There are running events in Oxford and across Oxfordshire for runners of any experience and ability. There are shorter distance races, like the Oxford Race for Life 5k and 10k races, with a fun, friendly, and family-focused atmosphere that is great for getting involved with the local community. There are also longer distance events like the Oxford Half Marathon and the Blenheim Palace Half Marathon that require more training but are hugely rewarding.
The annual Oxford Town and Gown race along a Oxford City Centre closed-road route, and finishing in the University Parks, with all profits going to Muscular Dystrophy UK.
World Heritage site Blenheim Palace in Woodstock is the magical location for this family-friendly fun run with a beautiful lakeside off-road section.
The Blenheim Palace Triathlon returns in 2026, offering swim, cycle and run challenges for all levels in a stunning UNESCO World Heritage setting. Spectators welcome with discounted Park and Gardens tickets.
The Race for Life Oxford is for everyone. This is thousands of people uniting with one purpose – to raise valuable funds for life-saving research.
A flat and fast 13.1 mile route through historic Oxford begining at Broad Street and finishing on Parks Road.
A flat and fast 13.1 mile route through historic Oxford begining at Broad Street and finishing on Parks Road.
The Race for Life Oxford is for everyone. This is thousands of people uniting with one purpose – to raise valuable funds for life-saving research.
The annual Oxford Town and Gown race along a Oxford City Centre closed-road route, and finishing in the University Parks, with all profits going to Muscular Dystrophy UK.
Celebrate the festive period and raise money for a good cause with the charity 5K Festive Fun Run at Ladygrove Park in Didcot.
The Blenheim Palace Triathlon returns in 2026, offering swim, cycle and run challenges for all levels in a stunning UNESCO World Heritage setting. Spectators welcome with discounted Park and Gardens tickets.
World Heritage site Blenheim Palace in Woodstock is the magical location for this family-friendly fun run with a beautiful lakeside off-road section.
