Bristol Run Series event schedule

• Launch event - Black History Month Run

  • Event date: 18 October 2025
  • Location: Ashton Court
  • Registration is open

  
  Join us and Black Trail Runners for an inclusive and beginner friendly social 5 K trail run as we commemorate Black History Month and celebrate the official launch of the Bristol Run Series. This is an inclusive, community focused run open to all paces and abilities - a chance to come together, connect, and kick off the series in the spirit of unity and movement.

• University of Bristol 2.5 K coach supported run

  • Event date: 19 November 2025
  • Location: Indoor Sports Centre, Bristol
  • Registration will open 13 October 2025

  
  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 will open on 13 October 2025

  
  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 will open in October 2025

  
  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 will open on 13 October 2025

  
  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 will open on 13 October 2025

  
  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 will open on 13 October 2025

  
  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.