RunThrough Olympic Park 5k & 10k

From RunThrough Events

4.4 · 29 reviews

Saturday 22nd May 2021 Past event

10:00

London

£24.00 · 2 races

5km, 10km

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating RunThrough Olympic Park 5k & 10k on Saturday, May 22, 2021, in the stunning Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London! Organised by the renowned RunThrough Events, this exciting race promises a memorable experience for runners of all levels. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just looking to enjoy a fun day out, the flat and fast course through the park's incredible grounds is perfect for achieving your goals. Each participant will receive a unique themed medal upon crossing the finish line, and with clearly marked distances and enthusiastic volunteers cheering you on, you'll feel motivated every step of the way. Don’t miss this chance to be part of an inspiring event in a remarkable location - we can't wait to see you there!

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Reviews

4.4

29 reviews

Kaylee Hudson

Took part in the 2026 edition · 5 months ago

Good race, easy to navigate! The volunteers were lovely. (Special shout out to the chap dancing by the tennis courts for every lap!)

Eugene Rivet

Took part in the 2025 edition · 11 months ago

Good race

Jamila Tajah

Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago

Loved it!

Kerry Hart

Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago

Loved every second of it. After a horrific ankle surgery last year (not related to running), I started intensive rehabilitative physiotherapy. Working with the therapists, I went from total immobility to a knee scooter to crutches to limping to walking. I was warned that I might never run again. It was a holistic process (joint / muscle problems are never isolated). Now I do my physio exercises every day as habits, I recover / rest (so important!) and I can now do 3 ‘sad-looking’ (but great-feeling!) physio-walk-jogs per week, with lots of resting and physio exercises in between. I was very nervous about being ‘too slow’ or ‘too limpy’ for a 5k, too awkward because I used to be ‘fast’ and fully able. Long story short (too late, sorrrry) if you feel you can’t because you’re too slow/awkward/disabled — just be vulnerable and tell a physiotherapist. Go in tiny steps. Then sign up to a RunThrough 5k as your first 5k post-disablement!!! I was so embarrassed and nervous at first, then the race started and I truly didn’t care that I was the last person of all the runners. I’m disabled but just took it very slowly and steady exactly like in physiotherapy and as advised — and listened to my ankle and my body. The organisers were SO amazing, at a few points I cried (so cringey!) and the organisers were so kind and let me get on with things — they obvs didn’t know that (a) I’m a crier anyway and (b) these are like tears of immense relief that I can even move and (c) it’s very very powerful and emotional as a woman to finally achieve this kind of freedom of movement. I was treated equally. If / when they saw me doing my jog-physio-walk they cheered me on, just like everyone else. When you’re disabled, you don’t want special treatment you just want to be treated equally and that’s what happened for me. If you (and your doctor / physiotherapist / trainer) agree that you’re ready — as long as you ‘go slow’ — then you won’t find a more supportive 5k. Even if you’re disabled like me, you get that medal at the end and it’s not about the time or the distance, it’s that you feel seen for your abilities instead of pitied for your disabilities.

Michael Gymer

Took part in the 2024 edition · 1 year ago

Nice flat route and great if you are aiming for a PB. However, if you are on the faster side the course doesn’t work well as after the first lap you are overtaking packs of people which meant it was hard to get into a rhythm and race properly! It was previously 2 laps in a different location which seemed to work better.

Grace Seal

Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago

Such a fun morning! The event was organised very well and all the staff were friendly and helpful. A real supportive atmosphere. The only thing I could suggest is having signage from Stratford Station (via Westfield) to make it easier to find the meeting point.

Jodie Masters

Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago

Had a great time but got confused with the route in the 10k. I was alone at a few points too which was a little uncomfortable.
Would also help for some signage to show where the start is.

Lisa Mroske

Took part in the 2024 edition · 2 years ago

Well organized pavement run with a little bit of incline. There was no signage to find the venue (start).

Jeff Bird

Took part in the 2024 edition · 2 years ago

Very well organised and a really good race if you are looking for a PB or coming along to join in the fun and keep your fitness going. Just go for it.

James Elliott

Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago

Great location but confusing course layout (the water station also pulls you to the wrong side)

Ran out of medals towards the end

Ana Pacheco

Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago

well organised, could have organised one more water station as it was quite hot weather.
unfortunately, by the time I finished all the jubilee medals had gone and was promised one would be sent to those who didn't get it.

Sarah Grylls

Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago

Small, well organised race in an amazing place. Not flat though - I clocked 72 metres of ascent, with a short tough one at the end of each lap.

Klaudiusz Dys

Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago

Was a my first run I really enjoyed the atmosphere

Michael Tanner

Reviewing the 2022 edition · 4 years ago

Great course for a PB, pretty flat and laps so feels like a short course.
Staff are super organised and highly recommend to anyone

Catherine Cox

Took part in the 2021 edition · 4 years ago

Well organised, really relaxed atmosphere, a bit like a Park Run event. All of the event staff were super friendly and helpful. Suitable for more and less experienced runners. Great support from the Marshalls on the way round the course. Nice medal and tasty snacks at the end. Really enjoyed it.

Julie Whelan

Took part in the 2020 edition · 6 years ago

Great return to racing. My first run since lockdown. Super well organised. Felt very safe. Staggered starts were a bonus - was nice to have so much space. Great venue. Would highly recommend.

Henry Hall

Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago

Energised simple fun. Was a fun course in a beautiful part of London but a short lap IMO. All staff motivational and positive which was nice, medal and snacks after. Not sure I would do this race again but fun to do!

Felix Anguita

Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago

expensive for what's provided. They try to save as much money as possible and you can see it.

Arati Rao

Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago

Really enjoyable. As with all of the run through events, really well organised with a great support team. Lovely venue too

Jasmine De Roberto

Took part in the 2019 edition · 7 years ago

Enjoyable and well organised. Thoroughly enjoyable event from start to finish. Everyone is friendly, and very supportive cheerers through the laps. A little pricey, but I’d definitely do it again.

Races

10k

£24.00

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5k

£24.00

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Organiser's description

Come and run a chip timed 5k or 10k through the incredible grounds of the North Park in London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. This course is not only flat and fast, but also inspiring. The RunThrough Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 5k & 10k event is a great opportunity for a quick time and a fun morning out, with a unique themed medal waiting for you at the finish!

Each kilometre is accurately marked out with distance flags and we have plenty of helpers to keep you on track and to encourage you on your way to the finish. Come and enjoy the day with us; we hope to see you there!