Toilets
There will be toilet facilities available within the event village, and on the course for the half marathon & 20 mile.
Entries open · Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes Festival of Running5K, 10K, Half Marathon & 20 Mile
Celebrating 25 years
Countdown to Race DaySunday 28th March 2027 · 09:50
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Price rise£31 from 1 Mar
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Race Entry Summary
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Race · 28 MAR5KStarts 10:00
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Race · 28 MAR10KStarts 10:10
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Race · 28 MARHalf MarathonStarts 10:45
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Race · 28 MAR20 MileStarts 09:50
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Race · 28 MARRunThrough Foundation Place (No fundraising required)
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5K Entry Prices
- Super Early Bird£23Ended 2 Aug
- Early Bird£26Ended 27 Sep
- Standard£28NowUntil 28 Feb
- Last Minute£31From 1 Mar
With Every Entry
Included in the Entry
- Unique themed medal
- Free race photos
- Chip-timed results
- Post race goodies
- Bag drop
The Event
About This Event
Join us for the Milton Keynes Festival of Running on Easter Sunday, 28th March 2027, in support of Harry's Rainbow!
Make your Easter weekend one to remember with a brilliant race day starting from the iconic Xscape venue in the heart of Milton Keynes. With a buzzing atmosphere, wide city roads, and scenic stretches along the route, this event is a great choice whether you’re chasing a new PB, building towards a marathon, or simply looking for a memorable spring running challenge.
All races start on Milton Keynes’ wide dual carriageways before heading into mostly flat and scenic routes designed to help you find your rhythm. With chip-timed results, clear course marking, and plenty of support along the way, you’ll have everything you need for a confident Easter Sunday race day.
With RunThrough, you can expect a lively event village and clear guidance from our on-course team. After your run, enjoy food, drink and free finish-line goodies from our partners.
You can add an official event t-shirt to your entry at checkout for more than 30% off. Produced in partnership with RT Kit, it features the event logo on the chest and is the perfect keepsake to celebrate your race. Offering the t-shirt as an optional extra helps us keep entry costs lower for runners who prefer not to include merchandise.
Once you enter, you’ll receive a confirmation email straight away, and full event information will be sent to you closer to race day. We look forward to seeing you on the start line.
Route Information
The Route
XScape, 602 Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 3XA
Cut-off: All runners must be finished by 2.15pm. This allows for a 4:25 cutoff for the 20 Mile, and 3:30 for the Half Marathon.
Minimum ages: 20 Mile - 18
Half Marathon - 17
10k - 15
5k - 11
- Distances
- 5K · 10K · Half Marathon · 20 Mile
- Terrain
- Road
- Elevation
- 190 m
- Minimum age
- 18+
20 Mile route
Open the route on Strava →- Distance
- 20 Mile
- Elev gain
- 190 m
- Start
- 09:50
Pacing Calculator
Plan Your Pace
Pick a target time for the 5K and see the pace it takes.
YOU28:00
Pace5:36/kmPer mile9:01Halfway14:00
Comfortable — enjoy the crowd
Race Day Schedule
Event Day Logistics
- Event Village OpensRace pack collection and bag drop
- 20 Mile starts
- 5K starts
- 10K starts
- Half Marathon starts
Baggage
We will have a secure area where you can leave your baggage. We recommend you bring as little baggage as possible. Your baggage tag is attached to your race number, you simply tear it off and attach it to your bag. To collect, show your number to our staff, and they will help you find your baggage.
We will have a secure area where you can leave your baggage. We recommend you bring as little baggage as possible. Your baggage tag is attached to your race number, you simply tear it off and attach it to your bag. To collect, show your number to our staff, and they will help you find your baggage.
Water & Refreshments
There will be water provided approximately every 5km along the course, and there will also be water available at the finish along with your post-race goodies and medal. Please note the 5k won’t pass a water station on the course.
There will be water provided approximately every 5km along the course, and there will also be water available at the finish along with your post-race goodies and medal. Please note the 5k won’t pass a water station on the course.
Spectator Info
Spectators are more than welcome, we advise staying in the event village where you will be able to catch the start & finish. If you choose to head out onto the course, please be respectful of other runners and be aware of the road closures in place.
Spectators are more than welcome, we advise staying in the event village where you will be able to catch the start & finish. If you choose to head out onto the course, please be respectful of other runners and be aware of the road closures in place.
Accessibility
If you have any access needs, email info@runthrough.co.uk before the day and we'll talk you through the Event Village and route.
Race Pack Collection
Collect your race pack from the Event Village on the day — it opens at 08:00. Please bring your booking confirmation and photo ID.
Race Photographs
We will have an official photographer at the event. Please check out our photos page after the race.
Live Results
Results will be available here immediately after the race.
https://www.runthrough.co.uk/results
Local Information
Road Closures
| Road | Closed | Reopens |
|---|---|---|
| Avebury Boulevard | 06:00 | 12:00 |
| H6 Childs Way | 09:30 | 11:15 |
| V7 Saxon Street | 09:30 | 11:15 |
| H7 Chaffron Way | 09:30 | 11:15 |
| Golden Drive | 09:30 | 11:15 |
| Waterside | 09:30 | 11:30 |
| The Green | 09:30 | 11:30 |
| Newport Road | 09:30 | 14:00 |
| Milton Road | 09:30 | 13:15 |
| Tanfield Lane | 09:30 | 13:15 |
| Swanwick Lane | 09:30 | 13:15 |
| Flaxley Gate | 09:30 | 13:30 |
| Rayners Lane | 09:30 | 13:30 |
| Colindale Street | 09:30 | 13:30 |
| Marlborough Gate | 06:00 | 14:15 |
Location
How To Get There
XScape, 602 Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 3XA
Parking
There is no specific event parking, but a great deal of options around central Milton Keynes. We advise using parkopedia.com to find a space, and planning your journey in advance.
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In Support Of
Harry's Rainbow
Giving bereaved children a brighter tomorrow
Harry's Rainbow aim to give bereaved children and young people a brighter tomorrow. By joining #TeamHarry your fundraising will help us to continue our vital support to bereaved children and young people in Milton Keynes and the surrounding area. We provide support to more than 600 children, young people and young adults, in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas. Harry's Rainbow offer support, connection and resources to foster positive coping strategies for both children and their families through a range of services. These include Rainbow Groups; where participants find solace and learn invaluable tools in a nurturing environment, Short breaks at our Rainbow Retreat that foster connection and positive memories for families; plus Trips, Activities, Therapeutic Mentoring, Resources, Books and Memory boxes. We would be honoured if you would like to support bereaved children in Milton Keynes. Last year at the Festival of Running, we had over 150 people joining us to run and raise vital funds for Harry's Rainbow.
Join Team Harry and you will receive
Designated meeting point at The Midsummer Tap, where you will receive free tea and coffee before your race and a buffet afterwards Harry’s Rainbow branded running top Help and support from a designated charity contact Hints and tips on maximising your fundraising Great running community If you would like more information about joining #TeamHarry in 2027, then please contact Alison in our fundraising team on: alison@harrysrainbow.co.uk We promise we have a lot of fun, whilst also giving bereaved children a brighter tomorrow!
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Partners
Our Partners
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