Running Events
Are you a pro runner or wanting to start your running journey? We have the event for you!
Birmingham Running Festival 2026
Choose from either a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon. With distances to suit everyone, this is one you won’t want to miss!
Great South Run 2026
18 October 2026. This is a great 10 miler in Portsmouth as part of the AJ Bell Great South Run that you don’t want to miss!
Hertfordshire Half Marathon 2026
1 November 2026. Starting at Knebworth House, the Hertfordshire Half Marathon is a Road closed event which gives runners a rare opportunity to have the roads for themselves.
Santa in the City
This year’s festive fun 5k walks and runs will be held on December 8th, 9th & 10th 2026.
Bath Half 2027
14 March 2027. The GetPRO Bath Half is one of the UK’s most prestigious half marathons and is the largest charity fundraising event in south-west England.
Surrey Half Marathon 2027
21 March 2027. By running the Surrey Half Marathon you’ll enjoy an award-winning atmosphere in an accessible, central location, glorious scenery, and closed road routes.
Brighton Marathon 2027
4 April 2027. The Brighton Marathon is one of the UK’s favourite 26.2-milers and the race gets bigger and better every year.
Sheffield Half Marathon 2027
4 April 2027. A major event in the UK’s running calendar, the Sheffield Mutual Sheffield Half Marathon is South Yorkshire’s biggest event of its kind.
Manchester Marathon 2027
18 April 2027. The adidas Manchester Marathon is the UK’s second largest marathon drawing participants from all over the world to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester.
Leeds Half Marathon 2027
9 May 2027. The Leeds Half attracts runners of all abilities and ages. With a fantastically vibrant atmosphere guaranteed, this run could be right up your street.
Hackney Half Marathon 2027
16 May 2027. The Hoka Hackney Half is the highlight of London’s running calendar. This is an unforgettable weekend of movement, sport and entertainment.
2027 TCS London Marathon Ballot Places
25 April 2027. Run for Dementia Carers Count in one of the world’s greatest marathons.
Saucony London 10K 2027
Sunday 11 July 2027. Take on the most iconic 10K in the capital which takes in some of London’s most famous landmarks – including Westminster Bridge, The London Eye, Regent Street, Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben.
FAQs
Whether you’re taking on 26.2 miles or something shorter, every place helps us continue supporting dementia carers.
You can browse our featured events above to see what’s currently available and we also have access to places for hundreds of running events, which you can browse on our Run for Charity pages.
If the event you want to run in isn’t listed above please contact us to discuss what you have in mind and we’ll be more than happy to help.
Once you’ve chosen an event to take part in, the first step is to set up a fundraising page via JustGiving.
From there, it’s over to you to train and fundraise in the lead-up to race day — and our team is on hand throughout to support you all the way.