Birmingham Running Festival
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Birmingham Running Festival - Sutton Park, 20 December 2026
The Birmingham Running Festival takes place at Sutton Park in Sutton Coldfield on 20 December 2026. The event supports Midlands Air Ambulance Charity and offers multiple race distances on road surfaces within the park.
Available race distances:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Junior race for under-11s
Entries include a unique themed medal, free race photos, chip-timed results, post-race goodies and a secure bag drop. Route maps and kilometre markers are provided, and water stations are positioned around the course with a bottle available at the finish. Portable toilets are provided in the event village and there is a secure marquee for baggage.
Accessibility information states that buggy runners and wheelchair athletes are welcome and should remain mindful of other competitors when overtaking. Dogs are not allowed for runners or spectators. Spectators are advised to stay in the event village to view the start and finish or to be respectful if they move onto the course.
Parking on site is very limited; there are several car parks within a 15-minute walk of the event village. The main entrance at Town Gate is a short walk from central Sutton Coldfield bus and rail stations, and cycle parking is available in the park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
