Birmingham Running Festival
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Event overview
The Birmingham Running Festival takes place on Sunday 11 January 2026 at Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham (B73 6BT). The event is held in support of Birmingham Children’s Hospital. The organiser reports the event was booked 102 times in the last month.
Race distances
- 5K - £28 - Elevation gain 72 m
- 10K - £32 - Elevation gain 144 m
- Half Marathon - £34 - Elevation gain 306 m
- Junior Race - £10 - Elevation gain 14 m
- Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity Place - £80
Course and services
The route uses multi-terrain surfaces, described as road and gravel, within Sutton Park near Birmingham city centre. Each kilometre is marked with distance flags and marshals are positioned on the course. The event includes chip-timed results, a themed medal, free race photos and post-race goodies. An event village will offer food and drink options and free items from event partners. A discounted event t-shirt is available when purchased as part of entry. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
