The Run Leicester Festival 2025 returns on Sunday, 26 October 2025, offering runners the choice between a Half Marathon and a 10K, both set against the vibrant urban backdrop of Leicester, UK. Beginning and ending in Victoria Park, the course weaves through city streets, scenic parks, and lively neighbourhoods, enhanced by entertainment zones and enthusiastic local support. The festival promotes inclusivity and community spirit, attracting runners of all abilities and ages. Organized by Run Leicester, the event also supports LOROS Hospice, helping raise vital funds for terminally ill patients and their families. With its professionally managed races and feel-good atmosphere, it’s a standout event in the region’s running calendar.
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The Run Leicester Half Marathon 2025 takes place on Sunday, 26 October 2025, in Leicester, UK, starting and finishing at Victoria Park. This 13.1-mile road race guides runners through the city’s vibrant streets and green spaces, supported by cheering crowds and community spirit.
The Run Leicester 10K 2026, organised alongside the Half Marathon, takes place on Sunday, 26 October 2026, starting and finishing in Victoria Park at 9:15 AM. The scenic route follows Leicester’s Golden Mile, past the National Space Centre and Abbey Park, before winding through the city centre and finishing with the iconic climb up New Walk to the cheering crowds at the line.
The Run Leicester 10K 2025 will take place on Sunday, 26 October 2025, in Leicester, UK, alongside the Half Marathon event. Starting and finishing at Victoria Park, this fully paved road race offers a vibrant and supportive city atmosphere, ideal for both seasoned runners and enthusiastic first-timers.
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FAQs
What is the Run Leicester Half Marathon?
How long is the Run Leicester Half Marathon?
Where does the Run Leicester Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Run Leicester Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Run Leicester Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Leicester Half Marathon?
The Run Leicester Half Marathon 2025 takes place on Sunday, 26 October 2025, in Leicester, UK, starting and finishing at Victoria Park. This 13.1-mile road race guides runners through the city’s vibrant streets and green spaces, supported by cheering crowds and community spirit.
The Run Leicester Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Run Leicester Half Marathon takes place in Leicester, UK.
The Run Leicester Half Marathon elevation gain is 131 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Run Leicester Half Marathon?
The Run Leicester Half Marathon 2025 takes place on Sunday, 26 October 2025, in Leicester, UK, starting and finishing at Victoria Park. This 13.1-mile road race guides runners through the city’s vibrant streets and green spaces, supported by cheering crowds and community spirit.
How long is the Run Leicester Half Marathon?
The Run Leicester Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Run Leicester Half Marathon take place?
The Run Leicester Half Marathon takes place in Leicester, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Run Leicester Half Marathon?
The Run Leicester Half Marathon elevation gain is 131 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Run Leicester Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Leicester Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Run Leicester 10km?
How long is the Run Leicester 10km?
Where does the Run Leicester 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Run Leicester 10km?
How can I prepare for the Run Leicester 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Leicester 10km?
The Run Leicester 10K 2026, organised alongside the Half Marathon, takes place on Sunday, 26 October 2026, starting and finishing in Victoria Park at 9:15 AM. The scenic route follows Leicester’s Golden Mile, past the National Space Centre and Abbey Park, before winding through the city centre and finishing with the iconic climb up New Walk to the cheering crowds at the line.
The Run Leicester 10km is 10km long.
The Run Leicester 10km takes place in Leicester, UK.
Runna classifies the Run Leicester 10km elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Run Leicester 10km?
The Run Leicester 10K 2026, organised alongside the Half Marathon, takes place on Sunday, 26 October 2026, starting and finishing in Victoria Park at 9:15 AM. The scenic route follows Leicester’s Golden Mile, past the National Space Centre and Abbey Park, before winding through the city centre and finishing with the iconic climb up New Walk to the cheering crowds at the line.
How long is the Run Leicester 10km?
The Run Leicester 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Run Leicester 10km take place?
The Run Leicester 10km takes place in Leicester, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Run Leicester 10km?
Runna classifies the Run Leicester 10km elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Run Leicester 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Leicester 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Run Leicester 10K?
How long is the Run Leicester 10K?
Where does the Run Leicester 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Run Leicester 10K?
How can I prepare for the Run Leicester 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Leicester 10K?
The Run Leicester 10K 2025 will take place on Sunday, 26 October 2025, in Leicester, UK, alongside the Half Marathon event. Starting and finishing at Victoria Park, this fully paved road race offers a vibrant and supportive city atmosphere, ideal for both seasoned runners and enthusiastic first-timers.
The Run Leicester 10K is 10km long.
The Run Leicester 10K takes place in Leicester, UK.
Runna classifies the Run Leicester 10K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Run Leicester 10K?
The Run Leicester 10K 2025 will take place on Sunday, 26 October 2025, in Leicester, UK, alongside the Half Marathon event. Starting and finishing at Victoria Park, this fully paved road race offers a vibrant and supportive city atmosphere, ideal for both seasoned runners and enthusiastic first-timers.
How long is the Run Leicester 10K?
The Run Leicester 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Run Leicester 10K take place?
The Run Leicester 10K takes place in Leicester, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Run Leicester 10K?
Runna classifies the Run Leicester 10K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Run Leicester 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Run Leicester 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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