Marathons in December 2022

Come for the energetic and fun atmosphere at this Christmas themed trail run in the leafy suburbs of Greater Manchester. Following the Trans Pennine Trail or the River Mersey you'll enjoy the scenic location as you run. Come for the festive atmosphere and finisher's medal.

BigFeat Events

BigXmas Trail Races

Celebrate history at the fourth and final event in the military running series, Pearl Harbour. With the option to run as much or little as you like in the time limit, you can make this event your own. As always, you will be rewarded with an epic medal to remember your achievement.

Phoenix Running

PHOENIX - Pearl Harbour - Military Series Run

Spend the day in the fantastic scenery of Brandon Country Park with ‘Twas The Run Before Christmas. You will have 6 hours (if 9am start is selected) to complete as many, or as few laps of the 5.3k course as you wish. Come along to get into the festive spirit.

Zig Zag Running

'Twas the Run before Christmas 2024

Get moving in January with this relaxed riverside run along the Thames. This timed event allows you to complete any distance you like - as long as you run a minimum of 5.3k, you'll get your hands on a bespoke finisher's medal!

PHOENIX - Bobble Wobble Run

Come along to this D-Day run, part of a military series honouring 4 of the most influential dates of WWII. With seven hours to run as much or as little as you want, you can make this event what you want. Add into the mix an epic 160mm medal, and there's really no reason not to sign up!

PHOENIX - Winter Runderland

Spin round the historic Goodwood Motor Circuit in this awesome Running GP event. Great for beginners and veterans alike to kick into gear as you loop around the perfectly flat course. Come for the finisher's medal or for that chequered flag finish.

RunThrough

Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit – December

Get in the festive mood with this inclusive, friendly run along the River Thames. Run as little or as much as you like, completing a minimum of 5k to earn your finisher's medal. Come along for the supportive atmosphere and fully-stocked aid station!

Saturn Running

The Run Before Christmas

Come and celebrate the Christmas countdown with a lovely run along the Thames courtesy of Saturn Running. The 7 hour timed challenge allows you control over how far you run, with medals for all finishers! All abilities are welcome, so get moving during this festive period.

Christmas Jumper Daschund Through the Snow Run

Take on the Bauble Bimble for a fantastic pre-Christmas running extravaganza. Run as much or as little as you wish, and complete a 5k, 10k, Half-marathon, Marathon, or Ultra in either the 6-hour or 4-hour event. Come to enjoy the Christmas spirit and earn your medal.

Bauble Bimble 2024

This festive treat is the perfect way to achieve your weekly distance target in a fun, inclusive atmosphere. With a route along the River Thames and the flexibility to choose whatever distance suits you, this is ideal for all abilities. Come along for a fantastic finisher's medal and goody bag.

Christmas Cracker Chasing Numbers

Get moving in the run up to Christmas with this feel-good, friendly running event based in Telford. Choose to run 8 miles, 16 miles or a marathon and take in the Silkin Way and the Valley of Ironbridge. All runners will be rewarded with a pie after crossing the finish line.

How Hard Can it be

The Pie'd Piper

Y﻿ou will truly deserve your Christmas lunch after this Marathon event. This flat route takes runners on scenic loops around Caldecotte Lake. Enjoy the crisp, winter lakeside views and earn your finisher's medal as you cross the finish line.

Enigma Running

Die Hard Christmas Jumpers Marathon (23rd Dec)

Give yourself a present with the Christmas Day Cracker Run! Try and complete as many 4.37 mile laps as you can within the 7-hour time limit and earn a goody bag, medal and Christmas present. An amazing way to spend your Christmas morning, running along this beautiful stretch of the River Thames.

Christmas Day Cracker Run 2024

Run as far as you dare in this Sunrise to Sunset challenge this December. Perfect for runners looking to push themselves to a new distance, go as far as you can within the time. Enjoy music, food and drinks, and a great atmosphere throughout.

The 17th Sunrise to Sunset Challenge

See how far you've come in 2024 by taking part in this 7 hour time challenge where you'll complete as many 4.37 mile laps as you can. This event is open to all abilities so everyone is able to get moving, after all, that festive indulgence!

Year End Time Turner 2024

Get moving post-Christmas with this wonderful end-of-year run based in Walton-on-Thames. Enjoy some lovely riverside scenery as you make your way along towpaths towards Hampton Court Palace and back. Come along for the friendly atmosphere and finisher's medal.

PHOENIX - Year End Marathon & Half Marathon

Fight off the Christmas blues with this friendly, inclusive run along the River Thames. Starting from Walton-on-Thames, take on a 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon or ultramarathon. Catering to all paces with a generous 7 hour cut-off time, don't miss out on the bespoke finisher's medal at the end!

PHOENIX - Frozen Phoenix

Bring your 2024 to a finish with this friendly running event on the last day of the year. Based in Staines, you'll run along the River Thames, completing as many or as few laps as you like! Complete a minimum of 5k to earn your finisher's medal, and make sure to hang around for the post-run pizza.

The Last Run of the Year 2024

Squeeze in a pre-Christmas run with this run around Salisbury Plain's chalk plateau. Choose from a marathon or half marathon, tackling several hills and mud along the way. Come along to claim your finisher's medal or a top finisher's prize.

And-over Trail Events

Salisbury Plain Winter Edition - Marathon & Half Marathon

Take on this extraordinary running challenge from Prestatyn seafront all the way to some of wales' fantastic summits. Compete in either the 32 miles, a Half Marathon, or a Marathon to tackle some fantastic hills, this will certainly be an experience that you'll always remember.

OutFit

Sea 2 Summit - Offas Dyke Half/Full/Ultra

M﻿ay the force be with you to get you round this marathon or half marathon course. Set around the scenic Caldecotte Lake, come and take on a lovely fast and flat race and get your hands on an epic Star Wars themed medal.

Star Wars Deja Vu Marathon & Half Marathon

Don't get caught out in the cold this Winter and take on this mammoth challenge bringing the festive spirit to the beautiful North Downs. This event is welcoming to both seasoned athletes and those new to long-distance running. Come for an epic experience taking in the stunning Kent scenery.

Embrace Ultra

Winter Wanderlust Races

Y﻿ou will truly deserve your Christmas lunch after this Marathon and Half Marathon event. This flat route takes runners on scenic loops around Caldecotte Lake. Enjoy the crisp, winter lakeside views and earn your finisher's medal as you cross the finish line.

The Christmas Die Hard Marathon & Half Marathon

These winter marathons and half marathons are just what you need to keep the legs pumping in the lead up to Christmas. You'll follow a route that hugs Caldecotte Lake, providing stunning waterfront views. Reach the finish to earn your bespoke finisher's medal to commemorate your achievement.

X-Wing-Mas Marathon & Half Marathon

Get in the festive spirit and take part in the Leeds & Liverpool Christmas Cracker. Runners of all levels will enjoy competing in events from a 5k to an Marathon. Come to take advantage of the festive atmosphere.

It's Grim up North Running

Crikey its the Christmas Cracker 2024

Dachsund Through the Snow Christmas Jumper Big Bobble Run

Join the 2nd day of this 2-day event to send off 2022 in style. Offering multiple distances, this coastal run guarantees to burn off that Christmas turkey and start your New Year's fitness goals early. Make sure to come along to earn your finisher's medal and goodies.

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Marathon Events in December in United Kingdom 2024-2025

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