Autumn Leaves Dash

£15.99

You will receive 30 points for entering this challenge

RACE DETAILS

  • DATE: 23rd September to 21st December 2026
  • WHERE: Anywhere
  • HOW: Run, walk or jog
  • DISTANCES ACCEPTED: 1k, 5k, 10k, 10 miles, half or full marathon

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AUTUMN LEAVES DASH

Step Into Autumn and Make Every Mile Count

Celebrate crisp mornings, colourful landscapes and a fresh season of motivation with the Autumn Leaves Dash Virtual Run 2026.

This flexible autumn virtual race gives runners, walkers and joggers of all abilities the freedom to choose their own distance, route and pace. Whether you prefer a peaceful woodland trail, a local park, familiar neighbourhood streets or the comfort of a treadmill, you can complete your challenge wherever works best for you.

Choose a distance from 1K to a full marathon, complete it anytime between 23rd September and 21st December 2026, and receive an exclusive autumn-themed finisher’s medal to celebrate your achievement.

If you love seasonal running challenges, flexible fitness goals and unique virtual race medals, the Autumn Leaves Dash is the perfect way to keep moving as the seasons change.

WHAT IS THE AUTUMN LEAVES DASH VIRTUAL RACE?

The Autumn Leaves Dash Virtual Run 2026 is an any-distance virtual running challenge that you can complete wherever and whenever suits you during the official challenge period.

There is no mass start, compulsory race location or strict finishing time. You are in complete control of your challenge.

Simply choose one of the accepted distances and complete it by running, jogging or walking at your own pace.

You can complete your virtual race:

  • Outdoors or on a treadmill
  • Alone or with friends and family
  • On roads, trails, tracks or park paths
  • At any pace that feels comfortable
  • Anywhere in the world
  • On any date within the challenge period

Whether you are taking your first steps towards a fitness goal or maintaining your marathon training, this flexible autumn challenge is designed to fit around you.

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE

Exclusive Autumn Finisher’s Medal

Celebrate your achievement with a premium white aluminium medal featuring a colourful autumn-leaves design.

Supplied with a plain-colour ribbon, this seasonal medal is a brilliant addition to any virtual race collection and a lasting reminder of the effort you put into completing your chosen distance.

We aim to dispatch medals before the challenge so that you can enjoy yours as soon as you cross your personal finish line.

Although we make every effort to send medals promptly, delivery before the challenge cannot be guaranteed because postal delays and other circumstances may occur.

WHY JOIN THE AUTUMN LEAVES DASH?

Stay Motivated During Autumn

As the days become shorter and the weather turns cooler, maintaining a regular exercise routine can become more difficult.

The Autumn Leaves Dash gives you a clear and rewarding goal to work towards between September and December, helping you stay focused and active throughout the season.

Complete It Anywhere

There is no need to travel to an organised race, book accommodation or arrive at a start line at a fixed time.

Complete your chosen distance in your local area, at the gym, while travelling or anywhere else that suits you.

Choose a Challenge That Suits You

With distances ranging from 1K to a full marathon, you can select a goal that matches your experience and current fitness level.

Whether you want to complete your first virtual 5K or maintain your long-distance running fitness, there is an option for you.

Suitable for All Abilities

You do not need to be an experienced or fast runner to take part.

Walkers, joggers, beginners, experienced runners and treadmill users are all welcome. What matters is choosing a goal and completing it in your own way.

A Flexible Race Around Your Schedule

Complete your challenge before work, during a weekend walk, as part of your usual training or whenever you have time.

There are no strict race-day schedules or cut-off times.

Great for Families and Friends

Invite your family, friends, running club or colleagues to take part with you.

Everyone can choose a distance that suits them, making the Autumn Leaves Dash a fun shared challenge even when participants complete their races in different locations.

Earn a Seasonal Running Medal

Your exclusive autumn finisher’s medal is a physical reminder of your commitment, consistency and achievement.

Display it proudly in your medal collection or use it as motivation for your next virtual running challenge.

SHARE YOUR ACHIEVEMENT

Once you have completed your Autumn Leaves Dash, do not forget to celebrate your seasonal success.

Share your medal photographs, race selfies, colourful running routes and finish-line moments on social media. Whether you complete your challenge beneath golden trees, through crisp morning air or indoors on a treadmill, we would love to see your achievement.

We LOVE seeing your achievements!

Tag us and get featured:

Use the hashtag:

#AutumnLeavesDash

Share your medal selfie, scenic autumn route or personal race story and you could be featured on our page.

Browse more virtual challenges through our All Virtual Challenges page.

Got A Question?

If you have a question, then our FAQs section is a great place to start. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Send us a message through our Contact Us page.

Frequently Asked Questions

A virtual challenge is done on a particular date or dates and sometimes at a specified distance. You can run, jog or walk, as fast or as slow as you like, anywhere you want. You’re in complete control. All participants will receive a medal. You can send your evidence after you have finished your challenge. Please contact us if you need more information about how virtual races work.  

Yes you can. However, please note that there may be increased postage charge as medals are sent at Royal Mail’s international rates. 

There may also be extra import duty and custom taxes depending on your country. The Running Bug is unable to advise on these charges as there differ from country to country. We recommend you contact your local tax office. 

Complete and attach your evidence to our secure submission form on our Submit Your Evidence page. You can take a screenshot of your activity from any running, walking or exercise app and attach it onto the form. We also accept camera photos of treadmill displays. 

We have a variety of medals available from aluminium, acrylic to wooden and hybrid.

We also offer more expensive 3D, custom-shaped medals made from zinc alloy and gold-plated. These types of medals come with stylish, printed ribbons.

Photos of our medals are usually on our product pages.  

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