The AJ Bell Great Manchester Run is the city’s original and best-loved running event.
You'll enjoy a fast and flat city centre route running past icon landmarks.
In true Mancunian style, it’s a party from start to finish, with a high-energy soundtrack, live music and entertainment zones at every turn – plus, some of the loudest and most enthusiastic local support seen anywhere in the UK.
Have a look at last year's highlights video and see what the runners had to say.
And you can click here to see the 10K route.
Don’t miss out... sign up today for a place in this popular event!
If you'd prefer a longer challenge, why not look at the Half Marathon run instead?
Date: Sunday 31st May 2026
Location: Manchester
Registration fee: £20
Minimum sponsorship pledge: £150
The minimum age to take part is 15 as of race day.
When you join #TeamShine you will receive:
Shine has a limited number of charity places available. Book your spot on the start line today by clicking ‘sign up now’. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so act fast to avoid disappointment.
Do you have your own place?
If you have a general entry place in the race, we would love to have you as a part of #TeamShine!
With no minimum sponsorship pledge or registration fee, we simply ask you to raise as much as you can to support members and families affected by spina bifida and hydrocephalus. Plus, you'll have access to all the great benefits above.
To join Shine with your own place, complete this short form.
The Great Runs are suitable for wheelchair entries - please see the FAQs on their website for more information.
If you are a wheelchair participant and you will require an assistant/pusher, it is possible for that person to have a free place. Once you've signed up for your own place, please let us know and we'll advise on the next steps.
For more information about the event, please see the organiser's website.
If you need any more information before signing up, or have any questions for our fundraising team, please get in touch by completing this short form.