Nottingham Running Festival

Nottingham, United Kingdom • 30 Aug 2026

Event details

The Nottingham Running Festival takes place on Sunday 30th August 2026 at Nottingham Racecourse in Colwick Park, Colwick Rd, Nottingham NG2 4BE. The event supports Nottinghamshire Hospice. Entry prices listed range from £10 to £80 with specific race fees shown for each distance.

Races

  • Half Marathon
  • 10K
  • 5K
  • Junior Race

The course is described as fast and flat with lakeside paths, wide open trails, and a section inside the racecourse. Terrain is a mix of road and gravel. Elevation and lap details provided are: half marathon elevation 20 m with multiple laps; 10K elevation 10 m with two laps; 5K elevation 5 m with one lap. The junior race uses road terrain.

What entries include

Entries include a themed medal, free race photos, chip-timed results, and post-race goodies. The event provides marshals along the course and an event village with food and drink options and partner freebies. An optional technical T-shirt from RunThrough Kit is offered for £12 with the event logo; the stated retail value is £22. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Junior Race
Nottinghamshire Hospice Charity Place
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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