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Why Run Leicester
Embark on an extraordinary journey through the heart of our vibrant city with the Run Leicester Half Marathon and 10K- an experience like no other!
You can anticipate an exhilarating atmosphere on the day, charged with cheers, chants and celebrations, propelling you through the 10K or 13.1mile route. Spectators, you are a huge part of the excitement too! Join us in the runners’ village or line the route to add energy to this iconic event and support your friends and family.
So, mark your calendars as the highly anticipated Run Leicester Festival is back on Sunday 26th October 2025, promising an unforgettable fusion of athleticism and community spirit!
Why Run Leicester?
The Run Leicester Festival will showcase our wonderful city like never before. Home to an incredible running community, Run Leicester will see thousands of runners take to the streets of our wonderful city across different distances in celebration of all things running. Soak up the race day atmosphere by taking part in the Run Leicester Marathon and Half Marathon, or cover a shorter distance as part of a relay team.
Want to know more?
With a fresh focus on creating an extraordinary race atmosphere for everyone involved, the Run Leicester Festival is always a thrilling event! Starting and finishing at the picturesque backdrop of Leicester’s leafy Victoria Park, the much-loved half marathon and 10k routes will guide you through the streets and parks of the city centre, offering a scenic experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or contemplating your first-ever half marathon, the Run Leicester Festival is tailor-made for you. The inclusive nature of the event ensures that participants of all levels can enjoy the excitement.
It’s not just about the run at the Run Leicester Festival, every step you take holds significance. All proceeds from the event are donated to our official charity partner, LOROS Hospice. Your participation directly contributes to the specialised care of thousands of terminally ill patients and their families, making each stride a meaningful one.
Join us at the finish line, where your efforts won’t just be a personal achievement but also a collective impact on the lives of those in need. See you there!
So, what’s new?
Run Leicester is a complete re-invention of the Leicester Marathon and Half Marathon with a renewed focus on creating a fantastic race atmosphere for all. Later this year, we’ll be announcing a newly revised route, taking in more of Leicester’s iconic sites in the city centre. Expect entertainment to keep you going all around the route, and look forward to being welcomed back into our newly re-designed race arena on Victoria Park.
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Get involved
The Run Leicester Festival is not just for runners. Everybody is welcome to soak up the atmosphere and be a part of the big day. Be inspired, show your support by cheering and enjoy a day of entertainment throughout the route.
You could even go the extra mile if you find yourself with time to spare. We are always looking for eager volunteers to help make the event a success. From marshalling or handing out medals and water on the day, to championing the event in the community and recruiting racers, we want to hear from you!
If you and your business are keen to be a part of Run Leicester, we also have fantastic Sponsorship opportunities on offer.
Get involved
Run Leicester is not just for runners. Bring the family along and inspire the kids to keep fit as you soak up the race day atmosphere and cheer everyone on. Or if you find yourself with a day to spare why not volunteer your time and help make the event a success. We’re also on the lookout for groups to provide entertainment as well as having some incredible benefits to offer businesses in partnership.
Check out the footage from the 2024 event to see what people love most about Run Leicester, whether you’re running, volunteering or cheering everyone on around the route it’s always a brilliant day out.
Register your place today
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Our Partners
We have some incredible opportunities and benefits for both local and national companies to get involved. Leicester has such an active running community and through partnership with Run Leicester we’d love to work with you to showcase your brand as part of the Run Leicester Festival. Please do get in touch to find out more, we’d love to hear from you.