Whatever your distance, there’s a run or wheelchair race out there for you. Have a look at the events below and if you can't find what you're looking for, get in touch and our friendly Fundraising Team can help find the best event for you.
Applications for 2024 places have closed. If you have your own place though we'd love you to run for Shine!
Join #TeamShine at the biggest running and fundraising event of the year and make a real difference to people living with Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus.
Take part in this famous marathon - join 50,000 runners starting from Greenwich and going past some of London’s most famous landmarks before finishing on The Mall with Buckingham Palace behind you. Soak up the amazing atmosphere as you go, with thousands of people along the route cheering you on!
This event is now sold out, but you can join our waiting list!
Take on the world's biggest half marathon on 8th September 2024 for Shine!
This famous event will take you from Newcastle-upon-Tyne to a finish along the seafront at South Shields, helped along by an amazing atmosphere and cheering crowds.
There's also the Junior, Mini and Mini 50 events the day before for children and families.
Join #TeamShine by taking part in this famous marathon!
Starting from Greenwich, you'll join 50,000 or so other participants and run past many of London’s most famous landmarks before finishing on The Mall with Buckingham Palace as a backdrop. Soak up the amazing atmosphere as you go, with thousands of people along the route cheering you on!
Apply now to be considered for one of our limited number of places.
Join #TeamShine at this extremely popular half marathon on April 6th, 2025!
The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a closed road, central London run and is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and the City of Westminster!
Whether you're an inexperienced or seasoned runner this is an event for you!
Join #TeamShine and take part in the UK's third largest marathon on April 6th 2025.
This event offers a stunning coastal backdrop, taking runners past the best the city has to offer whilst running along the glorious seafront.
Take part in the very popular Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris on April 13th 2025!
Starting on the famous Champs-Elysees the route will take you through scenic Paris, passing by historical monuments and beautiful landmarks before finishing on Avenue Foch.
Join #TeamShine at one of the world’s most popular marathons on April 27th 2025.
The Adidas Manchester Marathon is now the second largest marathon in the UK after London and is famous for its fast, flat and friendly route.
On Sunday 12th May 2024, take on the popular Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon with #TeamShine!
Over 10,000 participants will take on this fabulous event through Leeds and the surrounding countryside, starting and finishing at Headingley Stadium.
Join #TeamShine for the Great Birmingham Run on Sunday, 5th May 2024!
Take on either the 10K run or the half marathon.
Or, how about the Junior or Mini runs for children on the same day?
Join #TeamShine at the Great Manchester Run on Sunday, May 26th!
Take part in either the 10K run or the half marathon.
There's also the Junior and Mini runs the day before - giving the younger ones their own day to take centre stage!
Join #TeamShine at the Great Bristol Run on Sunday, May 19th 2024.
Take on either the 10K run or the half marathon.
Or, on the same day, how about the Family Run? A fun and frenzied mile for runners aged 3+.
You've probably heard of the Great North Run - but what about the Great North 10K?
The AJ Bell Great North 10K on July 7th, 2024, will take you along a route showcasing some of the most iconic sights of the North East, from river views to stunning architecture.
Join #TeamShine today!
Join #TeamShine at this fabulous Running Festival in the beautiful Grounds of Hillsborough Castle on Sunday, July 28 2024.
Take part in either the 5K, 10K or Half Marathon!
John #TeamShine at this very popular 10K on Sunday, 14th July 2024!
Dash past famous central London sights, including Big Ben, the London Eye and the River Thames in a 10K race to remember.
Sign up today!
Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned runner, the Vitality London 10,000 is an unmissable mass participation event for you to enjoy. Join #TeamShine on Sunday, September 22nd 2024.
Starting on The Mall this great 10K event will take you past some of London's most famous and impressive landmarks.
And coming soon - the Vitality Westminster Mile Family event!
The Cardiff Half Marathon has grown into one of the largest and most exciting road races in Europe — come and join the event with #TeamShine on Sunday, October 6th 2024.
It is Wales’ largest mass-participation and multi-charity fundraising event and the second largest half in the UK.
Join #TeamShine on this stunning event on Sunday, 13th October 2024.
