Aged 16 and over
£15.99
Children
£11.00
Minimum fundraising target
£50.00
Date
Saturday 11 Jul 2026
Time
11:15
Venue
Victoria Park
Offer ends 19 April 2026. T&Cs apply*
Life is worth Racing for. Enter Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life and raise money for life-saving cancer research.
Race for Life 5k is a great first challenge, no matter your age or fitness level. Go solo and join hundreds of people on the day, or sign up as a group with friends and family. 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.
The start is on hardstanding and the finish is on Grass. The course is on paths around the park.
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 are located on the path between the Hub Cafe and the Burdett Coutts Drinking Foundation.
If using what3words, enter ///length.guess.scary in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
By Car:
General Event Parking: There is no designated parking for this event, we advise that you come via public transport.
Drop Offs: There are no designated drop off points due to the nature of this venue.
Blue Badge Parking: Please use the St. Marks Gate. Blue Badge Holders can also enter park from here by calling rangers on 02089 855699 for access.
Volunteer Parking: There is no designated parking for this event, we advise that you come via public transport.
Electric Charging Points: Source London Charging Station, 104a Gore Rd, London E9 7HW, (0.3 Miles from Victoria Park) and Ubitricity Charging Station, 65 Wetherell Rd, London E9 7DB, (0.4 Miles from Victoria Park).
Public Transport and Pedestrians:
Pedestrians: Please the park any of the entrances and head towards The Hub Cafe in the centre of the park.
Bus: Local bus service stop on Grove road including the 425, 277.
Train: The nearest stations are Hackney Wick Overground, or Mile End (Central Line or Hammersmith & City Lines) and Bethnal Green (Central Line).
Cycling & Bike Racks: 10 bike racks can be found within Victoria Park.
Refreshments
Toilets
Dogs allowed
Bag drop
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchairs accessible
Showers
Parking
This event is suitable for wheelchairs users with assistance, the course is on flat pathways throughout.
We aim for maximum accessibility at our events. Our contact centre and on-site team are ready to assist with any needs or questions you may have.
Sunflower wristbands are available at the enquiries marquee, and our Event Managers are trained Dementia Friends.
A QR code will be available on the main event site to access British Sign Language stage content for those who use BSL.
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.
*Enter the code SPRING26 on the registration page to get 50% off your entry fee. Visit our Sales and Discount page for full terms and conditions that apply.