Event day timetable
What happens at your Race for Life event
Race for Life is an amazing event, with a fantastic atmosphere that keeps women coming back year after year. The event unites thousands of women, coming together in celebration or memory of loved ones and playing their part in the fight against cancer.
To give you an idea of what to expect on the day we’ve put together an approximate schedule.
Starting times vary so please check your Race for Life venue page for the exact start time.
Arrival – one hour before start
This gives you plenty of time to soak up the atmosphere and to do any last minute preparations such as pinning on your back sign or putting finishing touches to your outfit.
There’s no need to check-in on the day – just make your way towards the stage area where there will be music to get all the participants and supporters in the mood.
This is the perfect opportunity to drop off any quality items you no longer want at the Donation Station marquee at your event, which we can then sell in your local Cancer Research UK shops.
Welcome from the Race for Life team – 30 minutes before start
Your Race for Life event organiser welcomes you and shares information about the groundbreaking work that Cancer Research UK do, and explains why your support is vital.
Warm-up – 20 minutes before start
You can take part in a light aerobic warm-up with all the other participants to get those muscles ready for your event.
Take your places – 10 minutes before start
You make your way to the walkers or runners flags, depending on whether you want to walk, jog or run the course.
Start time
The starting signal goes and you're off with friends and family gathered round to cheer you on.
Celebration – after your event
Once you’ve crossed the finish line, you will receive a Race for Life medal and a goody bag as a thank-you for taking part from one of our volunteers.
Wear your medal with pride and stick around to enjoy the activities at your event.
Join the fight against cancer and enter Race for Life
Every two minutes someone in the UK is told they have cancer. Join the biggest fight against cancer and enter your local Race for Life event.
