Run Media City Christmas 5k & 10k
From RunThrough Events
- Date Sat 20th December 2025
- Time 09:30
- Location Salford, Greater Manchester
- Price £29.00 - £132.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Join us for the exhilarating Run Media City Christmas 5K & 10K event on Saturday, December 20th, 2025, organized by RunThrough Events! Set in the vibrant heart of Salford, Greater Manchester, this festive race invites runners of all levels to experience a scenic 2.5km loop that takes you past iconic landmarks, including the Imperial War Museum and the famous ITV and BBC television studios.
Whether you’re aiming for the 5K or the 10K, both races promise a flat and fast course perfect for setting personal bests. The 5K starts at 9:30 AM with two laps, while the 10K kicks off soon after, featuring four laps of excitement and cheer. Plus, junior runners can join in the fun with their race starting at 10:45 AM! Each kilometer will be clearly marked, and our enthusiastic volunteers will be there to motivate you every step of the way. Participants will receive a unique themed medal, free official race photos, chip-timed results, and delicious post-race goodies to celebrate your achievements. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration of running; we can't wait to see you there!
Whether you’re aiming for the 5K or the 10K, both races promise a flat and fast course perfect for setting personal bests. The 5K starts at 9:30 AM with two laps, while the 10K kicks off soon after, featuring four laps of excitement and cheer. Plus, junior runners can join in the fun with their race starting at 10:45 AM! Each kilometer will be clearly marked, and our enthusiastic volunteers will be there to motivate you every step of the way. Participants will receive a unique themed medal, free official race photos, chip-timed results, and delicious post-race goodies to celebrate your achievements. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration of running; we can't wait to see you there!
Run Media City Christmas 5k & 10k
Sat 20th December 2025
Organiser's Description
Come and join us for our next event in the 2025 Run Media City 5K & 10K Series on Saturday 20th December 2025
Starting and finishing in the centre of Media City you will head out around a 2.5km loop that runs over the canal and runs past the imperial war museum along with the ITV and BBC television studios.
Start Times:
5k & 10k – 9.30am
Junior Race – 10.45am
The race involves laps, the course is flat and quick. There will be 2 lap for the 5k, 4 laps for the 10k. The course follows the paths and pavements inside the centre of media city. This is not a closed road race. Each kilometre will be accurately marked out and we have plenty of helpers to encourage you on your way to the finish line.
What's included
Unique Themed Medal
Free official race photos
Chip-timed results
Post Race Goodies
Come and enjoy the day with us we hope to see you there!
Starting and finishing in the centre of Media City you will head out around a 2.5km loop that runs over the canal and runs past the imperial war museum along with the ITV and BBC television studios.
Start Times:
5k & 10k – 9.30am
Junior Race – 10.45am
The race involves laps, the course is flat and quick. There will be 2 lap for the 5k, 4 laps for the 10k. The course follows the paths and pavements inside the centre of media city. This is not a closed road race. Each kilometre will be accurately marked out and we have plenty of helpers to encourage you on your way to the finish line.
What's included
Unique Themed Medal
Free official race photos
Chip-timed results
Post Race Goodies
Come and enjoy the day with us we hope to see you there!
Races
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5 Km
£29.00
Booking for more than 1? -
10 Km
£29.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Group Entry
6 People, Any Distance
£132.00
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19 reviews
Good event , easy to find starting location , very clear path on where to go and volunteers + staff were really encouraging as they supported the runners all the way to the finish line.
My only minor complain is that for a 10k the race track was 4 laps so for some it can get a bit boring doing 4 laps but not the fault of the organisers it's likely the only area available.
Great event, very well organised and staff very professional. No issues running around on public footpaths as they were still in use, markers giving the kilometres along the route and marshals cheering everyone on. Really enjoyed it, only slight criticism my garmin watch was short by about 70 meters along the route so on the last lap had to nip through the cones to make up the distance otherwise would have ended short on my watch. Not sure what happened could have been me cutting corners or slight error in setting up the route either way fantastic event. Don’t be put off by the laps either as apposed to 1 long 10k route, plenty of support when completing each lap, music, water stations and everyone cheers, lovely stuff
Myrna
·5 years ago
Brilliant Finale to an amazing series. I did all five events in the Run Media City Series and they’ve all been outstanding! The event is exceptionally well organised. The staff are so friendly and accommodating and everything runs so smoothly and efficiently. Crowd support is wonderful too and it’s a fantastic place to get a PB. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed every event in this series and I am looking forward to returning again next year! Thanks so much Run Through!
Great organisation. My first run booked through find a race and the team at Media City were excellent. Friendly, welcoming and on top of all aspects. The legs are hurting this morning but I'm so glad I did the race and the team there were a big part of that. Highly recommended!
Well organised and good route. This was my first 5K race and this course was perfect for it. Its mainly flat with only a couple of slight slopes so is good for those just starting to run or those wanting a quick time.
Everything was easily set out with stewards giving direction and encouragement, and distance markers around the course.
Congrats on your first race!
Sean
·5 years ago
Great run with views and support. This is a great 10K run comprising of 4 laps (bout an mile and half each) around the city, Running down the quays, Over the bridges and past some of the lovely bars and restaurants your senses get overloaded with smells and views all the way around. There's plenty of support from all the Marshalls and plenty of toilets and food shacks for spectators or for when you finish. Overall a good well mapped out course and well managed race. Great work
Myrna
·5 years ago
My favourite event. Run Media City never disappoints! It’s always an event I look forward to throughout the summer months. I’ve done April, May and June and will be doing July and August and I can’t wait. The support is great, the medals are great and there is always a welcoming and super friendly atmosphere. See you at the end of the month!
Myrna
·5 years ago
Wonderful, well organised event. My second Run Media City event of the 2019 series and I LOVED it once again. Always so well organised. Collection of race packs is always so easy and efficient and the atmosphere and support during the race is excellent. I always look forward to these events and cannot wait for June!
Myrna
·5 years ago
Fantastic well organised event. This was my second Run Media City event and I am so impressed by how well organised this event is. Everyone is so supportive and encouraging and I got my PB! I improved my time from July last year by over 5 minutes! I can’t wait for May!
Adam
·5 years ago
Fantastic run around Media City. Well organised and controlled 10k around Media City with some great support from the enthusiastic volunteers, highly recommended
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Anonymous
·6 years ago
Fine for fun runners. Very poor layout. 4 laps of a course that was full of 90 and 180 turns. Never more than 300m in any straight.
Fine for fun runners / people running their first race but no use as a serious race.
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Anonymous
·6 years ago
absolutely loved the experience. I absolutely loved the experience. This was my first time running a 10k and even though it was tough the encouragement from all the staff members helped you to complete the race. The atmosphere at the event was good not sure what words I would to describe it. Somewhat peaceful, relaxing . Definitely an event I look forward to doing in the very near future. Sooner rather than later.
Run Media City Christmas 5k & 10k
