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Birmingham Running Festival 10k

Date / Time

Length

6.21 miles (10.0 km)

Description

Make It a September to Remember at the Birmingham Running Festival In Support of Birmingham Children’s Hospital

on Sunday 6th September 2026

Step into autumn with purpose at the Birmingham Running Festival on Sunday 6th September 2026. Support Birmingham Children’s Hospital as you race through scenic Sutton Park with options for a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or Junior distance.

Run along the historic roads once used by GB legends through one of the largest urban parks in Europe just minutes from Birmingham City Centre.

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

Free Race Photos

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 : £30.00 (affiliated) £

On the Day : £30.00 (affiliated) £

How to Enter

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Race Website

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

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