Bristol Run Series event schedule
Join us in-person for events throughout the year and be part of the #WeAreBristol community.
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Register to take part in the The Bristol Run Series 2025-26
- University of Bristol 2.5 K coach supported run
- Event date: 19 November 2025
- Location: Indoor Sports Centre, Bristol
- Registration deadline: 12 November 2025 at 12 pm (noon)
You can walk, jog, or run the route - whatever you decide. There’ll also be the opportunity to ask questions to our running experts, and meet and mingle with other participants. - Ashton Court parkrun 5 K
- Event date: 24 January 2026
- Location: Ashton Court, Bristol
- Registration through the parkrun website
Put your training into practice at Ashton Court parkrun! Set yourself a personal best, take the next step to running a further distance... and enjoy the views from the hills of the Ashton Court grounds. - University of Bristol 5 mile paced training run
- Event date: 15 March 2026
- Location: Underfall Yard Café, Bristol City Centre
- Registration deadline: 10 March 2026
This training run is designed to allow you to bridge the gap from your previous run to your final pathway distance. Use this event to challenge yourself alongside peers and pick a pacer to help you get to your 5 mile mark feeling prepared for your final event, the Great Bristol 10 K! - University of Bristol 10 mile paced training run
- Event date: 15 March 2026
- Location: Underfall Yard Café, Bristol City Centre
- Registration deadline: 10 March 2026
This event is about pacing and being immersed in the heart of the city with like-minded people in small, paced run groups. The reward at the end is a medal, food and refreshments right on the harbour waterside in the heart of the historic Underfall Yard. - AJ Bell Great Bristol 10 K
- Event date: 10 May 2026
- Location: Bristol City Centre
- Registration deadline: 12 April 2026
- This event sold out last year, secure your place now
You’ll take part in this event starting in the heart of Bristol with the Great Bristol 10 K – an inclusive and exciting experience for everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just taking your first steps in the world of running, this event welcomes all abilities. - AJ Bell Great Bristol Half Marathon
- Event date: 10 May 2026
- Location: Bristol City Centre
- Registration deadline: 12 April 2026
- This event sold out last year, secure your place now
A University bucket-list experience - students, staff and alumni come as one in a sea of red, running together through our amazing city #WeAreBristol. Immerse yourself in the historic beauty of Bristol as the route takes you through iconic landmarks, charming streets and scenic spots. It’s more than a run, it’s an exploration of our unique and incredible city.
Coming soon!
- Interval training run
- Date and registration coming soon!
- An interval training run to help support you as you progress in your running fitness
- 10 K training run
- Date and registration coming soon!
- Your second in-person event on pathway 2
Virtual event schedule: Pathway 1
Event | Start date | End date |
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2.5 K | 7 November 2025 | 23 November 2025 |
5 K | 16 January 2026 | 25 January 2026 |
5 Mile | 13 March 2026 | 29 March 2026 |
10 K | 24 April 2026 | 10 May 2026 |
Virtual event schedule: Pathway 2
Event | Start date | End date |
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5 K | 16 January 2026 | 25 January 2026 |
10 K | 7 February 2026 | 22 February 2026 |
10 Mile | 13 March 2026 | 29 March 2026 |
Half Marathon | 24 April 2026 | 10 May 2026 |