The 13.1-mile route is run on closed roads and will take you through four of the eight Royal Parks: Hyde Park, Green Park, St James’s Park and Kensington Gardens, as well as past iconic landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and the Royal Albert Hall.
Sign up to take part in this stunning and very popular seafront race on Sunday, 20th October 2024.
Take on this fast and flat route, perfect for beginners and PB chasers alike, that takes in scenic Southsea and the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
And for children and families there's also the Junior & Mini Great South Runs the day before!
Join us for a unique opportunity to run either a Marathon or 10 miles in and around the historic city of York, as part of the Yorkshire Marathon Festival on Sunday, October 20th 2024.
The Robin Hood Half Marathon is one of the longest established and most popular city centre road events in the UK — join #TeamShine on Sunday, 29th September, 2024.
This single lap, 13.1 mile (21.1km) traffic free course is great for both seasoned runners and beginners alike.
This event is now sold out for 2024, but if you have your own place we'd love you to run for Shine!
Take on this 26.2-mile challenge and join one of the world’s most popular marathons with #TeamShine on Sunday, 14th April 2024.
The Adidas Manchester Marathon is now the second largest marathon in the UK after London and is famous for its fast, flat and friendly route.
This event is now sold out for 2024! If you have your own place though we'd love you to run for us!
Entries for the 2025 event will open soon!
Take part in the Hackney Half Marathon and race through East London on Sunday, May 19th 2024! With live bands and entertainment throughout the course, this isn't just a race, it's a full-on festival!
Entries for this event have now closed! If you have your own place though we'd love you to run for Shine!
The Leeds Half Marathon on Sunday, 12th May is one of Yorkshire’s biggest events of its kind.
On the same day as the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, this much-loved run usually attracts thousands of runners of all abilities and ages. So, whether you're a regular runner or a first timer this could be the event for you!
On Sunday, 5th May 2024, run one of Northern Ireland's favourite and biggest marathons, the Mash Direct Belfast City Marathon!
Whether you're up for taking on the Team Relay, 8 Mile Walk, Half Marathon or the full Marathon, the Belfast City Marathon offers something for everyone!
There's lots of choice for children and families to take on a 'fun run' in 2024 with the Great Runs having Junior, Mini and/or Family runs. Plus the Brighton Marathon Weekend has a Mini Mile for children and the Vitality London 10,000 also has the Vitality Westminster Mile for families!
These are great opportunities for children and parents to have some fun, enjoy the atmosphere and raise a few £s for Shine!
Have a look and see whether you'd rather choose Brighton, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Newcastle, London or Portsmouth!
If none of the events above take your fancy, you can choose any other race you wish to do! And you can click below for a list of lots of regional events you can sign up for. Whichever way you find an event, simply buy a place and then get in touch to let us know.
You'll have no minimum sponsorship target, we just ask you to raise as much as you can!
You'll receive your very own Shine running vest and the friendly fundraising team will be there to support you every step of the way.
If you're looking for the ultimate running challenge, an Ultra Marathon is for you. Get your own place, let us know, raise what you can and our friendly Fundraising Team will support you.
Here are some of our recommended races, or you can choose your own:
From Tough Mudder to the Spartan Race, there is a mud run or obstacle course to suit everyone around the country! Get your own place, let us know, raise what you can and have fun at the same time. Our friendly Fundraising Team is here to support you.
Come up with your own challenge in your local area and fundraise for Shine.
Whether you complete a half marathon in one day, 10k in one week or a marathon in a month, whatever your ability, you can get fit and fundraise for Shine.
You could even challenge yourself to run or wheel every day for a month.
Let us know what you're planning and our friendly Fundraising Team will support you.
If you've got your own place in a race or secured a #TeamShine charity place, now is the time to start fundraising.
Our work is almost entirely funded by the generosity of the general public which means every pound you raise as part of your fundraising is greatly appreciated
Entry will be opening soon!
Take part in the 5K, 10K, half marathon or kids race this November!
Starting, finishing and running on roads and paths within the theme park this is a great event! You'll have a great day out with theme park entry and access to all rides included in your ticket!
