Popular running festival returns to the city
BBCA popular running event featuring both a half marathon and a 10k race on the same day is returning to Coventry for a second year.
Coventry Running Festival, organised by charity Run For All and open to runners of all ages and abilities, will take place in the city on 19 April.
Organisers said thousands were expected to take part and the event would help to bring the community together and raise "vital funds" for charities.
Tristan Batley-Kyle, the charity's operations director, said: "We encourage anyone considering taking part to get involved, and we look forward to welcoming all runners and spectators on the day."
When is it happening?
Runners participating in the half marathon will set off at 09:00 BST at Cox Street in the city centre, before heading out into the Warwickshire countryside.
The 10k participants will begin at the same place at the slightly later time of 09:30, but will follow a similar route.
Organisers said runners would pass several key city landmarks on the day, including The Wave Waterpark and Moseley Avenue Park, before finishing at Coventry Cathedral.
Participants who finish the run will also receive a medal to commemorate their achievement.
The festival was expected to raise thousands of pounds for good causes, organisers added.
How do I take part?
Entries are open for both events on the Run For All website.
All entrants must be aged 17 years or over to take part in the half marathon, and 15 years or over to run in the 10k, organisers said.
Batley-Kyle added: "We are excited to be returning to Coventry for the 2026 Running Festival, bringing together both the 10k and half marathon for a day that welcomes runners of all ages and abilities.
"Not only does the event bring the community together, but it also helps raise vital funds for local and national charities."
Organised by Jane Tomlinson's Run For All in partnership with Coventry City Council, the festival is also supported by Arla Protein, Coventry Runner, High 5 and others.
Will there be road closures?
Run For AllA number of roads in Coventry will be closed from 04:00 BST, including Gosford Street and Priority Street.
Organisers have issued a full list of routes affected by both the half marathon and the 10k, as well as expected end times.
According to the route map, diversions as well as parking suspensions and restrictions will also be in place on the day.
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