Take on a challenge for Doctors of the World and raise vital funds to help our volunteer doctors and nurses make the difference in the UK and beyond.

We have races and challenge events all across the UK. To find your local event, click on the regions below.

If you have any questions, can’t find the event you want, or need any advice, you can email us, we’d love to hear from you.

If you sign up to run for us, we will provide a FREE running vest and unlimited support to help you succeed.

London Marathon 2026

For your chance to join the 2026 London Marathon, you can apply for one of our charity places by filling in the below form. We will consider a range of factors when allocating our places, including personal reasons for taking part, fundraising targets and when you have applied.

Hackney Half

Date: 17th May 2026

Location: Homerton Rd, London E9 5PF

Registration fee: £30

Minimum sponsorship: £400

Closes: 16th Feb 2026

Saucony 10k

Date: 12th Jul 2026

Location: Waterloo Place

Registration fee: £12.50

Minimum sponsorship: £250

Closes: 1st Jun 2026

Inflatable 5km Series

Date: Sep – Oct 2026

Registration fee: £15

Minimum sponsorship: £150

Click on your region to see running events local to you:

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With your support, Doctors of the World will make sure nobody suffers or dies due to lack of access to healthcare.