Durham City Run Festival

2026 Start List & Results 🔴🟣🟡🔵

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Medals medals medals 🥇🥈🥉

We’re so looking forward to cheering you all on across the finish line today and gifting you our 10th Anniversary special medals 🔴🟣🟡🔵

Race information is still open until 18.45 today at Freeman’s Quay 💜 Any issues or queries, head over there and our amazing team can help!

We’re delighted to continue our 10th Anniversary celebrations at the Gala Durham for the film screening of Paula Radcliffe: Chasing Stars followed by a live podcast recording with Steve Cram (Race Director of Durham City Runs), Kim McGuinness (North East Mayor), and Kate McPherson (Co-Founder of Durham Mums on the Run) 📽️🎤

PS. It’s coming home 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Durham City Harriers were out in full force last week ahead of our 5K & 10K, recceing our run routes 🏃

The harriers have 90 runners signed up from the club across the two events, two of which are a part of our brilliant pacing team:

* 5K 25-minute: Paul (Club Coach)
* 5K Tail Walker: Sarah (Club Member)

They’ll see you on the start line 🏁

What a way to kickstart our 10th Anniversary celebrations 🎉

This morning, we were joined by the amazing Paula Radcliffe & .2 who led a Paula’s Run Club Shakeout Run around the beautiful, historic streets of Durham. Bright and early, runners flocked to Radisson Blu Durham to run with the podcast hosts, where post-run we tucked into breakfast pastries and refreshments, courtesy of Radisson Blu 🥐

Thank you to all that joined us 🏃

Next up — we’re off to Gala Durham for the film screening of Paula Radcliffe: Chasing Stars followed by a live podcast recording with Durham City Runs Race Director, Steve Cram 📽️

Last few tickets are still available — link in our bio!

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As ever, if our FAQs don’t answer any of your questions, you’re welcome to email us at [email protected]. For now, here’s some more that may tick your boxes…✅

What if I forget my race number?

Please go to RACE INFORMATION. This will be clearly sign posted. One of the team will check your entry and issue you with an alternative race number. Please note, there is a small fee to replace your race number.

Roughly how long will it take to complete the course?

We would expect the majority of runners to complete the:

5k: 14 minx - 50 mins
10k: 30 mins – 1 hour 40 mins

Does the course go on any public roads with traffic?

Yes the course does take you along public roads, but they will all be closed/segregated to traffic for the duration of the race.

How will I know which way to go?

There will be course signage and marshals at all key junctions to ensure you don’t get lost.

Will there be any other activities available?

Yes there will be a range of activities available including sports massage, refreshments and music at the finish!

Will there be any refreshments?

A water station will be available for the 10K participants at approximately 5km. Each runner will be provided water on completion of the race.

What happens if it rains?

Some of the most successful events have happened in the rain. Our events will only be cancelled if there are severe weather conditions. Make sure you are suitably dressed for the event. If it is drizzling or cold bring a bin bag to put over your head it will keep you warmer and dry before you set off.

16 July 2026: 5K & 10K 🔴🟣🟡🔵
18 July 2026: Families On Track 

Supported by Durham County Council

Your official race guide key information is here 🎉

Everything you need to know ahead of the 2026 Durham City Runs Festival, as we celebrate our 10th Anniversary! It’s the biggest city runs to date and there is still time to enter.

Entries close at midnight tonight. Don’t miss out on the fun 🏃

Swipe for all the details you need…

🔴Race Number Collection
🟣Race Timings
🟡Course Maps
🔵General Info

Tag your race buddy to make sure they’re ready too 👫

See you at the start line!

durhamcityrunfestival.com

They think it’s all over…it’s not yet, entries for the 10th anniversary of the Durham City Runs are closing at MIDNIGHT TONIGHT.

Celebrate that it’s coming home and your 5K or 10K achievement with us on Thursay!

16 July 2026: 5K & 10K
18 July 2026: Families On Track 🔴🟣🟡🔵

Supported by Durham County Council

From volunteering, to entry fees and registration, we get it, there’s always a lot of pieces to the jigsaw puzzle of race day.

Here’s a few more FAQs to help, our full list can be found on durhamcityrunfestival.com

Can I volunteer at the event?

Yes! We welcome all individuals wanting to volunteer with the delivery of the event. Please register your interest by e-mailing [email protected]

If I have been sent my race number, do I need to register on the day?

No. Assemble at the start 15 minutes before your race start time, wearing your race number (incorporates your timing chip) and join the crowds by the start line.

Why is there an entry fee?

The entry fee covers all the unavoidable administrative and organisational costs that make sure the Durham City Run events are safe and enjoyable.

16 July 2026: 5K & 10K
18 July 2026: Families On Track 🔴🟣🟡🔵

Supported by Durham County Council