The AJ Bell Junior and Mini Great Bristol Run sees mini runners (aged 3-8) take on a 1.5km dash, while junior runners (aged 9-15) tackle a supercharged 2.5km sprint ahead of the Great Bristol Run the next day.
Expect a fun city centre route starting and finishing at College Green, photo opportunities, local spectators and lots of family fun.
Come and experience the perfect city centre celebration of running together – crazy costumes encouraged!
See the route map here.
See highlights from a previous year here.
On top of lots of high fives and cheering supporters and an incredible sense of achievement, all runners will get:
For this event sign up directly with the event organiser via their website and then please let us know by completing this short form.
Date: Saturday 9th May 2026
Location: College Green, Bristol
Registration fee: £17 is payable directly to the event organiser.
Minimum sponsorship pledge: There's no minimum sponsorship - just raise whatever you can!
Please note that Shine does not have any charity places in the Great Bristol Junior & Mini Runs - it's necessary to sign up with the event organiser to get places.
When you join #TeamShine you will receive:
Great Run events are inclusive and wheelchair friendly - for more information, please click here and scroll down to Wheelchair Entries.
Mini entrants (3-8 yrs) must run with a parent, each child should be entered into the event.
Junior entrants (9+) do not need to be accompanied by an adult, although this can be requested upon entry if required, each child should be entered into the event.
For more information on the events, please click here.
If you have any questions for our Fundraising Team, please get in touch by completing our enquiry form.
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