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.
Sign up now for a guaranteed place on the start line on Sunday, 13th September 2026!
This famous event takes you from Newcastle-upon-Tyne to a finish along the seafront at South Shields.
There are also Mini & Junior events for children on the Saturday!
Join #Teamshine with a guaranteed place in the UK's third largest marathon on Sunday, 12th April 2026.
Offering a stunning coastal backdrop, runners will see the best the city has to offer whilst running along the glorious seafront.
Is a marathon too far? Have a look at the Brighton & Hove 10K! Or there's the 1mile Brighton Miles to run, jog, walk or wheel!
Brighton Marathon - Find out more
All of our charity places have been filled but you're very welcome to join our waiting list!
Join #TeamShine at this extremely popular half marathon on Sunday, 12th April 2026.
From cultural landmarks & heritage to the city's quirky & hidden secrets, runners get to explore London on a route like no other!
Take part in the very popular Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris on Sunday, 12th April!
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!
Almost sold out!
Join #TeamShine at one of the world’s most popular marathons on Sunday, April 19th 2026.
The Adidas Manchester Marathon is the second largest in the UK after London and is famous for its fast, flat and friendly route!
Let us know if you'd love to run for Shine with your own place!
Due to the high volume of applications we've received for our charity places we are no longer accepting any new ones.
If you have your own ballot or good for age place though we'd love you to join #TeamShine at this amazing event.
Take on the London Marathon MyWay on Sunday, April 26th!
Whether you want to amble along country lanes or power over hills, the TCS London Marathon MyWay is your chance to complete 26.2 miles however and wherever you wish on Marathon Day. And you'll get the coveted London Marathon medal & T-shirt!
Join #TeamShine at the extremely popular Cardiff Half Marathon on Sunday, October 4th 2026.
This flat, fast and iconic event will take you past Wales’ capital city’s most breath-taking scenery and landmarks.
Sign up for a guaranteed place in the UK's second largest half!
Charity places are available in the full & half marathons!
The ABP Newport Marathon Festival will return for 2026 on Sunday 19th April, offering a thrilling festival of running with marathon, half marathon, 10K and mile race options.
There's also junior races on the same day, including a Toddler Dash, a family Fun Run and a Future Challengers race.
Join #TeamShine at the Milano Marathon on Sunday, 12th April 2026!
Over 13,000 runners will gather in the centre of this famous Italian city to take part in one of the most engaging and popular sporting events in Italy.
We've filled all of our places, but if you have your own we'd love you to run for us!
One of the UK's biggest and most beautiful closed road Half Marathons is back on Sunday, 8th March 2026!
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 at South West England's biggest half marathon on Sunday, 15th March 2026.
Take part in the Bath Half and run with over 12,000 others - whether you’re an experienced runner or a total novice, this event is perfect for everyone!
There's also the Bath Miles - a 1-mile Fun Run for all ages & abilities
Take part in the very popular Hackney Half Marathon and race through East London on Sunday, May 17th 2026! 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!
On Sunday 10th May 2026, take on the very popular Leeds Half Marathon with #TeamShine!
Join thousands of participants taking part in this fabulous event through Leeds and the surrounding countryside..
Join #TeamShine at this very popular 10K on Sunday, 12th July 2026!
You'll dash past famous central London sights, including Big Ben, the London Eye & the River Thames in a 10K race to remember.
Suitable for a complete beginner or a seasoned runner, the Vitality London 10,000 on Sunday, 27th September 2026 is an unmissable event for you to enjoy.
Starting on The Mall this great 10K will take you past some of London's most famous & impressive landmarks.
And there's also the family friendly Vitality Westminster Mile the day before!
Take on the York 10K in this amazing city on Sunday, August 2nd!
It has been described as one of the country’s most beautiful city runs and it offers runners the unique opportunity to race through the heart of this historic city.
There's also Mini & Junior Runs on the same day!
Join #TeamShine on this stunning event on Sunday, 11th October 2026.
The run is on closed roads and will take you through 4 of the 8 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.
This event is one of the longest established & most popular city centre road events in the UK — join #TeamShine on Sunday, 27th September, 2026.
The single lap, 13.1 mile (21.1km) traffic free course in Nottingham is great for both seasoned runners & beginners. And there's also the 2.5k/1.5mile Mini Marathon Fun Run!
Join #TeamShine at the Great Manchester Run on Sunday, May 31st 2026! Take part in either the 10K run or the half marathon and have an amazing experience.
There's also the Junior & Mini Runs for children on the Saturday!
Join #TeamShine for the Great Birmingham Run on Sunday, 3rd May 2026! Take on either the 10K run or the half marathon at this fabulous event!
There's also the Junior & Mini Runs for children on the Saturday!
Take on this fast and flat route, perfect for beginners and PB chasers alike on Sunday 18th October. You'll run past iconic landmarks and enjoy some breath-taking sea views.
And for children and families there's also the Junior & Mini Great South Runs the day before!
Join #TeamShine at the Great Bristol Run on Sunday, May 10th 2026. Take on either the 10K run or the half marathon for Shine!
There's also the Junior & Mini Runs for children on the Saturday!
Join #TeamShine at this fabulous Running Festival in the beautiful Grounds of Hillsborough Castle on Sunday, July 26th 2026.
Take part in either the 10K or Half Marathon!
This event is now sold out!
Sign up to take on the fabulous Barcelona Marathon for Shine on Sunday, 15th March 2026.
Enjoy a fantastic, fast course in this popular and vibrant European city!
Sold out!
On Sunday, 3rd May 2026, take part one of the UK's leading marathons, the Belfast City Marathon!
Whether you're a first timer or an experienced runner this event offers something for everyone!
Wheelchair participants are also welcome.
Run, jog, walk, wheel or push for fun this Christmas!
There are lots of Santa Fun Runs around the country - why not sign up to take part in one near you and support Shine at the same time!
Click on one of the buttons below to find one to suit you and then just let us know and we'll be in touch
There's lots of choice for children, families and adults to take on a 'fun run' in 2026 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!
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 & our friendly fundraising team will be there to support you.
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!
Book your Tough Mudder charity spot or get your own place in one of the others below. 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
