On 21 December 2025, runners will have a choice of three main road-based timed races: Half Marathon, 10 km, and 5 km, plus a shorter Junior race. The event is held entirely inside Sutton Park (Park Road, B73 6BT), using paved roads and paths; the Half Marathon is ~4 laps plus an additional out-and-back, 10 km is ~2 laps, and the 5 km is one lap. Start times begin at 09:00 AM for the Half Marathon, followed by the 10 km and 5 km, with the Junior race at around 11:30 AM. Included with entry are chip timing, a unique themed finisher medal, post-race goodies, refreshments, free official race photos, and mile/KM markers. The location is scenic, inside a 2,400-acre national nature reserve, not far from Birmingham city centre, and supports a community / festival atmosphere.
Races
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
Organized by RunThrough UK, the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon takes place on Sunday, 21 December 2025 at Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, UK, starting at 9:00 AM. The course consists of four laps of park roads and paths, with an additional “out & back” section, making it a challenging but scenic winter road-race experience.
Also organised by RunThrough UK, the 10K of this festival is held on 21 December 2025 at Sutton Park, Birmingham, with a 9:45 AM start. It covers two laps of the same park circuit used for the event, offering a shorter but still substantial road-run option.
The 5K event, part of the same festival by RunThrough UK, takes place on 21 December 2025 at Sutton Park, Birmingham, starting around 9:55 AM. Runners complete one lap of the park roads/paths, giving a shorter, more accessible distance for those seeking a lighter race or festive run.
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FAQs
What is the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon?
How long is the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon?
Where does the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon?
Organized by RunThrough UK, the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon takes place on Sunday, 21 December 2025 at Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, UK, starting at 9:00 AM. The course consists of four laps of park roads and paths, with an additional “out & back” section, making it a challenging but scenic winter road-race experience.
The Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon takes place in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, UK.
The Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon elevation gain is 306 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon?
Organized by RunThrough UK, the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon takes place on Sunday, 21 December 2025 at Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, UK, starting at 9:00 AM. The course consists of four laps of park roads and paths, with an additional “out & back” section, making it a challenging but scenic winter road-race experience.
How long is the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon?
The Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon take place?
The Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon takes place in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon?
The Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon elevation gain is 306 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Birmingham Running Festival Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Birmingham Running Festival 10km?
How long is the Birmingham Running Festival 10km?
Where does the Birmingham Running Festival 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Birmingham Running Festival 10km?
How can I prepare for the Birmingham Running Festival 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Birmingham Running Festival 10km?
Also organised by RunThrough UK, the 10K of this festival is held on 21 December 2025 at Sutton Park, Birmingham, with a 9:45 AM start. It covers two laps of the same park circuit used for the event, offering a shorter but still substantial road-run option.
The Birmingham Running Festival 10km is 10km long.
The Birmingham Running Festival 10km takes place in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, UK.
The Birmingham Running Festival 10km elevation gain is 144 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Birmingham Running Festival 10km?
Also organised by RunThrough UK, the 10K of this festival is held on 21 December 2025 at Sutton Park, Birmingham, with a 9:45 AM start. It covers two laps of the same park circuit used for the event, offering a shorter but still substantial road-run option.
How long is the Birmingham Running Festival 10km?
The Birmingham Running Festival 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Birmingham Running Festival 10km take place?
The Birmingham Running Festival 10km takes place in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Birmingham Running Festival 10km?
The Birmingham Running Festival 10km elevation gain is 144 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Birmingham Running Festival 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Birmingham Running Festival 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Birmingham Running Festival 5km?
How long is the Birmingham Running Festival 5km?
Where does the Birmingham Running Festival 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Birmingham Running Festival 5km?
How can I prepare for the Birmingham Running Festival 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Birmingham Running Festival 5km?
The 5K event, part of the same festival by RunThrough UK, takes place on 21 December 2025 at Sutton Park, Birmingham, starting around 9:55 AM. Runners complete one lap of the park roads/paths, giving a shorter, more accessible distance for those seeking a lighter race or festive run.
The Birmingham Running Festival 5km is 5km long.
The Birmingham Running Festival 5km takes place in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, UK.
The Birmingham Running Festival 5km elevation gain is 72 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Birmingham Running Festival 5km?
The 5K event, part of the same festival by RunThrough UK, takes place on 21 December 2025 at Sutton Park, Birmingham, starting around 9:55 AM. Runners complete one lap of the park roads/paths, giving a shorter, more accessible distance for those seeking a lighter race or festive run.
How long is the Birmingham Running Festival 5km?
The Birmingham Running Festival 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Birmingham Running Festival 5km take place?
The Birmingham Running Festival 5km takes place in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Birmingham Running Festival 5km?
The Birmingham Running Festival 5km elevation gain is 72 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Birmingham Running Festival 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Birmingham Running Festival 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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