Italy Run London 10K, 5K & junior Run
18th July 2026
We’re delighted you’ll be joining us for Italy Run London on Saturday, 18th July!
Whether you’re taking on the 10K, chasing a new 5K personal best, or joining in the Youth 2K Run, we can’t wait to welcome you for what promises to be a fantastic morning of running, community spirit and celebration.
Italy Run London is organised annually by the Italian Consulate in London and the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry for the UK.
Now in its third edition, the event celebrates the strong cultural, social and economic relationship between Italy and the United Kingdom through sport, wellbeing and community engagement.
Italy Run is committed to creating an event that is welcoming and accessible to everyone.
We encourage participants of all abilities to take part in the event. The race route is fully accessible, and we are working closely with accessibility advisors and disability organisations to make the experience as inclusive as possible.
If you have any accessibility requirements or would like to discuss your participation in advance, please contact us at [email protected]. We will do our best to support your needs and help you enjoy the event.
To help you prepare for the day, please review the information below, which contains everything you need to know, including arrival information, race timings, the course, and other important event details.
In partnership with RUNNA, all registered participants will receive a code for 2 weeks’ free access to the RUNNA app in your confirmation email.
Race numbers will start being posted from next week. If you do not receive your race number before event day, please visit the Race Pack Collection point in the Event Village at Victoria Park, where our team will be happy to assist you.
Important times for the day
08:00am – Registration & Event Village Open
09:00am – 10K Starts
09:45am – 5K Starts
11:00am – Youth 2K Starts
11:30am – Awards Ceremony
03:00pm – Event Village Closes
Event Village
Throughout the day, our Italian Village will be open with a fantastic selection of Italian food, drinks and partner activations. Whether you’re running, supporting friends and family or simply enjoying the atmosphere, there will be plenty to discover.
A variety of food and beverage vendors will be serving throughout the day, with a particularly lively offering around lunchtime, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy authentic Italian flavours after your race.
Location
Victoria Park, London, E9 7DD
You’ll find us HERE, near St. Mark’s Gate.
We look forward to welcoming you on 18th July for another unforgettable edition of Italy Run London!
See you at the start line!
Italy Run London
This 5k run will be creating an atmosphere befitting of a celebration of Italy and our Italian community in London and the UK.
After the event there will be food and drink for you to enjoy and celebrate with other runners, family and friends.
Italy Run is committed to creating an event that is welcoming and accessible to everyone.
We encourage participants of all abilities to take part in the event. The race route is fully accessible, and we are working closely with accessibility advisors and disability organisations to make the experience as inclusive as possible.
If you have any accessibility requirements or would like to discuss your participation in advance, please contact us at [email protected]. We will do our best to support your needs and help you enjoy the event.
THE COURSE
This edition of Italy Run London will see a 10K addition to the event and include a 5k and Kids Run. Taking place in beautiful Victoria Park, runners will pass through the picturesque park with a looped course offering an undulating and fast route.













