Birmingham Running Festival
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Birmingham Running Festival - September 2026
The Birmingham Running Festival takes place on Sunday 6th September 2026 in Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield (B73 6BT). The event offers multiple race distances over road and gravel terrain through the park near Birmingham city centre.
Available distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon
- RunThrough Foundation Place (no fundraising required)
- Junior Race
Elevation information provided for the main races indicates varied terrain: the half marathon shows an elevation gain of 306 m, the 10K 144 m, the 5K 72 m, and the junior race 14 m. Chip timing is used for results, and entries include a unique themed medal, free race photos, and post-race goodies. A technical event t-shirt from RunThrough Kit is offered as an optional purchase at a reduced price compared with its retail value.
Event services include a team of marshals to guide participants, an event village with food and drink options, and free items from partners at the finish area. Organiser information mentions sustainability as a developing focus for the series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
