Cheltenham Running Festival
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Event overview
The Cheltenham Running Festival takes place at Cheltenham Racecourse on Sunday 14 June 2026. The event offers chip-timed races over the following distances:
- 5k
- 10k
- Half Marathon
A kids race is also included. Race packs include a timing chip that slots into the shoe laces to record start and finish times.
Course and logistics
The course is a flat 5k loop within the racecourse grounds, mostly tarmac with some gravel and soft-surface sections. The race format is 1 lap for the 5k, 2 laps for the 10k, and 4 laps for the half marathon. Bottled water is available at the 5k mark (passed once on the 5k, once on the 10k, and three times on the half marathon), and a bottle of water is provided at the finish.
Registration desks and race number collection are in the event village. An informal baggage area is provided in a building in the event village; baggage tags are attached to race numbers. Results appear on the RunThrough results page straight away and are also sent by post-race email; many results will appear on RunBritain and Power of 10.
Age minimums: 5k age 11, 10k age 15, half marathon age 17. Cheltenham Racecourse has a large free car park. Dogs are not permitted on the race course; they may spectate on a lead in the event village. Entries normally close 48 hours before the event and on the Friday for Sunday events. Refunds are not offered; transfers are available under the event’s stated rules. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
