Hackney Half Marathon: Sunday 17 May 2026
The Wizz Air Hackney Half is the largest half marathon in London. Held in the heart of East London, this festival feel event has music and entertainment throughout. The race is designed to be a fast, flat tour of Hackney's most natural spaces. Starting on the marshes, the route loops past famous spots such as the Hackney Empire, Stonebridge Gardens, Victoria Park and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Event details
- Date: 17 May 2026
- Location: London
- Distance: 13.1 miles
- Regustration fee: £35
- Minimum sponsorship target: £375
How we'll support you
Our events team will support you every step of the way. As part of #TeamBowelCancerUK you'll receive:
- unlimited fundraising support from our team
- exclusive free access to our virtual running club training programme
- an invite to join our dedicated Facebook group to connect with other #TeamBowelCancerUK runners
- one of our colourful running vests to help you stand out from the crowd. These are sent to all runners who raise £100 one month before their event day
Have your own place?
If you've secured your own place directly with the race organisers, then we'd love to welcome you to our team. There's no set fundraising target, we just ask that you raise what you can to help us stop people dying of bowel cancer. Click on the link below to join our team today.
Contact information
If you have any questions about the event, email events@bowelcanceruk.org.uk or call 020 7940 1769.
