ABBATHON 5K & 10K Themed Run - Bournemouth
From Run Fanatics
- Date Sat 27th February 2027
- Time 11:30
- Location Bournemouth, Dorset
- Price £29.99 - £31.99
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Get ready to unleash your inner super trooper at the ABBATHON 5K & 10K Themed Run in Bournemouth! Organised by Run Fanatics, this vibrant event takes place on Saturday, February 27, 2027, in the beautiful surroundings of Bournemouth, Dorset. The ABBATHON is not just a race; it's a celebration that combines the thrill of running with the infectious energy of an ABBA tribute show. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a complete beginner, this event welcomes everyone to join in on the fun.
Participants can choose between a 5K or 10K route, both of which will be alive with ABBA's greatest hits, ensuring that you’ll be dancing your way around the course. Expect a live ABBA tribute performance, a DJ spinning classic tunes, and music guides to keep the tempo high. Plus, finishers will receive a special-edition medal and can even grab a limited-edition ABBATHON T-shirt. With professional photography to capture your best moments and post-race refreshments to refuel, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere for ABBA fans of all ages and fitness levels. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to run, jog, or walk while celebrating the timeless music
Participants can choose between a 5K or 10K route, both of which will be alive with ABBA's greatest hits, ensuring that you’ll be dancing your way around the course. Expect a live ABBA tribute performance, a DJ spinning classic tunes, and music guides to keep the tempo high. Plus, finishers will receive a special-edition medal and can even grab a limited-edition ABBATHON T-shirt. With professional photography to capture your best moments and post-race refreshments to refuel, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere for ABBA fans of all ages and fitness levels. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to run, jog, or walk while celebrating the timeless music
ABBATHON 5K & 10K Themed Run - Bournemouth
Sat 27th February 2027
Organiser's Description
ABBATHON brings together the fun of an ABBA tribute show with the buzz of a 5K or 10K run.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a complete beginner, or simply a devoted ABBA fan, ABBATHON is designed to be welcoming, accessible and full of feel-good energy from start to finish.
Run, jog, walk or dance your way around the course through one of the city’s most iconic parks, with ABBA hits keeping the atmosphere high every step of the way.
Whether you’re chasing a PB, running your first 5K, or just here for the ABBA vibes, ABBATHON is all about enjoying every step.
We’re taking the tribute act out of the pub and into the park for the whole family to enjoy, combining live music, a DJ, on-course music guides, professional photography and finisher’s medals to create a fully immersive themed race experience.
What to Expect:
🎤 ABBA Tribute Performance & Warm-Up – Our ABBA tribute act will perform live for at least 45 minutes plus a 10 minute warm up before the race kicks off
🎵 DJ and Sound Team – The atmosphere starts strong with ABBA’s biggest hits playing.
🏃 Music Guides – Run alongside our music guides, each carrying a speaker, so you can enjoy music as you run! While we can’t guarantee music coverage for the entire route, our team will be spread out to keep the tunes going.
🏅 Special-Edition Finisher’s Medal – A one-of-a-kind medal inspired by iconic ABBA elements. The perfect keepsake to show off your ABBATHON pride!
⏱ Chip-timed race – For those chasing a PB or wanting to track their pace, all runners will be provided with race bibs featuring chip timing. You’ll receive your official time after the run, so you can see how you did – whether you're racing competitively or just curious.
📸 Free Event Photographs – Professional photographers will capture some of the best running moments. Photos will be available for free on our website within 72 hours after the event to share and treasure.
💃 Dress the part (optional)– Come in your favourite ABBA-inspired outfit or recreate one of their iconic retro looks!
🍉 Post-Race Refreshments – Refuel with fresh fruit after you cross the finish line.
👕 Limited Edition ABBATHON Finisher’s T-Shirt (£19.99 extra cost)
✨ An inclusive, fun-filled atmosphere – Whether you're running, jogging, or walking, this event is for ABBA fans of all fitness levels.
From the live tribute performance to the music around the course and finisher’s medal, ABBATHON is a feel-good running experience like no other. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it.
Tribute Act: 10:00AM
Race Start: 11:30AM
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a complete beginner, or simply a devoted ABBA fan, ABBATHON is designed to be welcoming, accessible and full of feel-good energy from start to finish.
Run, jog, walk or dance your way around the course through one of the city’s most iconic parks, with ABBA hits keeping the atmosphere high every step of the way.
Whether you’re chasing a PB, running your first 5K, or just here for the ABBA vibes, ABBATHON is all about enjoying every step.
We’re taking the tribute act out of the pub and into the park for the whole family to enjoy, combining live music, a DJ, on-course music guides, professional photography and finisher’s medals to create a fully immersive themed race experience.
What to Expect:
🎤 ABBA Tribute Performance & Warm-Up – Our ABBA tribute act will perform live for at least 45 minutes plus a 10 minute warm up before the race kicks off
🎵 DJ and Sound Team – The atmosphere starts strong with ABBA’s biggest hits playing.
🏃 Music Guides – Run alongside our music guides, each carrying a speaker, so you can enjoy music as you run! While we can’t guarantee music coverage for the entire route, our team will be spread out to keep the tunes going.
🏅 Special-Edition Finisher’s Medal – A one-of-a-kind medal inspired by iconic ABBA elements. The perfect keepsake to show off your ABBATHON pride!
⏱ Chip-timed race – For those chasing a PB or wanting to track their pace, all runners will be provided with race bibs featuring chip timing. You’ll receive your official time after the run, so you can see how you did – whether you're racing competitively or just curious.
📸 Free Event Photographs – Professional photographers will capture some of the best running moments. Photos will be available for free on our website within 72 hours after the event to share and treasure.
💃 Dress the part (optional)– Come in your favourite ABBA-inspired outfit or recreate one of their iconic retro looks!
🍉 Post-Race Refreshments – Refuel with fresh fruit after you cross the finish line.
👕 Limited Edition ABBATHON Finisher’s T-Shirt (£19.99 extra cost)
✨ An inclusive, fun-filled atmosphere – Whether you're running, jogging, or walking, this event is for ABBA fans of all fitness levels.
From the live tribute performance to the music around the course and finisher’s medal, ABBATHON is a feel-good running experience like no other. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it.
Tribute Act: 10:00AM
Race Start: 11:30AM
Races
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ABBATHON 5K Run
Sat 27th February 2027 (11:30)
£29.99
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ABBATHON 10K Run
£31.99
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