Race Entry Summary
Birmingham Running Festival January 2026
- RunThrough UK January 2026
Kickstart Your Year with the Birmingham Running Festival In Support of Birmingham Children’s Hospital on Sunday 11th January 2026
Kick off the new year with a running challenge at the Birmingham Running Festival in support of Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Held at Sutton Park in Sutton Coldfield, this event offers 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Junior races on a scenic multi-terrain route.
Take in the natural beauty of one of the UK’s largest urban parks, just minutes from Birmingham city centre, and follow in the footsteps of GB greats like Sir Mo Farah and Andy Vernon.
Race Distance & Start Times
09:00 am - Half Marathon
Elevation Gain: 306m
09:45 am - 10k
Elevation Gain: 144m
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
With RunThrough you can expect a friendly team of marshals to help guide you round the course and cheer you on to the finish, a lively and well-serviced event village with plenty of food and drink options including free goodies from our partners at the finish line after your hard effort.
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Event Location: Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6BT