Earlybird Aged 16 & over
£7.49
Earlybird Children
£5.00
Minimum fundraising target
£50.00
Date
Sunday 23 May 2027
Time
11:00
Venue
Stormont Estate
Life is worth Racing for. Enter Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life and raise money for life-saving cancer research.
Race for Life 3k is ideal for families or groups doing their first Race for Life. It's a fun, achievable and an unforgettable day out! Sign up as a group with friends and family, or go solo and join hundreds of people on the day. There's no pressure to finish in a certain time, so walk, jog or run at your own pace and enjoy the atmosphere. However you take part, you're helping to beat cancer.
Starting at the scenic Prince of Wales Avenue within the stunning Stormont Estate, this inspiring route winds through beautiful parkland and the 3K avoids the hill heading towards the iconic Parliament Buildings. With picturesque surroundings, wide open spaces and a fantastic event atmosphere,
Click here to see the Course Map. Please note, this is subject to change.
Once you sign up for your Race for Life event, you'll receive an email with all the need-to-know details to help you feel fully prepared for the day.
The start and finish lines are situated on Princess of Wales Avenue, on the flat section.
If using what3words, enter ///safe.rope.agenda in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
By car:
General Event Parking: Event car parking is provided within the Stormont Estate and can be accessed via the Stoney Road entrance. All car parks are only a short walk to the Princess of Wales Avenue where the start/finish line are. Stewards and signage will direct you on the day.
Drop Offs: Bottom of Stoney Road.
Blue Badge Parking: Available in car park D. Stewards will direct you on the day.
Volunteer Parking: Visitors Car Park (Top of the Hill)
Electric Charging points: The closest Electric car changing is at the Stormont Hotel car park.
Public transport and pedestrians:
Pedestrians: Please enter Stormont via Stormont Gate
Bus: Glider to Stormont.
Train: There are no train stations near this event.
Cycling & Bike Racks: Older ones throughout the venue.
Refreshments
Toilets
Dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchairs accessible
Parking
Bag drop
Showers
We aim to make our events as accessible and inclusive as possible and you can find information here.
Our contact centre and on-site event team are available for any questions or requirements.
This event is wheelchair accessible with assistance
Event Site:
The start and finish areas are on tarmac, which is flat and firm underfoot.
Course:
The route includes tarmac, hardstanding, gravel and woodland and is a single lap
In poor weather, grass/woodland may become slippery, which could increase the level of assistance required.
The 3K course avoids the inclines and declines up towards Parliament Buildings, with a maximum gradient of 12%.
Parking:
Blue Badge parking is not available specifically.
A fundraising pack with tips to help you reach your target
A customisable back sign
Training plans and support to help you prepare
Access to our Facebook community to help you get motivated
A Race for Life medal when you cross the finish line!
Get fundraising and training support, tips and resources to help you hit your target and prepare for your event.
Thanks to support from people like you, we've funded pioneering research to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer. But our work isn't done yet. We want to bring about a world where everybody lives longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.
The money you raise goes towards our research into more than 200 types of cancer. With you at the start line, just imagine how far we can go.
Your entry fee covers the cost of your event, but your fundraising helps us save and improve lives. Join the celebration, join the family, and join the thousands helping to raise the money we need to power Cancer Research UK’s biggest discoveries.
Get set for your Race for Life event with t-shirts, hats and accessories for everyone.
Join the incredible team of volunteers who make our Race for Life events possible.
Explore our other Race for Life events taking place across the country. Choose from a 3k, 5k, 10k, Pretty Muddy® 5k or Pretty Muddy® Kids.