Blackpool Festival of Running

About this event

The Blackpool Festival of Running brings together a weekend of races along England's famous seaside promenade. Saturday features 10K, 5K, and 2K events, while Sunday showcases the marathon and half marathon. Runners follow the seafront with the Irish Sea alongside, passing iconic landmarks like Blackpool Tower and the historic piers. The flat, coastal route makes for fast times, and the festival atmosphere adds energy to every step. Staggered start times let keen runners tackle multiple distances across the weekend. The crowds bring typical Blackpool warmth, and the seaside setting adds a holiday feel to the racing. Finishers earn medals, with marathon and half marathon runners also receiving technical shirts. It's a solid choice for anyone chasing a PB or simply enjoying racing by the sea.