Southampton Running Festival
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Event overview
The Southampton Running Festival takes place on Sunday 31st May 2026 in Southampton Common, beginning and ending within the common. The venue is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. The route runs through woodland, grassland, ponds, wetlands, lakes and parkland located in the central green space of the city. The advertised meeting point is The Avenue, Bishop's Waltham, Southampton SO32, UK.
Race details
Distances offered:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Junior Race
- RunThrough Foundation Place (no fundraising required)
Laps on the course are described as: Half Marathon - 6 laps plus an out-and-back section; 10K - 3 laps; 5K - 2 smaller laps. Each kilometre is marked with distance flags. Marshals are positioned on the course to guide runners.
Facilities and extras
An event village is planned with food and drink options and free partner-provided items at the finish. An event t-shirt with the event logo is available at a reported discount when purchased during checkout; the product is supplied by RT Kit. Organisers state a focus on sustainability for the event. Entry fees vary by distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
