Run Media City
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About the race
Run Media City Christmas is a timed road and path event taking place on 19 December 2026 in MediaCity UK, Salford (MediaCity Piazza, M50 2EQ). The event offers three race categories and uses a 2.5 km loop that crosses the Millennium Bridge, passes the Imperial War Museum and runs around the ITV and BBC studios. The surface is tarmac and paved paths and the route has an elevation gain of about 4 m.
Distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- Juniors
Entries include a unique themed finisher medal, free race photos, chip-timed results, post-race goodies and a bag drop. Water is provided every 2.5 km and at the finish. There is a two hour race cut-off. Minimum ages apply: 15 for the 10K and 11 for the 5K. Race packs are posted in advance to those entered by early December, with later entries collecting at registration on the day. An optional event t-shirt is available as an add-on. Science in Sport is listed as the presenting partner and K3 Deal Advisory as an event partner; the event is organised by RunThrough and supports Salford Foodbank as the 2026 charity partner.
Event logistics note that the course is lapped, there will be an event village, and portable toilets and secure baggage storage are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
