Newcastle - Fun Inflatable 5k Obstable Course

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom • 22 Aug 2026

Inflatable 5K Newcastle, Northumberland

The Inflatable 5K in Newcastle is an outdoor obstacle course built from large inflatable structures, including slides and tunnels. The course is organised as repeating laps of a 2.5k loop, with lively music zones placed around the route.

Distance options are:

  • 2.5k one lap, 15 obstacles
  • 5k two laps, 30 obstacles
  • 10k four laps, 60 obstacles
  • 15k six laps, 90 obstacles

The 5k distance includes three additional obstacles compared with previous editions and five music zones along the course. Every participant receives a finisher's medal, a goodie bag and a post run drink. Event services listed include medical cover, event photography, a clearly marked route, an on course hydration station and toilets. Spectators have a free designated viewing area.

Participation rules and logistics are set out for families and groups. Children aged 5 to 15 must be accompanied by a paying participating adult with a maximum ratio of three children to one adult. Adult entries are for those aged 16 and over. Dogs are not permitted. Parking is charged at £5 per car and bag drop is available for £3 with size and content restrictions; bags are searched for safety. The event offers team and family discounts, charity ticket options, and a Blue Light Card discount. The Newcastle Charity of the Year for 2026 is the Percy Hedley Foundation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

15 km
15k
10 km
10k
5 km
2.5k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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