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.
Take on the world's biggest half marathon on 7th September 2025 for Shine!
This famous event takes you from Newcastle-upon-Tyne to a finish along the seafront at South Shields, helped along by an amazing atmosphere and cheering crowds.
There is also be the Junior, Mini and Mini 50 events the day before for children and families.
Our charity places have all been allocated, but if you have your own ballot or good for age place we'd love you to run for Shine!
Join #TeamShine with your own place 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 in your Shine running vest and join the 50,000 or so other runners in this fabulous event! Soak up the amazing atmosphere as you run along, with thousands of people along the route cheering you on!
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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.
Sign up to join #TeamShine and enjoy this fantastic event!
We've filled all of our charity places in the Marathon, but if you have your own we'd love you to run for us! Just let us know!
Join #TeamShine and take part in the UK's third largest marathon on April 6th 2025. It offers a stunning coastal backdrop, taking runners past the best the city has to offer whilst running along the glorious seafront.
Also on the same day is the Brighton & Hove 10K!
We've filled all of our charity places but if you have your own place we'd love you to run for us!
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!
On Sunday 11th May 2025, take on the popular Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon with #TeamShine!
Join over 10,000 participants taking on this fabulous event through Leeds and the surrounding countryside and starting and finishing at Headingley Stadium.
One of the UK's biggest and most beautiful closed road Half Marathons is back on Sunday 9 March 2025!
Join #TeamShine for an unforgettable experience at the TTP Cambridge Half Marathon, where you'll race through history on a fast, flat course that winds through the heart of Cambridge.
Join #TeamShine for the Great Birmingham Run on Sunday, 4th May 2025!
Take on either the 10K run or the half marathon at this fabulous event!
There's also the Mini & Junior Runs the day before the main event!
The Leeds Half Marathon on Sunday, 11th 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!
Join #TeamShine at the Great Manchester Run on Sunday, May 18th 2025!
Take part in either the 10K run or the half marathon and have an amazing experience.
There's also the Junior and Mini runs the day before - giving the younger ones their own day to take centre stage!
Take part in the very popular Hackney Half Marathon and race through East London on Sunday, May 18th 2025! With live bands and entertainment throughout the course, this isn't just a race, it's a full-on festival!
Sign up to join #TeamShine today!
Join #TeamShine at the Great Bristol Run on Sunday, May 11th 2025.
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+.
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 28th September 2025.
Starting on The Mall this great 10K event will take you past some of London's most famous and impressive landmarks.
And there's also the family friendly Vitality Westminster Mile!
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 5th 2025.
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, 12th October 2025.
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.
You've probably heard of the Great North Run - but what about the Great North 10K?
The AJ Bell Great North 10K on July 6th, 2025, 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 at this fabulous Running Festival in the beautiful Grounds of Hillsborough Castle on Sunday, July 27 2025.
Take part in either the 10K or Half Marathon!
Join #TeamShine at this very popular 10K on Sunday, 13th July 2025!
Previously known as the Asics London 10K, you'll dash past famous central London sights, including Big Ben, the London Eye and the River Thames in a 10K race to remember.
Join #TeamShine 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 19th 2025.
You'll enjoy running past iconic landmarks and in scenic countryside, supporting along the way by amazing cheering crowds!
Sign up to take part in this stunning and very popular seafront race on Sunday, 19th October 2025.
Take on this fast and flat route, perfect for beginners and PB chasers alike. You'll run past iconic landmarks including Portsmouth Harbour, the Historic Dockyard, HMS Victory and Southsea Castle and enjoy some breath-taking sea views.
And for children and families there's also the Junior & Mini Great South Runs the day before!
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, 28th September, 2025.
This single lap, 13.1 mile (21.1km) traffic free course is great for both seasoned runners and beginners alike.
And there's also the 2.5k/1.5mile Mini Marathon Fun Run!
On Sunday, 4th May 2025, 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!
This event is now sold out! However, if you have your own place we'd love you to run for us! Just let us know!
Join #TeamShine at one of the world’s most popular marathons on April 27th 2025.
The Adidas Manchester Marathon is now the second largest in the UK after London and is famous for its fast, flat and friendly route.
There's also the Mini and Junior Runs the day before!
There's lots of choice for children, families and adults to take on a 'fun run' in 2025 with various Junior, Mini and/or Family runs around the country.
These are great opportunities for children and adults to have some fun, enjoy the atmosphere and raise a few £s for Shine!
Have a look at the events above, or click on the button below, and see where you'd choose to take part!
Places in this event are now sold out, but if you have your own place we'd love you to run for us!
Sign up to take on the fabulous Barcelona Marathon for Shine on March 16th 2025.
Enjoy a fantastic, fast course in this popular and vibrant European city!
This event is now sold out! If you have your own place we'd love you to run for Shine though!
Join #TeamShine at South West England's biggest half marathon on Sunday 16th March 2025.
Take part in the 43rd BATHALF and run with 15,000 other runners - whether you’re an experienced runner or a total novice, this event is perfect for everyone.
If none of the events above are what you're looking for, you can choose any other race you wish to do!
Find your own, or you can click below for a list of lots of regional events you can sign up for, including some trail runs. 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 a Shine running vest or T shirt and our friendly fundraising team will be there to support you every step of the way.
There are lots of trail runs if you prefer to run off-road! And if you're looking for the ultimate running challenge, an Ultra Run is for you. Or how about a trail run that's also an Ultra?
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
