Great Manchester 10k and Half Marathon

About Great Manchester 10k and Half Marathon

  • Date: 31st May 2026
  • Location: Manchester
  • Registration Fee: £25 / £30
  • Fundraising Target: £250 / £300
  • Distance: 10k or 13.1 miles - Half Marathon
  • Registration deadline: 30th April

Grab one of our limited places and be part of Manchester’s original and best-loved running event and make the impossible possible for children and their families.

The AJ Bell Great Manchester Run is the city’s original and best-loved running event – over 99% of runners say they’d recommend it to a friend. And in true Mancunian style, it’s a party from start to finish, with a high-energy soundtrack, live music and entertainment zones at every turn – plus, some of the loudest and most enthusiastic local support seen anywhere in the UK.

Already got your own place? Let us know on challenges@lifelites.org.

Why join #TeamLifelites / Why run for Lifelifes

You’ll be powering inclusion for children and young people and their families across the UK and Ireland, by helping to provide moments of fun, connection and creativity. Hear from past runners and discover the support we offer to all our supporters.

Sign up today and you’ll get:
  • A Lifelites branded running t-shirt to help you look the part*
  • A Lifelites branded water bottle to help you keep hydrated on your run**
  • Ongoing support from our fundraising team – your personal cheerleaders
  • A fundraising pack and materials to help you with fundraising and training tips
  • An amazing sense of achievement for yourself and the children and families you’ll be supporting

*You’ll get your t-shirt 3 weeks before your event providing you’ve raised £150
**Receive a water bottle once you’ve hit the £300 mark

FAQs

Can I sign a team up to take part?

Of course! If you would like to enter a team, please email challenges@lifelites.org to have a chat. Place are limited, so we cannot guarantee charity places for your required number.

Do I have to be an expert runner to take part?

No! The AJ Bell Great Manchester Runs see runners of all abilities taking part. Whether you run regularly, find yourself to be a bit of an expert, or more of an occasional couch to 5ker, everyone is welcome!

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