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10 Days of 5K Challenge
This October, take on a challenge that means more than miles.The 10 Days of 5K Challenge is a special Running Bug virtual…
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Spring into Running 5k
VIRTUAL RACE Put a Spring in Your Step With Our Spring into Running 5K 🌷 The days are getting longer, the flowers…
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Reindeer Run 10k
VIRTUAL RACEDash Through Christmas With Our Festive 10K ChallengeGet ready to dash into Christmas with the Reindeer Run 10K Virtual Race –…
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Elf Express 10k
VIRTUAL RACE All Aboard for a Magical Christmas 10K! Climb aboard the Elf Express 10K Virtual Race and add a little festive…
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Snowman Stride 5k
VIRTUAL RACE Take On a Festive 5K and Earn an Incredible Snowman Medal Wrap up warm, lace up your trainers and make…
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Easter 5K
Hop Into Spring With Our Easter Running Challenge! Looking for a fun way to stay active this Easter? Lace up your…
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Hello Summer 5k
Run Into Summer With the Brightest 5K of the Season Sunshine, longer days and a brand-new running goal — summer has arrived!Celebrate the…
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International Women's Day
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International Women's Day 10k
Celebrate, participate and make it yours on 8 March Join us for the International Women’s Day Run, a meaningful and inclusive 10k…
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Cancer Day
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World Cancer Day Charity Run
Join our World Cancer Day Virtual Challenge and show your support by running or walking any distance, anywhere, on 4th February. This…
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Andy’s Man Club
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Mind Over Miles
- MEN'S MENTAL HEALTH 5K Men’s Mental Health in the UK: A Growing Public Health Concern Men’s mental health is a major…
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Halloween 5K
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Ghouls Just Wanna Run 5k
VIRTUAL RACE Lace Up for the Most Fang-Tastic Halloween Run of the Year Calling all witches, zombies, skeletons and spooky-season runners! The…
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Game Of Runs
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Game of Runs Tournament
GAME OF RUNS VIRTUAL TOURNAMENTARE YOU READY to turn November into your most powerful month yet?Game of Runs is a brand new…
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First 5k
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First 10k
Celebrating your first 10K achievement. A bold badge marking a proud running milestone.
First Half Marathon
Celebrating the achievement of a first half marathon. A bold badge design captures the spirit of endurance and determination.
First Marathon
Celebrating the achievement of a first marathon – 26.2 miles of determination. A bold badge design marks this unforgettable milestone.
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Complete 3 challenges with The Running Bug.
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Read the full FAQHow do virtual races work?
Choose a challenge, run it your way (anywhere, any time within the window), then submit your results. We send your stylish finisher medal to your door.
How do I register for a challenge?
Pick your race, complete checkout and you’ll get confirmation straight away. Create an account to get 15% off your first race.
Where do I run?
Anywhere that suits you — pavement, park, trail or treadmill. Run on your schedule, at your own pace.
How do I submit evidence?
Upload a screenshot from Strava, Garmin, Apple Health or your watch via the Submit Evidence page after you finish.
Do all races include a medal?
Yes — every challenge includes a high-quality, challenge-specific finisher medal delivered to your door.
Is there a prize draw?
Each month, everyone who enters a virtual race has the chance to win prizes — recent winners received Running Box gift hampers and chocolate running shoes.
Game of Runs Tournament
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RACE DETAILS DATE: 1st - 30th November 2026 WHERE: Anywhere HOW: Run, walk or jog DISTANCES ACCEPTED: No set distance
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