World Cancer Day Charity Run

Price range: £11.99 through £61.99

You will receive 22 points for entering this challenge

RACE DETAILS

  • DATE: 4th February
  • WHERE: Anywhere
  • HOW: Run, walk or jog
  • DISTANCES ACCEPTED: Any distance
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World Cancer Day medal featuring a pink cancer awareness ribbon on a black circular design
World Cancer Day Charity Run
£11.99 £61.99Price range: £11.99 through £61.99

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 inclusive virtual challenge is open to everyone and gives you the opportunity to take part in a meaningful event while earning a beautifully designed World Cancer Day medal featuring the iconic pink cancer awareness ribbon.

You can play your part. As well as spreading awareness, sign up for this run and we will donate 10% of your entry fee to Cancer Research UK.

WHY JOIN THE WORLD CANCER DAY RUN?

World Cancer Day brings people together worldwide to raise awareness, inspire action, and promote unity. By joining you can take part in your own way while helping to spread an important message.

✔ Take part your way

  • Run or walk any distance

  • Complete your challenge anywhere

  • Take part on 4th February or at your own pace

✔ Support in a way that suits you

  • Optional donation to Cancer Research UK

  • No fundraising targets or pressure

  • Take part simply to raise awareness, or donate if you choose

EARN YOUR EXCLUSIVE MEDAL

Every participant receives a premium medal, created to mark this important global awareness day. The medal features:

  • A bold pink cancer awareness ribbon

  • A global design symbolising unity

  • High-quality finish, ideal as a lasting keepsake

Your medal represents your participation, support, and commitment to awareness.

WHO IS THE WORLD CANCER DAY RUN FOR?

This any distance virtual challenge is perfect for:

  • Runners and walkers of all abilities

  • Individuals supporting cancer awareness

  • Families, schools, and workplace wellbeing programmes

  • Anyone looking for a meaningful February virtual challenge

You don’t need to be fast or competitive — every step matters.

WHAT’S INVOLVED?

Run, walk or jog any distance on World Cancer Day, (4th February. We also accept treadmill activities.

MAKE AN IMPACT THIS WORLD CANCER DAY

Taking part in this virtual charity race is a powerful way to show solidarity. Whether you participate purely for awareness or choose to make an optional donation, you’re helping to keep the conversation going and supporting a vital cause.

SHARE YOUR WORLD CANCER DAY MOMENTS

After completing your World Cancer Day Virtual Race, share your journey and help raise awareness.

Post your medal photos, running or walking selfies, treadmill efforts, or team challenge snaps on social media using:

#WorldCancerDay
#TheRunningBug

Your photos can help spread awareness, show solidarity, and inspire friends, family, and fellow participants to move together for a powerful cause — one step, one run, one walk at a time.

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.

Evidence

It is quick and easy to send your evidence to us after your race. Either take a photo of your watch or treadmill display showing your run statistics, or capture a screenshot of your completed activity from your running or fitness app.

Complete your details and upload your activity image onto our secure submission form.

You’ll receive email confirmation that we have received your evidence. And that’s all there is to it! 

Delivery

All medals are posted by either first or second class tracked postage using Royal Mail. The tracking reference number will be on the confirmation email when medals are sent. You can track the progress of your medal delivery at Track your Item | Royal Mail Group Ltd

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Postage is FREE shipping of medals in the United Kingdom on orders over £40.00.

We accept entries from overseas. However, postage charges incur an extra cost for entries outside the UK. There may also be extra import duty charges and customs taxes depending on your country. You are reliable to pay such charges. The Running Bug is unable to advise on these charges as they differ from country to country. We recommend you contact your local tax office.

Whilst we make every effort to post your medals out as quickly as possible, we cannot be responsible for any delays or missing items once we have posted your medals. The Running Bug is unable to take any responsibility for loss or damage during transit of your medals. However, please contact us if you have not received your medal within 7 days of receiving the confirmation email. Depending on stock levels, we may be able to send a replacement medal or issue you a refund. 

Photo Reviews

Photo reviews give our community to share real running photos and get rewarded. This is a great way to stay motivated and inspire others. Here’s how to take advantage.

When you have signed into your account, go to the race you entered on our website and click on the PHOTO REVIEWS tab. You can upload your photo there and leave a comment if you wish. You will then receive an email with a coupon code that entitles you to a discount on your next race.

The more photos you share, the bigger reward:

  • 📸 1 Photo Review = 10% OFF your next race entry

  • 📸📸 2 Photo Reviews = 25% OFF

  • 📸📸📸 3 Photo Reviews = 50% OFF

  • 📸📸📸📸 4 Photo Reviews = 75% OFF

  • 📸📸📸📸📸 5 Photo Reviews = A FREE RACE ENTRY!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does this virtual challenge work?

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.  

Can I still enter this challenge if I don't live in the UK?

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. 

Where do I send my evidence for this challenge?

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. 

Tell me about your medals

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.  

Should you have any further questions, please see our full FAQs section on our Contact Us page or use the contact form to get in touch with us. 

On behalf of everybody at The Running Bug, we thank you for your custom and hope you enjoy your virtual challenges.

1 review for World Cancer Day Charity Run

  1. DaveP29 (verified owner)

    Fast service and an amazing medal, this was also the race that I (owner of DPRunningJournals) collaborated with The Running Bug for their 2026 edition of the race

    World Cancer Day Charity Run

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