Leeds Running Festival

From RunThrough Events

4.7 · 8 reviews

Sunday 30th May 2027

09:00

Leeds

£11.00–£36.00 · 4 races

5km, 10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Leeds Running Festival, hosted by RunThrough Events on Sunday, May 30th, 2027! Set in the stunning Roundhay Park in Leeds, West Yorkshire, this vibrant festival promises an unforgettable experience for runners of all ages and abilities. Participants can choose from three exciting race distances: the Half Marathon at 9:00 AM, the 10K and 5K races both starting at 10:00 AM, and a Junior race at 11:30 AM.

Join fellow enthusiasts in this beautiful city park, one of the largest in Europe, where you'll enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, scenic routes, and the thrill of crossing the finish line. Each race features chip-timed results, unique themed medals, and free race photos to capture your achievements. Plus, you'll be cheered on by friendly marshals and rewarded with post-race goodies. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just a fun day out with friends, the Leeds Running Festival is the perfect addition to your running calendar. Don't miss out—secure your spot today and prepare for an amazing day of running and celebration in Leeds!

Races

5k

09:00

£28.00

0
10k

09:00

£32.00

0
Half Marathon

09:00

£36.00

0
Junior Race

09:00

£11.00

0

A £2.00 service charge is added per booking

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Organiser's description

Join us for the Leeds Running Festival on Sunday 30th May 2027!

Make the most of late spring racing with the Leeds Running Festival at Roundhay Park. With 5K, 10K and Half Marathon distances available, this event is a great opportunity to take on a scenic route through one of the biggest city parks in Europe. Expect a welcoming race-day atmosphere, beautiful park surroundings and a memorable finish. Whether you're building towards summer goals or looking for a fun race day with friends, Leeds Running Festival is the perfect event to add to your calendar. Secure your place today and join us at Roundhay Park this May!

Race Distance & Start Times Half Marathon - 09:00 AM 10K - 10:00 AM 5K - 10:00 AM Junior - 11:30 AM

Included in the entry Unique themed medal Free race photos Chip-timed results Post-race goodies

Each kilometre is accurately marked with distance flags, and our friendly marshals will guide and cheer you all the way to the finish. We cannot wait to welcome you to Leeds Running Festival. With RunThrough, you can expect a friendly team of marshals to help guide you around the course and cheer you on to the finish, a lively and well-serviced event village with plenty of food and drink options, including free goodies from our partners at the finish line after your hard effort.

Come and enjoy the day with us. Once you enter, you will receive a confirmation email. More information will be sent closer to the event.

We can't wait to see you on the start line.

Reviews

4.7

8 reviews

Harry Bennetts

Took part in the 2026 edition · 2 months ago

Very enjoyable and the route was great! Only thing I would change is the set off time for the 5 & 10K runs, possibly delaying the 5 & 10K start time or bring the half marathon 30 minutes earlier. The paths round Roundhay are very narrow at points and going through all the running groups, trying to get past is difficult. Other than that, it is very organised and very enjoyable!

Emmanouil Protoulis

Took part in the 2026 edition · 7 months ago

Wasn't a big fan of the fact that there was an overlap of the 10k runners with the half marathon ones (10k started just 1hr after the half marathon). The paths on roundhay aren't the biggest to accommodate 2 big running groups with different distance goals.
Other than that it seemed well organised.

Richard Obank

Reviewing the 2025 edition · 1 year ago

Fantastic morning in Roundhay Park. Probably the best event village I’ve experienced at these events. Great community feel. Gruelling course. Uphill section in the woods was tough! Looking forward to the next event.

Louise Vaughan

Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago

Really a great day organised very well and a really enjoyable experience. There were lots of vendors food, drinks and the atmosphere was really good.
Would definitely return and encourage people to do so as well.

Imogen Tyas

Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago

Really enjoyed this race. It was relaxed but well organised with plenty of staff and pacers for all times. The trail was mostly paved footpath with some muddy patches. Good snacks at the end too!

Natalie Wilson

Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago

First ever run event & half marathon, and couldn’t have had a better experience. The whole set up was great & the marshals were all so encouraging and lovely all the way around the course. Lovely venue & got very lucky with the weather. Will definitely be returning for another.