Birmingham Running Festival

JAN
11
2026
Run through scenic Sutton Park and support Birmingham Children's Hospital with 5K, 10K, half marathon and junior races on mixed road and gravel trails. Enjoy chip timing, themed medals, free race photos and a lively event village.
Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Birmingham Running Festival takes place at Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6BT. The event supports Birmingham Children’s Hospital and offers multiple race options on a scenic, multi-terrain route. The course surface is listed as road and gravel and the route is described as passing through the park.

Races and course details

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • Half Marathon
  • Junior Race

Elevation gain is provided for each distance: the half marathon is listed with an elevation gain of 306 m, the 10K with 144 m, the 5K with 72 m, and the junior race with 14 m. Each kilometre on course is marked with distance flags and marshals will guide participants.

What is included

Entry includes a themed medal, free race photos, chip-timed results and post-race goodies. The event features a staffed event village with food and drink options and partner-provided freebies at the finish. A discounted event t-shirt can be added at checkout as part of the entry.

Location and logistics

The organiser lists Sutton Park in Sutton Coldfield as the event location. Terrain is mixed road and gravel and the route information and event logistics are provided by the organiser for participants. Prices for entry categories are listed on the organiser’s entry page. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Birmingham Children's Hospital Charity Place
Junior Race