The JoinTheRun 10K weekend takes place over the May Bank Holiday weekend, giving you three days to complete your 10K — when and where it suits you.
No start lines. No pressure. No cut-offs.
Just a shared challenge you can complete anywhere in the UK between Saturday and Monday.
Run it steady. Run it hard. Run it for yourself.
However you do it — this is your run.
Event details
- Distance: 10K
- When: May Bank Holiday weekend (23rd Saturday – 25th Monday)
- Where: Anywhere in the UK
- Who: UK residents aged 16+
- How: Complete your 10K during the event window and upload to Strava
You have the full bank holiday weekend to complete your run!
Entry includes
- Custom finisher medal
- Exclusive partner discounts and goodies
- Printed thank-you card
- Access to the JoinTheRun Strava Club
- A community challenge to be part of
Entry fee:
- Early Bird: £10
- Standard: £12
How it works
- Sign up via JoinTheRun
- Join the JoinTheRun Strava Club
- Run a single 10K anywhere in the UK during the event window
- Upload your run to Strava (activity must be public)
- Submit your run via the completion form
- Your medal and thank-you card will be posted after the event
Proof of completion
To qualify as a finisher, participants must:
- Complete a single 10K run during the event window
- Upload the activity to Strava
- Ensure the activity is public
- Submit your run via the completion form.
This is a participation-focused event. There are no official rankings or results tables.
Important information
- This is a virtual, unsupervised event
- Participants take part entirely at their own risk
- Choose a safe route and only run if you are medically fit
- JoinTheRun is not affiliated with Strava
Full Terms and Conditions apply.
Why JoinTheRun?
JoinTheRun is a community project built to support everyday runners and grassroots running culture.
This event is about showing up, putting the miles in, and celebrating the finish — wherever it happens.
This is your run.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the JoinTheRun 10K Weekend?
The JoinTheRun 10K Weekend is a UK-only virtual running event taking place over the May Bank Holiday weekend. Participants complete a 10K run anywhere in the UK during the event window and submit proof of completion to receive a finisher medal.
When does the event take place?
The event runs from Saturday to Monday over the May Bank Holiday weekend. You can complete your 10K at any time during this three-day window.
Where does the run take place?
Anywhere in the UK. You choose your own route and run independently.
Who can take part?
The event is open to UK residents aged 16 or over. You do not need to be part of a running club to enter.
Is this a race?
No. This is a participation-focused event, not a competitive race. There are no official timings, rankings or results tables.
How much does it cost to enter?
Early Bird: £10 (first 100 entries)
Standard Entry: £12
Entry includes a finisher medal, thank-you card and UK postage.
What does my entry include?
Your entry includes:
A custom JoinTheRun finisher medal
A printed thank-you card
UK postage
Access to event instructions and support
How do I track my run?
You can use any running app or GPS device to track your run. You do not need to use Strava.
What counts as valid proof of completion?
We need clear proof that:
You completed at least 10.00km
The run was completed during the event weekend
The date and distance are visible
It was one continuous run
Proof can be a screenshot from your running app or GPS watch, or a public activity link.
Do treadmill runs count?
Treadmill runs are accepted only if the distance and date are clearly visible in the submitted proof.
How do I submit my run?
After completing your run, you’ll be directed to submit proof via the attendee page. This will be linked to you after checkout and in your confirmation email.
When will medals be posted?
Medals will be posted after the event weekend, once runs have been checked. Dispatch begins from the Tuesday following the event.
What if I can’t complete my run during the weekend?
Runs completed outside the official event window are not eligible for a finisher medal.
Can I transfer my entry to someone else?
Entries are non-transferable.
Are refunds available?
As this event includes custom medal production, entries are non-refundable once ticket sales close.
Why does JoinTheRun run paid events if it’s free to use?
JoinTheRun will always be free to use for runners and organisers. Entry fees for this event are used solely to cover event costs such as medals, postage, platform fees and insurance, and to support the ongoing JoinTheRun project.
