Event day
timetable
What happens at your Race for Life
event
Race for Life is a truly amazing
event, with a unique atmosphere that keeps women coming back year after
year.
If it's your first event, or it's
been a while since you've taken part, we've put together an approximate schedule
of what to expect on the day.
Starting times vary so please check
your Race for Life venue page for the exact start time.
Arrival – one hour before start
The fun begins as you and other Race
for Life participants arrive. There’s no need to check-in on the day – just make
your way towards the stage area where you’ll see participants and supporters,
helping each other pin on their running numbers and back signs.
There's excitement in the air as the
music gets everyone in the mood and last-minute finishing touches are made to
special Race for Life outfits.
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
speaks about Cancer Research UK and why we need your support to continue our life-saving work.
We also hold a collective moment of silence for loved ones lost to
cancer.
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 girls at Race for Life
Join thousands of women across the UK
and walk, jog or run to help us save even more lives.
Find your local 5k or 10k Race for
Life event and enter today.