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Birmingham Running Festival 5k

Date / Time

Length

3.11 miles (5.0 km)

Description

Race Through the Height of Summer at the Birmingham Running Festival In Support of Birmingham Children’s Hospital

on Sunday 19th July 2026

Join us at Sutton Park on Sunday 19th July 2026 for the Birmingham Running Festival in support of Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Choose your distance 5K, 10K, Half Marathon or Junior and take on the challenge through one of the most iconic parks in the UK.

Race Distances & Start Times

09:00 AM - Half Marathon
Elevation Gain: 306m
Cut-Off: 12:00 PM

09:45 AM - 10K
Elevation Gain: 144m
Cut-Off: 11:15 AM

09:55 AM 5K
Elevation Gain: 72m

11:30 AM - Junior Race
Elevation Gain: 14m

Terrain: Road/Gravel

Included in the entry

Unique Themed Medal

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Chip-timed results

Post Race Goodies

Type of Race

Road

Venue

Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6BT B73 6BT

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Entry Fee

In Advance : £26.00 (affiliated) £

On the Day : £26.00 (affiliated) £

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Race Website

www.runthrough.co.uk/event/birmingham-running-festival-july-2026

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