Victoria Park Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Set for East London

Emdad Rahman

Victoria Park will once again become a hub of community running when the Victoria Park Half Marathon, 10K & 5K takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026.

Starting and finishing at St Marks Gate, the event offers runners three distances, making it accessible to experienced competitors, regular runners and those looking to take on their first organised race.

The Half Marathon begins at 9:30am, followed by the 10K at 10am and the 5K at 11:15am. The courses use the park’s tarmac paths, with the organisers describing the routes as suitable for runners looking to challenge themselves, improve their pace or chase a personal best.

Participants will receive chip-timed results, free race photographs, post-race goodies and a themed finisher medal. Wheelchair athletes and buggy runners are also welcomed.

With Victoria Park providing a familiar East London backdrop, the event promises a morning of sport, fitness and community participation.

Entries: 5K £28 | 10K £32 | Half Marathon £36, plus booking fee.

Sign up here: Victoria Park Half Marathon, 10K & 5K October 2026 – Enter Now