail Events

Andover Trail Marathon

Come out to this family-friendly fitness festival in Northstowe, Cambridgeshire.With a buzzing event village complete with a street food market, activities for all ages and live music and entertainment, the Northstowe Festival of Running is more than a running event, it's a community experience.

Northstowe Running Festival Events

Half Marathon - Early Bird Entry

Half Marathon - Early Bird Affiliated Entry

10k - Early Bird Affiliated Entry

5k - Early Bird Affiliated Entry

Northstowe Festival of Running 2023

After a sold out year, the Blackdown Hills trail run returns for its second year - definitely one to add to your running calendar. Running over a variety of terrain, you will take in the spectacular scenery of the tranquil Blackdown Hills. Come along and earn your finishers medal and goodies.

Prosper Events

Blackdown Hills Trail Run - 10k & Half Marathon

Finish your running season off with a half marathon or marathon on the largest military training area in the UK. Both courses will take in some of Wiltshire's most stunning tracks and come with their fair share of challenge. Come to test your trail technique and leave with a medal.

Salisbury Plain Winter Edition - Marathon & Half Marathon

Take on this exciting festive 19k through the middle of rural Dorset. The relaxed nature of this event makes it the perfect race for runners of any ability. Come along for the well deserved medal and friendly atmosphere.

Tri-Counties Trail Running

19k - Standard Entry

19k - Standard Entry (with transfer back to start)

Slow and Dirty

Get in the Christmas spirit in this festive run at Wimbledon Common. Perfect for runners of all experiences, dress up and run in this fantastic race. Come for the festive atmosphere and earn your Christmas-themed finisher's medal.

RunThrough

Group of 6 Booking  - Standard Entry

RunThrough Wimbledon Christmas Run 5k & 10k 2023

Enjoy the spring sunshine with this 12k trail run based at Symonds Yat. You'll explore the scenic Wye Valley AONB as you trail an undulating route along the River Wye. Prepare yourself for the scorpion stinger as the last kilometre of the course will be a huge climb to the finish. 

Trimax Events

12k - Standard Entry

The Scorpion Run

Are you looking for a fun multi-terrain run, with footpaths, tracks, stiles, and gates?  Look no further, the Dilton Dash is the picturesque run for you. The money generated from this event is invested back into the local community. Come to earn the fantastic Dilton Dash finisher's medal.

Redfish Events

3k - UKA Affiliated Entry 

3k - Standard Entry 

Dilton Dash 10k & 3k

Endurance running at its best, this one-of-a-kind event will only end when you say it ends. This last person standing race is rumoured to be one of the toughest Backyards in the world. Come along for a unique challenge and unbeatable atmosphere.

Ultra - Standard Entry

Faccombe Backyard Ultra

UK Fun Runs: 2023 - 2024

Top Fun Runs in the UK

ABP Southampton Marathon, Half Marathon & 10k 2023

Worthing Runfest 10k & Half Marathon

The Richmond Marathon & Half Marathon

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Popular UK Fun Runs

ABP Southampton Marathon, Half Marathon & 10k 2023

Worthing Runfest 10k & Half Marathon

The Richmond Marathon & Half Marathon

Bacchus Wine Half Marathon & 10k

Farnborough Winter Half Marathon

Run Frimley 2023

Blackpool Music Run 2023

Shropshire Santa 5k Run

Mortimer 10k

The Lock Challenge

The West Midlands Zombie Escape Race

Newbury 10k

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