Manchester
When?
Wednesday 11 - Thursday 12 November 2026 (12:00 - 12:00)
The last lap will start at approximately 11:30am
Sign up
Join us for a 5 km lap around the centre of Manchester, at anytime from Midday Wednesday 11th November to Midday Thursday 12th November at House of Social in First Street.
It's completely free to take part and the laps are open to all abilities, with run leaders present, from our amazing lead volunteer clubs:
Ancoats Run Club, Chorlton Runners, Dragons Running Club Sale, Levenshulme Runners, Manchester Road Runners, MileShyClub and Slow Run Club.
You can run as many or as few laps as you would like.
Founding Club: Run Wild MCR
Sign-up timeline
Loading the latest departure sign-ups…
How can I get involved?
Take part
Taking part couldn't be simpler. There's no sign up fee and you don't even have to register in advance (though it does help us in our planning). Just turn up at the venue at any time during the 24 hours and join the next lap,
Due to the event being a continuous relay we can't advertise exact lap starting times. However, we offer sign-up windows spanning half an hour to give you plenty of time to arrive at the venue, drop off bags, use the facilities and attend the pre-lap briefing.
You can run or walk as many, or as few, laps as you would like. We will also post updates on social media and share a live tracker on event day so that you can plan your arrival.
If the form doesn't work below, please contact us directly: the24hourrun@gmail.com
Donate
There is no donation required to join in, however, if you enjoy your lap (or laps!) with us then we would appreciate a donation to our fantastic cause. Every £30 that we raise covers the cost of a warm bed and full wrap-around support for someone who really needs it.
Spread the word
Let your friends and family know that you are running with us, share the event on social media, or even set yourself a personal fundraising goal. Big or small, every donation makes a huge difference.
Bring your club / Business
Bring your running club, colleagues, friends or family, the more the merrier!
If you are planning on bringing your club/Business, please fill out our sign up form so that we can manage our capacity and allocate run leaders accordingly.
The event is also a great way to use workplace volunteer days and take advantage of any fundraise match offers your company may provide.
If the form doesn't work below, please contact us directly: the24hourrun@gmail.com
Volunteer
We are always on the lookout for trusty volunteers, including experienced running club 'run leaders', to support our events. Please complete the form below and we will add you to each event team that you sign-up for.
We are not just on the look-out for run leaders, we could use help with marshals, photographers and videographers.
If the form doesn't work below, please contact us directly: the24hourrun@gmail.com
Buy our merchandise
We sell a range of different items including t-shirts, jackets, and windbreakers. All profits are put towards covering the costs of our events. Please check the size guide before ordering to make sure you get the right fit.
Greater Manchester Mayor's Charity
Our event raises funds directly for the Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity Scheme, A Bed Every Night (ABEN).
A Bed Every Night provides a bed and vital personal support for people who are rough sleeping or at imminent risk of rough sleeping.
A Bed Every Night has supported over 87,000 nights of accommodation. Across the programme, ABEN has helped drive a 43% reduction in rough sleeping since it’s launch.
With strong links to health and housing services, A Bed Every Night helps people get back on their feet and live independently. It is a pioneering scheme, unique to Greater Manchester in its extent and coverage.
The funding means it can support people who may be excluded from other existing services, such as people not eligible for statutory accommodation or those who have No Recourse to Public Funds.
Sponsorship Opportunities
We have a range of sponsorship opportunities available for companies wishing to support the event. Please contact us for more information.
In partnership with...
Ancoats Run Club
Chorlton Runners
Dragons Running Club (Sale)
Manchester Road Runners
Levenshulme Runners
Slow Run Club
Mile Shy Club
Run Wild MCR
We rely on the support of local running clubs to make our events happen. Please use the volunteer form above if you would like to sign up to volunteer.
What is the route?
