Sunderland City Runs
From Events of the North
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 10:00
- Location Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
- Price £27.00 - £39.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, Half Marathon
Top rated
This is a five star event
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Sunderland City Runs, taking place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in the vibrant city of Sunderland, Tyne and Wear! Organized by Events of the North, this exciting event is one of the largest closed-road running experiences in the North East, welcoming up to 4,000 participants. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time runner, the Sunderland City Runs offer something for everyone. Join us for the iconic 10km race as you sprint through the city streets and along the stunning coastline, with breathtaking views of two famous bridges as your backdrop.
This event promises a fantastic atmosphere filled with enthusiastic supporters and volunteers, ensuring a memorable experience for all. Every participant will receive a coveted medal and goody bag, making this day even more special. With ample parking in the city center and a range of fun activities for spectators, the Sunderland City Runs is the perfect way to celebrate running and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity—mark your calendar and get ready to run the city alight!
This event promises a fantastic atmosphere filled with enthusiastic supporters and volunteers, ensuring a memorable experience for all. Every participant will receive a coveted medal and goody bag, making this day even more special. With ample parking in the city center and a range of fun activities for spectators, the Sunderland City Runs is the perfect way to celebrate running and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity—mark your calendar and get ready to run the city alight!
Sunderland City Runs
Sun 17th May 2026
Organiser's Description
Run the city alight, Sunderland! Get ready for one of the biggest closed road running events in the North East on the 17th May.
The first Sunderland City 10km was held in 2011 with just over 1500 taking part. 14 years later, the Sunderland City Runs will welcome 4000 participants to the city streets in a celebration of running.
Come and join in one of the north's largest running events that races through the city and along the sea front, with two famous bridges providing a stunning backdrop to the runs. No matter if you’re a first-timer or an experienced runner, the course and atmosphere are conducive to fast times as well as a lot of fun. See you on the start line!
With spectacular coastal views and a brilliant atmosphere, although we cannot guarantee the weather, we can guarantee a superbly organised event with plenty of support on the route and an army of enthusiastic volunteers to make it a great day for all taking part. All participants will receive a medal and goody bag. There is ample city centre parking, baggage services and plenty of fun activities for those not taking part.
The first Sunderland City 10km was held in 2011 with just over 1500 taking part. 14 years later, the Sunderland City Runs will welcome 4000 participants to the city streets in a celebration of running.
Come and join in one of the north's largest running events that races through the city and along the sea front, with two famous bridges providing a stunning backdrop to the runs. No matter if you’re a first-timer or an experienced runner, the course and atmosphere are conducive to fast times as well as a lot of fun. See you on the start line!
With spectacular coastal views and a brilliant atmosphere, although we cannot guarantee the weather, we can guarantee a superbly organised event with plenty of support on the route and an army of enthusiastic volunteers to make it a great day for all taking part. All participants will receive a medal and goody bag. There is ample city centre parking, baggage services and plenty of fun activities for those not taking part.
Races
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10k (Unaffiliated)
£29.00
Booking for more than 1? -
10k (Affiliated)
£27.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Half Marathon (UNAFFILIATED)
£39.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Half Marathon (AFFILIATED)
£37.00
Booking for more than 1?
Reviews
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5.0
4 reviews
Really good event. I liked the course, it's not entirely flat but mostly only slight, shortish inclines, certainly not enough to call it undulating. It'd certainly be possible to get a PB here. Much of it is just running along streets, but there are nice sections in a park, over the bridge and alongside the river.
Great support from the crowd and volunteers too. With 200m to go I had nothing left for a sprint finish, but then a crowd cheered my name (printed on race number) and it spurred me on to find something extra.
Nice atmosphere in the event village as well, and pretty good post-event swag, including a nice t-shirt and plenty of snacks/drinks. You could also get a 10-15 minute massage for £5!
I'll probably sign up for next year.
1st time I've ran the half marathon but won't be the last. Very well organised, lots of enthusiasm at the start line on the PA, challenging course at times with inclines scattered around which make it all the more rewarding. Easy access to medal and good quality t-shirt at the finish line.
Very nice and warming atmosphere! This year's 5k was my first race in my adult's life and I really enjoyed it. There were many superheroes running far in the front, and many superheroes running at the back with no age limits. Noone is worse or better, you go there for fun and try to do what you can. This is how I felt.The crew were very helpful and kind. Thank you for a nice time together.
Sunderland City Runs
